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Job Description

SUMMARY

The Competitive Intelligence, Business Insights & Research Analyst will play a pivotal role in shaping business strategies and drive growth by converting complex competitive intelligence and internal data into meaningful insights that inform high-impact decisions . The position collaborates closely with cross-functional leaders to define strategic priorities and deliver growth recommendations informed by market trends and competitive analysis. Beyond reporting, this role also focusses on influencing business direction through performance-driven insights and strategic guidance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Competitive Intelligence & Market Analysis:

  < Monitor competitor strategies and product launches and market positioning and pricing.

  < Track industry trends, emerging technologies and regulatory changes impacting the business.

  < Facilitate and drive performance benchmarking to identify gaps and opportunities.

- Business Strategy Support:

  < Understand competitive landscape evolution; identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in data trends to inform business strategy.

  < Collaborate with business units to identify opportunities for growth, efficiency, and optimization.

- Stakeholder Engagement:

  < Work with executives, managers, and technical teams to understand the data analytics and KPIs needs of the business and deliver corresponding solutions.

  < Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership in a clear and concise manner.

- Data Analysis & Reporting:

  < Manipulate and analyze internal data and performance metrics from multiple sources; combine with external market data to identify growth opportunities.

  < Translate findings into actionable recommendations for leadership and cross-functional teams.

  < Develop and maintain interactive dashboards using tools like Power BI, Tableau, etc.

  < Perform validation of data and troubleshoot executive reporting issues.

- Process Improvement:

  < Identify gaps in current state propose corresponding improvements.

  < Automate recurring executive reports.

                                                                                                      

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Economics or related field.

- 3–5+ years of experience in Strategy, Business Insights or a related role.

PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

- Knowledge of Banking/Financial Services and Payments industry.

- Understanding of financial metrics and business operations.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills.

- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

- Proficiency in business intelligence tools, e.g., Power BI, Tableau and Qlik.

- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite of products, e.g., Excel and PowerPoint.

- Experience with Agile practice including backlog management and defining user stories.

- Experience with Jira and Confluence.

- Experience with SQL.

This position offers a hybrid/flexible schedule which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits: 

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

• Basic term and optional term life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability

• Pregnancy disability and parental leave

• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

• Adoption assistance

• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $117,725.00 - $138,500.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.