Senior Principal, Business Strategy Analyst (Payments)

Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

Leads and supports various stages of strategy development, including but not limited to evaluating and supporting execution of various business optimization and business growth initiatives, and evaluating organic and inorganic business levers. Has experience with the payments market landscape, conducting analysis, and leading execution of major business growth, business development, and or business optimization activities. Supports aspects of strategy development, and supports and or leads due diligence, financial modeling related to strategy and business opportunity development. Supports internal and external relationships related to strategy and business opportunity development and collaborates with leadership and functional colleagues to execute initiatives. Fosters a culture of effective risk management, accountability, and demonstration of risk awareness across the organization. Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management.

 

Responsibilities

·       Research and investigate industry trends and opportunities in support of Discover’s strategy by independently selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

·       Works on problems and projects of diverse scope related to advancing business objectives and growth strategies.

·       Conducts analysis on business opportunities and business projects.

·       Coordinates with cross-functional teams and external resources to manage processes related to strategy development and required due diligence.

·       Develops presentation materials regarding opportunities, analysis, and or transactions and recommendations to leadership. Leads components of presentations (e.g., financial technical analysis) to leadership.

 

Minimum Qualifications 

At a minimum, here’s what we need from you: 

·       Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management, or related field 

·       6+ years of experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate development, transaction advisory, consulting, or related

·       In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate development, transaction advisory, consulting, or related

 

Preferred Qualifications 

If we had our say, we’d also look for: 

·       2+ years of experience in Payments, financial services, or related

·       Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Management

·       Business and/or Management Consulting experience in the Payments sector

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Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on May-21-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $103,000.00 to $174,200.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

• Recognition Program

• Education Assistance

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Support Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

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Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disabili