Lead Business Strategy Analyst
External
Discover · Riverwoods, ILFull-timeOn-site13mo ago
ComplianceFinancial AnalysisLeadershipMoveRisk Management
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Responsibilities
- How You'll Do It
- Research and investigate industry trends and opportunities, including some direct industry engagement, in support of Discover's strategy by utilizing methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
- Works on problems and projects of diverse scope related to developing business strategies and objectives.
- Conducts analysis on business opportunities and business projects.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to support processes related to strategy development and required due diligence.
- Supports development of presentation materials regarding opportunities, analysis, and or transactions and recommendations to leadership.
- Qualifications You'll Need
- The Basics
- Bachelors Business Administration and Management or related
- In lieu of education, 6+ years M&A, investment banking, corporate development, transaction advisory, consulting, or related
- Physical and Cognitive Requirements
- Primarily remain in a stationary position.
- Occasionally move about the work environment to complete the major responsibilities of the job.
- Primarily performed indoors in an office setting.
- Ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator.
- Travel up to 25% of the time.
- Bonus Points If You Have
- Masters Business Administration and Management or related
- 2+ years M&A, investment banking, corporate development, transaction advisory or related
- 1+ years Payments, financial services, or related
- Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
- Application Deadline:
- The application window for this position is anticipated to close on May-10-2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Benefits
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:Paid Parental LeavePaid Time Off401(k) PlanMedical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings AccountShort and Long Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurancesRecognition ProgramEducation AssistanceCommuter BenefitsFamily Support ProgramsEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLearn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.What are you waiting for? Apply today!All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.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, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights)Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accom
Additional Information
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:
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