Lead Operations Strategy Analyst

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Chicago, IL, USA
Hybrid
78K-132K Annually
Cloud • Fintech • Machine Learning • Analytics • Financial Services
We power a network that helps people achieve a brighter financial future.
The Role

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:
What You'll Do
Responsible for implementing strategies and systems improvements to support business operations. Utilizes data to identify opportunities to enhance efficiencies, foster collaboration, and problem solve issues. Lead Operations Strategy Analyst.
Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management
How You'll Do It

  • Identifies opportunities to improve operations by analyzing data, listening to customer calls, interviewing staff, and observing workflows.
  • Leads performance improvement implementations.
  • Documents processes and process flows. Drives the development and enhancement of reporting metrics.
  • Partners with internal teams and external partners to define implementation requirements and timelines. Ensures operational readiness for all implementations, technology, and process changes.
  • Assess root causes and solutions for issues that arise


Qualifications You'll Need
The Basics

  • Bachelors degree in Business Administration and Management Engineering , Social Science or related
  • 4+ years in Customer service or Financial Services Operations
  • In lieu of degree, must have at least 6+ years in customer service or Financial Services Operations


Physical and Cognitive Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by federal, state, and local laws:

  • Primarily remain in a stationary position.
  • No required movement 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.
  • Ability to communicate verbally.; Ability to communicate in written form


Bonus Points If You Have

  • Masters degree in Business Administration and Management Arts, Social Sciences, Engineering 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 Jan-29-2025. 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 $77,500.00 to $131,500.00. 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 .
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 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, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)
Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email [email protected] . Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.

Discover Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Discover and has not been reviewed or approved by Discover.

  • Healthcare Strength Subsidized medical, dental and vision coverage, free mental‑health options, an EAP, and access to on‑site or virtual health centers are highlighted as part of the package.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) program combining match and fixed company contributions can total up to 8% of wages per year, with a legacy defined‑benefit pension also referenced for eligible employees.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental and caregiver leave, plus adoption and surrogacy assistance, are explicitly included in formal benefit descriptions.

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HQ: Riverwoods, IL
18,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1986

What We Do

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