Skills

Communication Problem Solving Go Data Analysis SQL Monitoring Test Market research Problem-solving Sales Presentation Skills Research Marketing Analytics

Job Specifications

Senior Business Analyst - U.S. Card

Location: Chicago, IL (On-site)

Full-Time | Analytics & Strategy

Salary Range: $99,100 - $113,100 annually

**Client will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position**

Overview

A fast-paced, analytical role focused on solving complex business problems and driving impactful results. As a Senior Business Analyst, you'll work on high-visibility challenges, develop strategic insights, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve performance, profitability, and customer experience within the U.S. Card business segment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Analysis & Problem Solving

Identify business challenges and opportunities for growth.
Use data to develop and test strategic or tactical recommendations.
Apply modeling and analytical tools to support new product development and pricing strategies.

Product & Marketing Analytics

Drive insights to influence go-to-market strategies.
Support direct-to-consumer and retail distribution efforts.
Contribute to the design of customer experiences and innovative tech-based solutions.

Credit Risk & Performance Optimization

Develop risk models and conduct data-driven hypothesis testing.
Analyze trends and connect consumer behavior with credit outcomes.
Recommend step-change improvements in credit performance.

Execution & Delivery

Frame problems and develop solutions with actionable outcomes.
Assess operational feasibility and support implementation efforts.
Build out robust monitoring plans for post-launch tracking.

Collaboration & Partnership

Work cross-functionally with teams in IT, Operations, Sales, and Finance.
Influence key stakeholders using data-driven recommendations.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Business, Economics, Statistics, Math, Engineering)
At least 1 year of experience in data analysis

Preferred Experience

Master's Degree in Business or a quantitative discipline
1+ years in statistical model development
1+ years in SQL or other data querying languages
1+ years in market research or consulting
2+ years of experience in business analysis

Ideal Candidate Traits

Strong analytical thinker with a strategic mindset
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Results-driven and solution-oriented
Collaborative, with a strong sense of ownership and integrity
Experience in a dynamic, high-growth, or consulting environment is a plus

This is a high-impact role for someone who loves using data to tell stories, influence strategy, and drive measurable business outcomes. If you're passionate about analytics, innovation, and customer-centric problem-solving, this role is for you.

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