Manager, Growth Insights and Analytics

NerdWallet

2d•Remote

About The Position

At NerdWallet, we’re on a mission to bring clarity to all of life’s financial decisions and every great mission needs a team of exceptional Nerds. We’ve built an inclusive, flexible, and candid culture where you’re empowered to grow, take smart risks, and be unapologetically yourself (cape optional). Whether remote or in-office, we support how you thrive best. We invest in your well-being, development, and ability to make an impact because when one Nerd levels up, we all do. We are seeking a driven Business Development - Growth Insights and Analytics Manager supporting our Lending and Credit Businesses (including Personal Loans, Credit Cards, Banking, and more). This individual will play a critical role in driving business growth through data-driven insights, strategic recommendations, and analytics that support the Business Development team. You’ll help shape and optimize NerdWallet’s positioning and value proposition with financial service providers, while enabling the team to identify and execute on high-impact growth opportunities. As the Business Development & Growth Analytics Manager, you will own the development of a key growth function—delivering analytical support, performance insights, and strategic frameworks to guide our partnership initiatives. Reporting to the Head of BD, you will partner closely with BD leadership to shape strategy for Lending and Credit Businesses, inform partnership decisions with rigorous analysis, and provide actionable recommendations that drive sustainable business growth. This role is a blend of growth marketing, analytics, and business development strategy. You’ll collaborate with BD partners, category General Managers, Marketing, Product, Analytics, and Finance teams to size opportunities, optimize performance, and develop defensible, data-backed strategies.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in analytics, growth marketing, business development, or strategic partnerships with a proven track record of delivering business results
Expert-level SQL skills and strong proficiency in Tableau (or similar BI tools), with the ability to build complex queries, create dashboards, and deliver actionable insights
Demonstrated ability to use data and analytics to drive growth strategies and partnership outcomes
Experience working in digital affiliates, online consumer acquisition, or financial services businesses
Strong understanding of lending and credit business models, products, and strategies
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence both internally and externally
Intellectual curiosity and the desire to become an expert in financial services and growth strategy

Responsibilities

Provide data and analytical support to the Business Development team, delivering insights that guide strategic decisions and partnership initiatives
Develop and communicate growth strategies that strengthen NerdWallet’s relationships with existing and prospective partners
Conduct opportunity sizing, business case development, and performance analysis to drive short- and long-term revenue growth
Partner with internal stakeholders (Marketing, Product, Finance, Analytics, & GMs) to design and execute initiatives that improve efficiency and effectiveness
Define and implement measurement frameworks and reporting standards to track performance and identify optimization opportunities
Provide strategic recommendations that balance partner needs, NerdWallet objectives, and overall market dynamics

Benefits

Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
Rejuvenation Policy – Flexible Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + holiday company shutdown
New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
Mental health support
Paid sabbatical after 5 years for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge, and pursue their interests
Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend (Only remote Nerds are eligible for the Wifi Stipend)
Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy (Only remote Nerds are eligible for these stipends)
Nerd-led group initiatives – Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity, and Inclusion, Women, LGBTQIA, and other communities
Hackathons and team events across all teams and departments
Company-wide events like NerdLove (employee appreciation) and our annual Charity Auction
Our Nerds love to make an impact by paying it forward – Take 8 hours of volunteer time off per quarter and donate to your favorite causes with a company match
401K with 4% company match
Be the first to test and benefit from our new financial products and tools
Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar
Disability and Life Insurance with employer-paid premiums