Regional Finance (Regional Management Corp.) · 8 hours ago
Corporate Strategy Analyst
Greer, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$150K/yr - $225K/yr
2+ years expRegional Finance is a growing company focused on providing financial solutions to customers during challenging times. They are seeking a strategic and analytical Strategy Analyst to join their Strategy & Business Development team, where the role involves developing financial models, conducting market research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth and optimize performance.
Customer ServiceFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Partner with senior leadership to define and refine the company’s growth strategy and long-term strategic roadmap
Apply structured, hypothesis-driven problem solving to identify root causes of business challenges and evaluate strategic alternatives
Translate strategic objectives into actionable initiatives and performance metrics
Develop and maintain complex financial models to forecast business scenarios, assess risk, and evaluate the financial impact of strategic options
Conduct pricing, portfolio performance, and risk assessment modeling using tools such as Excel, SQL, or Python
Owns M&A and partnership evaluations by assessing financial viability, integration risks, and strategic fit
Continuously monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, competitor strategies, and regulatory developments
Provide thought leadership on market dynamics and articulate strategic implications for the business
Benchmark performance metrics and identify opportunities for product diversification, geographic expansion, or operational improvement
Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. Finance, Risk, Operations, Compliance) to design and implement strategic initiatives
Ensure alignment of departmental plans with overall business strategy and regulatory requirements (e.g., FCRA, TILA)
Integrate compliance and risk considerations into strategic planning and execution
Synthesize complex analyses into clear, compelling presentations, dashboards, and reports for executive leadership and the Board
Communicate strategic recommendations and business cases using storytelling, data visualization, and persuasive narratives
Prepare executive- and board-level documents and scenario analyses to support strategic decision-making
Own prioritization and execution of strategic initiatives, using project management skills to ensure timely progress and cross-functional alignment
Track performance against strategic goals and provide insights to refine execution plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field
2 to 5 years of experience in financial analysis, strategy consulting, or investment research, preferably within lending, consumer finance, or banking sectors
Proven experience in data analysis and modeling, including deep financial valuation analysis, loan performance, pricing, and risk metrics
Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance standards in the lending industry
Proficiency in analytical tools and software (Excel, Tableau, Sigma); experience with SQL, Python, or R is a plus
Strategic mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities and business acumen
Exceptional communication skills for presenting complex findings to non-technical stakeholders
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while managing multiple priorities
Comfortable working with AI-enabled tools and adapting practices as technology evolves
Knowledge of machine learning techniques for predictive modeling (e.g., credit risk scoring) is advantageous
Preferred
Prior experience at a top-tier consulting firm, asset management firm or financial institution
CFA, MBA, or advanced degree is a plus but not required
Familiarity with subprime-specific challenges such as high-risk borrower segmentation, collateral valuation, and loss mitigation strategies
Company
Regional Finance (Regional Management Corp.)
Founded in 1987, Regional Finance began operations with four branches in South Carolina.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Robert B.
President and CEO
Joseph Kurian A. Manavalan
SVP and Chief Technology Officer
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