[Remote] Business Analysis, Acquisitions - Principal Analyst / Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Mission Lane is a purpose-driven fintech company focused on providing better credit options for consumers. They are seeking a data-driven problem solver to join their Acquisitions team as a Business Analyst, where the role involves improving underwriting strategies, optimizing acquisition strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth.ResponsibilitiesTake the lead in initiatives to improve our underwriting & pricing strategiesHave the opportunity to use AI driven tools for data analysisOptimize current acquisition strategies in response to customer behavior and changing marketplace conditionsDevelop actionable financial strategies based on financial data-driven insights to improve credit risk and profitability while driving step changes in the company’s growth trajectorySeed tests in market to better understand customer behavior and leverage learnings to invest in future growthCollaborate with cross functional teams across product, data science, engineering and capital markets to bring strategies to marketArticulate and communicate strategies to senior leadershipSkillsProven ability to problem solve end-to-end: from framing the question and forming a hypothesis, to analyzing the data, to communicating and debating the answer with other stakeholdersFamiliarity with SQL, python, or other tools for data analysis2 - 7 years of experience (YOE) in a highly analytical role. Our team dynamics commonly align 2 - 5 YOE for Principal Analyst level and 4 - 7 YOE for the Business Manager opportunityBachelor's or Masters in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, or similar quantitative field with record of strong academic performanceExperience doing analytical work with credit cards or other consumer lending productsExperience helping scale a business in a fast-paced startup environmentExpertise in SQL or PythonExperience using AI coding assistants (Claude Code, Codex, Gemini CLI, Cursor, etc.)BenefitsAn engaging culture with access to training programs and advancement opportunitiesFull health, dental, and vision benefitsFlexible Spending Account (for medical and childcare expenses)Paid parental leave401k Company MatchGenerous PTOFlexible schedulesA Calm App subscriptionParticipation in our annual incentive program and equity are available for this roleA comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, a monthly wellness stipend, health/ dental/ vision insurance options, disability coverage, paid parental leave, flexible spending account (for childcare and healthcare), life insurance, and a remote-friendly work environmentCompany OverviewMission Lane is a consumer finance company dedicated to helping everyone have access to fair and clear credit. It is a sub-organization of LendUp. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.missionlane.com/.