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Senior Operations Strategy Analyst

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Chicago, IL
67K-113K Annually
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Chicago, IL
67K-113K Annually

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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 conducting analysis and evaluation of business data to identify solutions to moderate complex business problems. Ensures operational processes are integrated and effective across the organization. Works with business partners to implement new and enhance existing processes that measurably improve the customer experience
How You'll Do It
  • Serves as Subject Matter Expert for Service functions such as payments, statements processing, rewards and other service activities.
  • Works with HQ and Field teams to implement new programs.
  • Monitors success of implemented programs and suggest improvements.
  • Point of contact for process and procedures changes and complaint remediation.
  • Creates and maintains project documentation. Creates and monitors progress, controls, and/or productivity reports.
  • Performs all functional validation/business checkouts for system implementation. Participates in operational readiness activities for migration to new servicing platform.
  • Works to develop and plan training events, ensures updates for new or changed processes are fitted into New Hire Training.
  • Provides updates to Sr. management including status reports.

Qualifications You'll Need
The Basics
  • Bachelors Business Administration and Management and Social Sciences or related
  • 2+ years Customer service or Financial Services Operations
  • In lieu of education, must have at least 4+ years 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.

Bonus Points If You Have
  • 2+ years Applicable line of business [Credit Cards, Deposits, Personal/Home/Student Loans, and/or Payments], or related experience

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 Apr-28-2025. 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 $67,000.00 to $113,000.00. 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
  • Short and Long Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurances
  • Recognition Program
  • Education Assistance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Family Support Programs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com .
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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 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.
At Discover, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace through our Fair Chance Hiring practices. Fair Chance Hiring means that we base our hiring decisions on an applicant's qualifications rather than their criminal record. All our positions are subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Our applicants go through a background check, and we follow all applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance ( LA County Fair Chance ).
Positions marked as remote eligible are limited to remote locations within the country in which the position is based.
Applicants must be 18 or older at the time of hire.
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