Strategy Associate

Job Description Ready to take your career global? Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Strategy Associate to join our ever evolving SMB Transformation & Integration Team and help shape the future of global commerce. What you'll own Lead corporate strategy, strategic planning, business development, and M&A/joint venture initiatives to drive company growth and long-term value creation. Partner with executive leadership to define organizational vision, goals, strategic priorities, and the overall roadmap for success. Design and manage strategic planning processes, supporting the development of mid- and long-range business plans across the organization. Lead acquisition, divestiture, and joint venture activities, including pipeline development, target evaluation, due diligence, negotiations, deal structuring, and transaction execution. Build and cultivate strategic partnerships, identifying and securing new business opportunities with prospective partners and stakeholders. Conduct internal consulting engagements, developing business plans, performing market and financial analysis, and delivering executive-level recommendations and presentations What you'll bring Supports corporate strategy, strategic planning, business development, M&A, joint ventures, and internal consulting initiatives. Partners with executive leadership to define business vision, strategic priorities, and long-term growth objectives. Assists in developing and executing mid- to long-range business plans across company segments. Supports acquisition, divestiture, joint venture, and partnership opportunities through pipeline management, due diligence, negotiation, deal structuring, and transaction execution. Serves as a strategic advisor on consulting engagements, providing insights and recommendations to business leaders. Develops business plans, executive presentations, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership audiences. Conducts market, competitive, operational, and financial analysis to identify opportunities, address risks, and support informed decision-making. It's a bonus if you have Relevant Experience or Degree in: Business, Finance, Economics, or Engineering; Combination of relevant training and/ or experience in lieu of degree Typically Minimum 6 Years Relevant Experience Master's Degree - Strongly prefers MBA Investment banking or with a consulting firm or working in a corporate strategy/mergers and acquisitions team About the team Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We’re proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections – it’s unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders. What makes a Globalpayer? Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do. Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global. $110,000-$145,000-$181,800 The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors. Apply By: Please note that the deadline for applications is November 16th, 2026. Benefits: Global Payments offers a comprehensive benefits package to all of our team members, including medical, dental and vision care, EAP programs, paid time off, recognition programs, retirement and investment options, charitable gift matching programs, and worldwide days of service. Reduct Age Statement: Candidates and applicants are advised they may redact age information from requested items like transcripts, resumes, and certificates attached to their application for positions that can be performed in Colorado. #LI-AR2 Candidates and applicants are advised they may redact age information from requested items like transcripts, resumes, and certificates attached to their application for positions that can be performed in Colorado. EEOC Statement Global Payments is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is

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