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A
bout the Company: Morningstar's mission is to empower investor success. The
Data and Research
team does this by creating products that help financial professionals and the investors they serve, achieve financial goals. The
Direct Platform
business is one of the largest
business unit
s
, with a large pre-existing user group - still prime for market and wallet share growth globally. For the
Data, Research and AI
part of the business, this means
delivering the data and research
that help financial professionals be more efficient, innovative, and connect with their clients in a more meaningful way.
The Role: We are
seeking
a strategic and results-driven Senior Product Marketing Manager to lead the go-to-market strategy, positioning, and demand generation for
our
Licensed Data
product
. This role is ideal for a marketer who thrives at the intersection of data, storytelling, and customer insight, and who can translate
product
innovation
into compelling value propositions. Reporting to the Director of Product Marketing for Data, Research and AI
, this individual will partner with Campaign Marketing, Corporate Marketing and the Product, Research,
Sales
and Client Service teams. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make
a real business
impact for Morningstar.
Position Location:
Chicago, IL (hybrid model with
mandatory 4
days per week in office)
Responsibilities Develop positioning, messaging, objection handling,
content
and sales tools that reflect the attributes and needs of key client segments & personas
. D
evelop ways to reach each segment with the right value proposition to
help qualify and differentiate offers.
Be ready and willing to dive into data driven initiatives that help define product marketing strategy
,
prioritization of projects, and
development of
persona-based assets.
This includes the use of sales dashboards
for a deep understanding of the part the business you cover
,
conducting market sizing,
leading win-loss analysis
and more.
Work with client-facing teams and subject-matter experts to ensure client-feedback, investment insights and responses to sales objections are considered in our client and outcome-focused marketing materials.
Craft and execute the go-to-market strategy for new product releases, including positioning, content development,
and sales enablement to deliver business growth, which includes
retaining
existing clients and attracting new clients.
Maintain and audit current portfolio of sales enablement and client-facing assets. Use findings to present a plan for on-going optimization as well as how to increase the engagement of sales teams
.
In alignment with the
campaign manager
, create compelling persona-based demand generation campaigns & campaign resources.
Partner with corporate and product marketing teams to
leverage
and extend thought leadership, research, and brand campaigns through our digital, event and media platforms.
Perform other duties as necessary
Qualifications Minimum of 5 years in a product marketing or management capacity - in the financial services industry
Bachelor's degree
Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to a wide variety of stakeholders at
different levels
, translating complex initiatives into materials and products that effectively communicate core values and goals.
Must have an operational ability to effectively perform at various levels of the business with a proven track-record of excellence in engaging and building relationships.
Organized, detail-oriented and capable of advancing projects simultaneously.
Must be a strong writer and communicator that brings the voice of the customer front and
center
to all marketing deliverables.
Nice to have Comfort with using data to make decisions, strong business acumen, and focus on metrics that drive revenue.
A team player's attitude with a high threshold for quality.
Empathy and the maturity to own and learn from challenges.
Exceptional prioritization skills within a dynamic environment.
Self-starter with a proven commitment to a test, learn, and iterate mindset
Compensation and Benefits At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide-range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide: Financial Health
75% 401k match up to 7% Stock Ownership Potential Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
Physical Health
Comprehensive health benefits
(medical/dental/vision)
including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual Company-provided long- and short-term
disability insurance
Emotional Health
Trust-Based Time Off 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave Adoption Assistance Leadership Coaching & Formal
Mentorship Opportunities Annual Education Stipend Tuition Reimbursement
Social Health
Charitable Matching Gifts program Dollars for Doers volunteer program Paid volunteering days 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
Total Cash Compensation Range $95,275.00 - 161,975.00 USD Annual
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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A
bout the Company: Morningstar's mission is to empower investor success. The
Data and Research
team does this by creating products that help financial professionals and the investors they serve, achieve financial goals. The
Direct Platform
business is one of the largest
business unit
s
, with a large pre-existing user group - still prime for market and wallet share growth globally. For the
Data, Research and AI
part of the business, this means
delivering the data and research
that help financial professionals be more efficient, innovative, and connect with their clients in a more meaningful way.
The Role: We are
seeking
a strategic and results-driven Senior Product Marketing Manager to lead the go-to-market strategy, positioning, and demand generation for
our
Licensed Data
product
. This role is ideal for a marketer who thrives at the intersection of data, storytelling, and customer insight, and who can translate
product
innovation
into compelling value propositions. Reporting to the Director of Product Marketing for Data, Research and AI
, this individual will partner with Campaign Marketing, Corporate Marketing and the Product, Research,
Sales
and Client Service teams. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make
a real business
impact for Morningstar.
Position Location:
Chicago, IL (hybrid model with
mandatory 4
days per week in office)
Responsibilities Develop positioning, messaging, objection handling,
content
and sales tools that reflect the attributes and needs of key client segments & personas
. D
evelop ways to reach each segment with the right value proposition to
help qualify and differentiate offers.
Be ready and willing to dive into data driven initiatives that help define product marketing strategy
,
prioritization of projects, and
development of
persona-based assets.
This includes the use of sales dashboards
for a deep understanding of the part the business you cover
,
conducting market sizing,
leading win-loss analysis
and more.
Work with client-facing teams and subject-matter experts to ensure client-feedback, investment insights and responses to sales objections are considered in our client and outcome-focused marketing materials.
Craft and execute the go-to-market strategy for new product releases, including positioning, content development,
and sales enablement to deliver business growth, which includes
retaining
existing clients and attracting new clients.
Maintain and audit current portfolio of sales enablement and client-facing assets. Use findings to present a plan for on-going optimization as well as how to increase the engagement of sales teams
.
In alignment with the
campaign manager
, create compelling persona-based demand generation campaigns & campaign resources.
Partner with corporate and product marketing teams to
leverage
and extend thought leadership, research, and brand campaigns through our digital, event and media platforms.
Perform other duties as necessary
Qualifications Minimum of 5 years in a product marketing or management capacity - in the financial services industry
Bachelor's degree
Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to a wide variety of stakeholders at
different levels
, translating complex initiatives into materials and products that effectively communicate core values and goals.
Must have an operational ability to effectively perform at various levels of the business with a proven track-record of excellence in engaging and building relationships.
Organized, detail-oriented and capable of advancing projects simultaneously.
Must be a strong writer and communicator that brings the voice of the customer front and
center
to all marketing deliverables.
Nice to have Comfort with using data to make decisions, strong business acumen, and focus on metrics that drive revenue.
A team player's attitude with a high threshold for quality.
Empathy and the maturity to own and learn from challenges.
Exceptional prioritization skills within a dynamic environment.
Self-starter with a proven commitment to a test, learn, and iterate mindset
Compensation and Benefits At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide-range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide: Financial Health
75% 401k match up to 7% Stock Ownership Potential Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
Physical Health
Comprehensive health benefits
(medical/dental/vision)
including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual Company-provided long- and short-term
disability insurance
Emotional Health
Trust-Based Time Off 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave Adoption Assistance Leadership Coaching & Formal
Mentorship Opportunities Annual Education Stipend Tuition Reimbursement
Social Health
Charitable Matching Gifts program Dollars for Doers volunteer program Paid volunteering days 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
Total Cash Compensation Range $95,275.00 - 161,975.00 USD Annual
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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