Product Strategy Analyst

Ready to be a part of the company transforming FinTech and how the world accesses banking services?

When was the last time you were excited about interacting with your bank or credit union? If the answer is, “a while,” then you’re in good company. Even though access to better financial choices is at the heart of empowering communities, businesses, and people, financial institutions (FIs) are struggling to keep up with modern expectations.

And that’s where Kinective comes in. We’re here to change the way the world accesses and thinks about banking through software that connects a historically “boring” industry to the latest and greatest fintechs shaping the industry

Ok... but what does all of that actually mean? Banks and credit unions are using some old-school systems, which make adopting new and innovative technology difficult (if not impossible). If you think it’s easy for your local branch to send you a receipt via text… think again.

Want proof? As the largest provider of software connectivity to 1 in 3 U.S. financial institutions, we are the leading company transforming the way banking is done for credit unions and banks. In fact, Forbes recently released their Best Banks in the World report, and Kinective works with over 60% of their named banks!

Kinective is the connector (get it?) that bridges that technology gap and helps modernize the way banking works. Our ~500 team of mega-talented and passionate folks are brought together with the unifying desire to make life easier (and better) for our clients and ultimately paving the way for banks and credit unions to modernize banking for everyone.

The Cliffs Notes

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Product Strategy Analyst to join our dynamic team. You will play a crucial role in shaping our product strategy, improving customer satisfaction, and driving business growth through data-driven insights.

The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of product analytics, competitive intelligence, and market trends. You enjoy working at the intersection of data and strategy to ensure our offerings remain relevant and competitive.

What you’ll own:

• Market Intelligence: Monitor and analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging industry developments to inform product strategies.
• Competitive Benchmarking: Conduct regular competitor benchmarking and SWOT analysis to identify emerging strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
• Competitive Repository: Develop and maintain a comprehensive repository of competitive intelligence data, battlecards, and insights for executive stakeholders.
• Win/Loss Analysis: Perform win/loss analysis, including direct prospect/client interviews, to identify specific decision drivers & trends in our opportunities and provide actionable recommendations for product and sales teams.
• Product Roadmapping Support: Assist Product Strategy leaders in the development of the product roadmap by providing market feedback and research to aid in the prioritization of future product innovations.
• Strategic Reporting: Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate insights to internal teams and leadership.

What you’re great at:

• Data Insight: You have a passion for digging into data to uncover meaningful insights and can convey complex findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Analytical Thinking: You can identify underlying trends in churn and market disruptions to proactively guide product feature decisions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: You thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating with marketing, sales, and product teams to create compelling value propositions.
• Industry Expertise: You stay ahead of banking and fintech trends, leveraging external data to identify potential areas for expansion.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience as a Product Analyst or similar role, with a focus on product analytics and competitive intelligence.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (data visualization experience a plus).
• Knowledge of the banking and fintech industry landscape (Preferred).

Why Kinective?

We’re transforming our industry. You’re hopping into a rocket ship when you join the Kinective team. We have our sights set on becoming the go-to banking technology enabler, giving our customers total freedom in choosing any system, technology, or provider to scale their innovation efforts and have it integrate with their banking core. Oh, and we should mention, we’re the only ones doing that right now.

We love our customers (and they love us, too). Creating incredible customer outcomes is a unifying value at Kinective, with over a 95% customer retention rate.

All the benefits. We care about you on and off the clock, which is why we are proud to offer plenty of great benefits to choose from. A generously flexible PTO, medical, dental, vision, even pet insurance, just to name a few.

We’re cool people building cool stuff. Underneath all the banking acronyms and terminologies is a team of driven people building the future of banking. We value a workplace that allows us to work hard, be challenged, and ultimately be supported in our endeavors.

What does life at Kinective look like?

Bid adieu to snooze-fest corporate gigs. At Kinective, we believe that balance is key. We know how to have fun, and how to meet deadlines. We know how to collaborate and enjoy comradery, and how to provide feedback to help each other grow professionally.

Our culture empowers team members to take the lead, upholds integrity as our bedrock, and values trust and respect in all our operations. We believe in learning new skills, mentoring colleagues, and nurturing personal development. That’s why we seek to promote from within and give our team members the opportunity to rise with us.

Our Values

Deliver success. We strive to exceed customer expectations.

We are powered by a relentless commitment to delivering quality and service to our customers. We turn everyday interactions into positive, memorable experiences that create long-lasting Kinective ambassadors.

Grit with grace. We face problems head on, respecting others along the way.

We aren’t afraid to step outside of our comfort zone to accomplish the common goal. We believe that progress thrives on constructive dialogue and a commitment to understanding.?

One Kinective. Together, we win.

By embracing a “better together” mindset, we unleash the full potential of our team and propel Kinective from good to great.

Build the future. We are driven by the pursuit of what’s possible.

Building the future requires embracing change and challenging the status quo. We believe that the best idea wins, embodying a culture of innovation.

The Team

In this role, you would be a part of the Product Team, reporting to the Director, Product Marketing.

Office Expectations:

This role is remote-friendly. Candidates located near one of our central offices may be expected to follow a hybrid work schedule.

Compensation

$70,000 – $90,000

The base salary range for this role is shown above at the minimum and maximum. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the maximum of the range. At Kinective, base pay depends on multiple individualized factors, including a candidate’s experience, qualifications, job-related knowledge and skills, and geographic location. Compensation also reflects internal equity to ensure fairness across similar roles.

Base pay is just one part of Kinective’s Total Rewards package. Depending on the role, successful candidates may also be eligible to participate in our discretionary bonus plan, commission program, or equity offerings.

All U.S.-based Kinective employees are offered a highly competitive benefits package that demonstrates our commitment to supporting health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include:

• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Flexible paid time off and company holidays
• Generous parental and caregiver leave
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness resources and professional development opportunities
• And it doesn't end there...

Well, you’ve made it this far...

Seems like we might be meant to be, right? If you think you’re the right fit for Kinective, go ahead and click “apply.” And, even if you’re not quite sure if you’re qualified, we encourage you to apply and we can decide together.

Take a deeper dive into all things Kinective at kinective.io

Please note that this role does not currently offer sponsorship opportunities.