Analyst, Business Strategy and Operations - job 25 of 26

The Analyst in Business Strategy and Operations at Visa is responsible for supporting the definition and execution of product portfolio management practices, conducting monthly and quarterly portfolio reviews, synthesizing portfolio investment data to provide insights for leadership, and maintaining dashboards to track portfolio health. They work closely with Product, Technology, and Finance to enhance visibility in product portfolios, facilitating real-time decision-making.

Candidates for the Analyst position at Visa should demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, with a preference for background in portfolio management, product development, or business strategy. Experience in the global payments ecosystem is crucial, as well as a critical thinking mindset that allows for simplifying complex information and fostering transparency in portfolio practices.

The Analyst role at Visa plays a crucial part by preparing data-driven insights and trends that are presented during monthly and quarterly portfolio reviews with executive leaders. By synthesizing important investment data and agility metrics, the analyst provides recommendations that help prioritize portfolio management and drive strategic decision-making.

The Analyst utilizes various tools including Power BI for building and maintaining dashboards that track portfolio health, as well as Power Apps for reporting needs. Additionally, they support processes around product portfolio funding, ensuring all necessary details and templates are completed accurately.

The Analyst in Business Strategy and Operations at Visa works in a hybrid environment, balancing time between remote work and in-office collaboration. The in-office days will be confirmed by the hiring manager based on team needs, fostering a supportive and engaged work culture.

When answering this question, focus on specific examples from your past roles that relate directly to portfolio management. Highlight any tools you used, the types of portfolios you managed, and how you contributed to optimizing performance or investment strategies.

Demonstrate your critical thinking by explaining the criteria you use for prioritization, such as ROI, impact on business strategy, and stakeholder needs. Share any frameworks or methodologies you prefer to use for decision-making.

List the specific tools you are familiar with, like Power BI or similar visualization platforms. Discuss how you've used these tools for generating insights and how they played a role in decision-making processes in your previous positions.

Share a specific scenario where you took complex information and broke it down into more digestible components. Emphasize your communication skills and understanding of your audience's needs in that context.

Talk about your process for double-checking data, any tools or techniques you use for validation, and the importance of accuracy in driving business decisions. Highlight any experiences where accuracy was critical to your reporting.

Discuss your approach to maintaining communication with stakeholders, how you gather feedback, and methods for ensuring that all voices are heard in decision-making. Being personable and collaborative is key.

Mention specific publications, blogs, or industry events you follow to keep informed. This shows your dedication to continuous learning and understanding of the evolving global payments ecosystem.

Describe a project that showcases your skills related to portfolio management or business strategy. Focus on your contributions, the outcome, and what you learned from the experience.

Explain your negotiation and conflict resolution skills, including any strategies you employ to align team goals and find a common path forward. It's vital to demonstrate flexibility and communication.

Make sure to convey your enthusiasm for Visa and this specific analyst role. Share your interest in the payment ecosystem, Visa's company culture, and how your skills align with the organization's goals.