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CFA Institute is the world's largest association of investment management professionals. As a global, independent organization, with a community of more than 175,000 members and 150+ member societies, we lead the investment profession by promoting the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence for the ultimate benefit of society.

At CFA Institute, we care about our employees' mental, physical, social, and financial well-being. That's why we are committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that offers flexibility to make choices that meet their needs:

• Health & Well-being benefits that are amongst the best in the industry with full comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees and their family members

• Comprehensive Leave and Time Off plans

• A focus on Financial Well-being means that we stack our retirement benefits against the most competitive standards.

• Flexible work arrangements

• Wellness, Education, and Employee Assistance Benefits

Job Description Summary:

The Director, Examination Development will manage the processes and activities necessary to develop the CFA examinations and certifications. The position works with both internal staff members and external question writers who are dedicated to producing valid exams and reliable assessments to ensure candidate mastery of the knowledge, skills, and abilities targeted by the curriculum readings. In conjunction with other members of the team, this role implements a cohesive exam design across all CFA Institute credentialing programs. The position contributes directly to the mission of setting the highest standards of education and to the primary strategic objective of protecting and building the CFA brand.

The position reports to the Senior Director, Exam Development, may be headquartered in Charlottesville, VA, New York, NY, London, or Hong Kong, and is eligible for remote work in approved jurisdictions.

Job Description:

As a Director, Examination Development, you will have the opportunity to:

• Manage the efficient development of exam content by subject matter experts (SMEs) and exam question writers.

• Recruit and evaluate exam question writers.

• Collaborate with teams of Credentialing and other divisions to work on projects related to CFA Program, CIPM, and other educational programs of CFA Institute.

• Develop exam content for CFA Institute certificates and Credentials.

• Represent CFA Institute, the CFA Program and other educational programs of CFA Institute to external groups, including Societies, candidates, employers, regulators and prep course providers.

The skills and experience required for this role are:

• CFA charter is required.

• Undergraduate degree, preferably with an emphasis in finance experience in or knowledge of the investment management process with an understanding of practitioner interests and concerns.

• Assessment or credentialing experience a strong plus.

• Fluency in English required.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including a professional and diplomatic demeanor.

• Must be self-directed, demonstrate a high level of initiative, able to work independently, demonstrate an impressive work ethic, have a strong personal presentation, and anticipate needs of the business.

• Ability to interact confidently with both the practitioner and academic communities.

• High level of ability to work in a collaborative environment and familiarity with agile methods desirable.

• Flexibility in competently managing priorities and adjusting to change.

• Experience as a CFA Institute volunteer is desirable.

CFA Institute salary ranges will vary by geographical location. This role is being posted nationally/internationally and does not have to be performed in New York City. In compliance with the New York City salary disclosure law, the anticipated base salary for this role in New York City will range between $117,000 and $197,000. Salaries are determined based on candidate relevant experience and skills, as well as internal equity.

This opportunity is open to internal and external candidates. CFA Institute is committed to the professional development of its employees; first/full consideration will be given to internal candidates

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