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Numerator

$115K - $140K/yr

You will build strategic relationships and drive adoption of Numerator's alternative data solutions across Institutional Investors including hedge funds, asset managers, and long-only funds. This ...

YipitData (Alternative)

Data Engineering Manager

OR · On-site +1

Every day, our proprietary technology analyzes billions of alternative data points to uncover actionable insights across sectors like software, AI, cloud, e-commerce, ridesharing, and payments. Our ...

The Hollister Group

Data Scientist - NYC

Boston, MA · On-site

$100 - $200/hr

Our team brings data science and machine learning to the private equity investment process, providing unparalleled access to alternative data sources and proprietary data from portfolio companies.

Point72

Sector Analyst, MI-Data

New York, NY · On-site

Analyze and interpret alternative data from multiple sources and develop subject-matter expertise on the key themes and KPIs that drive the industry and companies within your coverage * Produce ...

Point72

Sector Analyst, MI-Data

New York, NY

Analyze and interpret alternative data from multiple sources and develop subject-matter expertise on the key themes and KPIs that drive the industry and companies within your coverage * Produce ...

Quanta Search

Data Engineer Associate

Manhattan, NY

$125K - $150K/yr

ImplementETL pipelines for the ingestion of market data and alternative data sets. * AutomateDAG deployment. Requirements * Undergraduate or other professional degree/certification in Computer ...

YipitData

Data Product Manager

You will own the path from raw alternative data to trusted, product ready intelligence-determining how complex datasets are structured, interpreted, and ultimately surfaced to customers. This role ...

YipitData

Data Product Manager

OR · On-site +1

You will own the path from raw alternative data to trusted, product ready intelligence-determining how complex datasets are structured, interpreted, and ultimately surfaced to customers. This role ...

Aaru

Data Acquisition Specialist

New York, NY · On-site

$200K - $350K/yr

You have a strong understanding of the alternative data ecosystem and good judgment around what makes a dataset valuable, differentiated, and difficult to replicate * You are confident conducting ...

Aaru

Data Acquisition Specialist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

You have a strong understanding of the alternative data ecosystem and good judgment around what makes a dataset valuable, differentiated, and difficult to replicate * You are confident conducting ...

Quanta Search

Data Engineer Associate

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Implement ETL pipelines for the ingestion of market data and alternative data sets. * Automate DAG deployment. Requirements * Undergraduate or other professional degree/certification in Computer ...

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As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for alternative data in the United States is $165,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $133,500.00 and $170,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in an Alternative Data role, you need strong analytical skills, experience with data collection and processing, and a background in quantitative disciplines such as finance, statistics, or computer science. Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, familiarity with data visualization tools, and experience working with big data platforms are essential, with certifications in data analysis or finance being advantageous. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and intellectual curiosity help professionals excel at explaining complex findings and creating actionable insights for stakeholders. These combined abilities are vital for extracting value from unconventional datasets and driving informed business decisions.

What is an Alternative Data job?

An Alternative Data job involves collecting, analyzing, and interpreting non-traditional data sources—such as satellite imagery, web traffic, or transaction data—to generate insights for financial, investment, or business decisions. Professionals in this field work with data engineering, machine learning, and statistical analysis to derive actionable intelligence. These roles are common in hedge funds, private equity firms, and large corporations looking for a competitive edge through unconventional data sources. Skills required typically include programming (Python, SQL), data wrangling, and domain expertise in finance or technology.

What types of projects or data sources do professionals in Alternative Data roles typically work with?

Professionals in Alternative Data roles often engage with non-traditional datasets such as satellite imagery, social media trends, credit card transaction records, web scraping data, and sensor or geolocation information to uncover actionable insights. Projects may involve evaluating consumer behavior, forecasting economic activity, or identifying trends that standard financial data might miss. The work frequently requires collaborating with data engineers, analysts, and business strategists to source, clean, and interpret large, unstructured datasets. If you enjoy tackling complex data-driven problems and uncovering new patterns to gain a competitive edge, this is a highly dynamic and impactful role.

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Strategic Sales Director - Institutional Investors (Alternative Data)

Strategic Sales Director - Institutional Investors (Alternative Data)

Numerator

$115K - $140K/yr

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

The salary range for this role is $115,000-$140,000/year + Commission

As a Strategic Sales Director - Institutional Investors (Alternative Data) you will be a key member of Numerator’s fast-growing Financial Services vertical. You will build strategic relationships and drive adoption of Numerator’s alternative data solutions across Institutional Investors including hedge funds, asset managers, and long-only funds. This role requires close collaboration with Sales and Consulting colleagues to ensure coordinated coverage across Numerator’s broader financial services client base, which also includes Private Equity and Sell-Side Research firms.

As a critical contributor to Numerator’s growth, you will report to the Head of Financial Services and own the full sales cycle while consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets - from prospecting new accounts through product trials, ad hoc scoping, negotiation, and close, all while expanding relationships within existing clients. Beyond individual quota attainment, this role requires the ability to deeply understand Numerator’s data and offers the opportunity to help shape the vertical’s go-to-market strategy. As the business scales, there is potential to build and lead a dedicated sales team.

What You'll Do
  • Own the full enterprise sales cycle exclusively with Institutional Investors, including prospecting, product trials, ad hoc scoping, negotiating, closing, expansion and renewals.
  • Develop a deep understanding of Numerator’s data and methodology to engage confidently in analytical discussions with data science and investment teams.
  • Build and deepen relationships with key stakeholders across investment, data/insights, and strategy teams.
  • Grow pipeline by identifying market opportunities and aligning Numerator’s solutions with client priorities.
  • Use Numerator data to clearly articulate and demonstrate the quantifiable ROI of our solutions.
  • Develop tailored sales strategies and supporting materials to drive engagement across the vertical.
  • Educate clients on Numerator’s differentiated solutions relative to legacy approaches and competing solutions.
  • Partner with Financial Services colleagues in Sales and Consulting, as well as Product, Data, and Marketing teams.
  • Contribute to the strategic development of the Financial Services vertical, with the opportunity to build and lead a dedicated team as the business scales.

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