Decision Analyst

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Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

Job Title: Decision Analyst

Job Location: Shanghai, China

What You'll Do

Work independently, or as an integral part of a project team, to develop predictive models, conduct simulations, perform ad-hoc analyses, design and produce analytic reports to solve business problems. Participate in center-wide efforts to build analytical capability. The analyst may support one of the specific business areas, including marketing, risk management, customer services, and banking, etc.

How You'll Do It

• Be responsible for data preparation, including sampling, data pulling, aggregation, and other data preparation treatments.
• Develop types of models/prepare analytic reports which meet business objectives, requirements, and timelines.
• Perform simulations and general ad-hoc analyses to provide insights for strategy design, evaluation and testing.
• Communicate project results to US business partners and management in a clear and effective manner.
• Work closely with business partners to implement models and decision strategies.
• Document project results, address project issues and answer questions from business partners.
• Provide input and consultation to business partners on various statistical, technical, data or business issues.
• Identify and share programming knowledge and organizational expertise for efficient and effective execution of project tasks.
• Engage in continuous learning to maintain a high level of competency in statistical and analytical principles, tools, and techniques.

Qualifications You'll Need

The Basics

• Bachelor and above degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Economics, Econometrics, Management Science, Communication, Operational Research, Business Administration and Management, etc.
• Good command of English communication (both oral and written).
• Ability in learning and improving programming skills for business analysis, strong programming skills is a plus.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and follow through on completion of high-profile projects.
• Strong interest in using data for business insight, experience in modeling is a plus.
• Strong desire of learning and willingness to acquire needed knowledge and skills.
• Positive work attitude and team spirit.

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:

• This job primarily remains in a stationary position.
• This job has no required movement about the work environment to complete the major responsibilities of the job.
• This job doesn't require the ability to transport physical objects
• This job primarily performed indoors in an office setting.

• This job requires the ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator.
• This job requires the ability to communicate verbally and to communicate in written form.
• This job doesn't require travel.

Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Jan-18-2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.

Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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 & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)

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.