Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.
We are looking for a passionate and driven individual to lead our Corporate Strategy team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the FinTech ecosystem, e-commerce and payments. You have a track record of successfully delivering complex projects with analytical rigor, thought-leadership and executive-level narration. You are comfortable managing multiple – and competing – projects at the same time, adjusting your priorities on the fly. You know when to sweat the details and when to back off and look at the bigger picture. Long-term you are motivated by business, strategic and consumer impact, so you seek to see over the horizon and tackle new challenges.
You will help define and drive Affirm’s strategy and have a significant impact on the company and its future. You will own projects end-to-end, developing insightful analyses and communicating clearly and compellingly. You will be involved in sensitive projects and need to maturely handle confidential information. You will work closely with the members of our leadership team, who rely on you to analyze complex topics and make insightful recommendations. You will also be involved in participating and driving M&A and venture investment opportunities as they arise.
What You'll Do

• Provide objective analysis and recommendations on our overall corporate strategy, entry into new markets and geographies, portfolio expansion plays, technology investments, and M&A priorities
• Frame questions, analysis and strategic considerations for executives / key stakeholders to make the best, most informed decisions
• Be a subject matter expert on our industry, adjacent spaces and relevant other companies
• Work closely with cross-functional teams and leadership to drive recommendations

What We Look For

• 3-5 years of experience at a top-tier management consulting firm or investment bank, preferably with focus on fintech, payments, financial services or related sectors
• 3-5 years of experience in a strategy or corporate development role at a leading fintech, payments or financial services company
• Ability to think creatively and critically and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and often ambiguous work environment
• Excellent analytical skills combined with a practical, quantifiable and structured approach to problem solving
• Ability to context switch and ramp up quickly on new topics
• Attentive to details and highly organized, with strong independent planning and process management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to develop strong relationships and work across all organizational levels

Base Pay Grade - O
Equity Grade - 10
Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.
Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents). In addition, the employees may be eligible for equity rewards offered by Affirm Holdings, Inc. (parent company).
CAN base pay range per year: $205,000 - $255,000
Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.
BenefitsWe’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include:

• Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
• Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
• Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge
• ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount

We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.
[For U.S. positions that could be performed in Los Angeles or San Francisco] Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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