TransUnion
Hybrid

Consultant, Strategy & Planning, Diversified Markets – Telecommunications & Utilities

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What We'll Bring

At TransUnion, we have a welcoming and energetic environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. We are consistently exploring new technologies and tools to be agile. This environment gives our people the opportunity to hone current skills and build new capabilities, while discovering their genius.

Come be a part of our team – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.

What You'll Bring

What you’ll bring:

Strong analytical and insight-driven problem-solving skills

Solid organizational skills and high degree of comfort managing multiple assignments

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proven track record for completing assignments on time

Experience working with senior-level managers

Desire to produce high quality work

Driven by intellectual curiosity and independent thinking

Positive “can do” self-starter attitude

Sound working knowledge of software applications such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint with exceptional presentation skills

Business maturity, and strong leadership and listening skills with the ability to analyze input from customers, partners, TransUnion associates, market and environmental trends, to identify and clearly articulate needs and opportunities for growth

Experience working in a matrixed environment preferred, collaborating across teams and functions

Ability to effectively develop relationships, engage, advise, and persuasively communicate with P&L and risk heads in face-to-face scenarios demonstrating real-time insight, flexibility and sound judgment

We’d love to see:

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, economics (or relevant work experience)

3-5 years professional experience in consulting, business development, product development, or sales

Prior experience in Telecommunications or Utilities industries highly desired (but not required)

Impact You'll Make

Impact you’ll make:

You will contribute to TransUnion’s efforts to grow its Telecommunication and Utilities line of business in the U.S. Diversified Markets vertical.

You will contribute to the creation and maintenance of the business strategy for the Telecommunications and Utilities line of business by working on key initiatives:You will be involved in projects that will include new product innovation, customer insights development, go to market strategies and quantitative analysis utilizing our consumer credit database in support of new initiatives. The team will also be opportunistically involved in sourcing and vetting M&A opportunities

You will manage projects as the key point person for development of project plans, coordination of tasks, assignment and oversight of project activities for cross-functional teams, and active prioritization across multiple priorities

You will prepare for and facilitate meetings and presentations, summarizing and documenting meeting results. You will also provide next steps on outstanding issues and assign tasks for relevant participants

You will become the trusted advisor to business partners and key stakeholders:You will build trust with business partners (e.g., IT, Sales, Marketing), customers, key decision makers, and project sponsors, leveraging these relationships to develop and maintain an industry perspective. Insights from these partners will help drive innovation, product, service and sales ideas across key customer segments.

Develop industry insights:You will conduct general market research activities by collecting and analyzing data to better describe our organization, the industries we serve, as well as our customers and business partners

You will build a solid understanding of the internal and external data sources available to fuel research projects and support/ refute key hypotheses

You will maintain awareness of current industries trends through industry publications, company press releases, and various forms of primary research – and use that information to formulate hypotheses about the future state of the industry

Draw insights from data analysis:You will mine internal data for key customer trends and business opportunities

You will develop forecasting models (with different assumptions and scenarios) to support growth initiatives

You will translate qualitative information (through surveys, focus groups and one-on-one interviews) into fact-based results, leading to actionable recommendations

Present conclusions and recommendations to key decision makers:You will contribute to the annual 3 year plan

You will define and create meaningful business cases to support new products and other growth initiatives based on a fact-based, analytically-driven approach

You will create client- and executive-ready materials for the purpose of delivering (and reinforcing) key messages and making key decisions with stakeholders

You will cooperate with sales team to build partnership relationship with selected clients, providing subject matter expertise, pursuing consultative approach to identify areas of improvement, and positioning TransUnion as a trusted partner to help clients achieve their goals

You will identify training and materials requirements to equip the sales team to sell products that meet market-specific business problems

You will design and execute initiatives (training, materials and incentives) to push new and high priority products or offerings into the market

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What are TransUnion Perks + Benefits

TransUnion Benefits Overview

At TransUnion, our associates are our greatest asset. However, we understand that work is only one part of our associates’ lives. We recognize the importance of providing a healthy balance between work and home because that’s really where being a force for good starts.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
We provide U.S.-based associates with a Volunteer Time Off day each year which can be used to donate time outside the office to a cause that matters to them. We also offer a matching gift program.
Partners with nonprofits
TransUnion partners with non-profits such as Child Rescue Coalition and Credit Abuse Resistance Education (CARE).
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
We offer virtual yoga and meditation, fitness classes and sponsored races.
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Employee stock purchase plan
15% discount on TU stock twice a year
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
We offer a matching gift program for associates who choose to make financial contributions to their selected causes. TransUnion will match up to $2,000/ yr for each associate.
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Care@work provides backup childcare and eldercare for TU associates.
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Company sponsored family events
Annual holiday party, company BBQ and take your child to work day
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid volunteer time
We provide U.S.-based associates with a Volunteer Time Off day each year which can be used to donate time outside the office to a cause that matters to them.
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Company-sponsored happy hours
Recreational clubs
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
We offer associates globally 1:1 career coaching with our career advisor. Additionally, we have various mentorship opportunities across areas of the business as well as across levels.
Continuing education stipend
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks
Paid industry certifications

Additional Perks + Benefits

Start your day at TU by grabbing an Intelligentsia coffee or a tasty, hot breakfast from our onsite café. Head up to your workspace where you'll get down to business amidst the inspiring backdrop of beautiful downtown Chicago. Brainstorm onsite with team members in a variety of colorful huddle rooms or collaborate cross-functionally with our offices around the world via video conference, Skype or our intranet. Check things off your to-do list as you continually make progress on key business initiatives. Need a quick break? Challenge your colleagues to a game of ping-pong, pool, foosball, pop-a-shot or Mario Kart in one of our three onsite game rooms. Ready to hit the gym? We have one right downstairs complete with a personal trainer and a selection of free instructor-led fitness classes. Keep your energy up. Take a conference call at one of our walking or bicycle desks. Then attend the quarterly town hall to hear from the TU leadership team on progress in the current quarter and plans for the next. After a day of innovation, wind down in one of our massage chairs or join your colleagues at North Avenue for a game of league volleyball, sponsored by TU!

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