WHAT WE DO MATTERS:

It’s not just a job. It’s a mission. If you’re as passionate as we are about empowering the small businesses of America, then you’ll be right at home with us.

Recognized as one of D.C.’s Top Workplaces each year, Rapid Financial Services (dba "Rapid Finance") is the nation's leading provider of alternative financing solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. When traditional sources of funding are beyond reach, we open doors for business owners. By providing access to working capital, Rapid Finance helps growing businesses achieve their goals and reach even higher.

Our company is expanding. We are aggressively investing in our people and technology to create a best-in-class experience for our clients. Let us invest in YOU.

ABOUT THE ROLE AND OUR TEAM:

Rapid Finance is seeking a Marketing Analyst to support our Direct Marketing program, with a focus on online campaign management, targeting and segment level performance. S/he applies strategic thinking, analytical insights and project management skills to build and implement new marketing campaigns, deliver marketing reporting and insights, implement assigned budgets, and cost-effectively acquire new customers.

You will have the opportunity to excel as a highly visible Analyst in a fast-paced, rewarding environment and influence decision-making related to our customers, markets, and competitors as well as the outcome of campaign effectiveness.

If you are a smart, curious, self-motivated professional with a passion for making a difference, Rapid Finance is your next “home”. We have an awesome opportunity for you in our corporate office in Bethesda, MD, a couple city blocks from the Bethesda Metro.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE A HIGH PERSONAL STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE, A DRIVE FOR RESULTS, AND A PROACTIVE, “CAN-DO” ATTITUDE AND WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

About You

• You possess proficient technical skills for aggregating, manipulating and analyzing data as well as strong quantitative skills with the ability evaluate data objectively

• You have at least 2 years of professional work experience in one or more of the following areas:

• consumer marketing
• statistical analysis
• marketing research
• marketing analytics role
• search, online or direct marketing
• You have advanced Excel skills and are proficient to advanced with SPSS (or a similar statistical analysis tool – SAS, Minitab, etc.), Google Analytics and/or Adwords
• You have worked with a marketing automation tool such as Pardot, Eloqua, Marketo, etc.
• You demonstrate the ability to develop, execute, and analyze results for new marketing campaigns in the following direct-to-market areas:
• Paid Search and other pay per click channels
• Affiliate and lead generation programs
• Online media campaigns (such as display and video)
• Direct mail programs
• Offline media campaigns (such as TV, radio, and print)
• You understand how - and are able to articulate an approach - to test and troubleshoot to ensure campaigns are executed for optimal performance and outcome:
• Develop and conduct A/B testing of creative assets to optimize campaign performance
• Perform daily analysis and reporting on campaign results
• Work with campaign managers to review and test performance of new marketing partners
• You don’t wait around for answers – you go find them
• You are looking for a challenge – we will test your limits & give you the opportunity to grow

 SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a quantitative discipline such as Applied Mathematics, Economics, Business Information Technology or Systems, or Statistics
• Must be reliable, flexible, and committed.
• Must have the ability to positively adapt to change.
• Strong computer knowledge, particularly MS Word, Excel, and other office equipment (scanner, fax, copier machines).
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, handling multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and the general public.
• High emotional IQ – very strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively across all levels within the organization – from C-Level to team members, while being sensitive to business needs.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to multi-task, have “go-getter” mentality, and ability to independently problem-solve and make decisions.

WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT YOU:

• You Love Our People. You are passionate about Marketing. You keep our team members at the center of everything you do.
• You Do the Right Thing. You strengthen your team through respect, fairness, and inclusion.
• You Hustle Every Day. You favor urgency and own your outcomes. You aren’t overly concerned with what’s in your job description – if something needs to be done, you’re willing to do whatever it takes to make the team successful.
• You Win Together. People are at the heart of our success and you play as a team.
• You Want To Make An Impact. You strive to make a significant impact on our clients, our culture, and our future growth of our business.
• You Dream Big. You pride yourself on not waiting to be told what to do, but finding solutions that will support the success of Rapid Finance.

WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT US:

At Rapid Finance, we support our team members’ growth and desire to live well-rounded lives. Our company is expanding and we are aggressively investing in our people and technology to create a best-in-class experience for our clients. Come work with US! We are ranked a Top Workplace in Washington D.C., Detroit, and the Nation—these awards mean the world because it's based on feedback from our people!

We offer generous team benefits including a commuting/parking allowance, employer-matched 401(k), tuition reimbursement, health, dental, vision benefits, life insurance, paid time off, and more. Just steps from the metro, our beautiful new office includes a modern open floor plan, free on-site fitness center, a gaming area, stocked kitchen, and other cool amenities. 

Rapid Finance is committed to a diverse workforce an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veterans). We will consider all applications without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.