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Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart, and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships, and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses, and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Associate Managing Consultant, Advisors & Consulting Services, Marketing (Fintech Focus)
Services within Mastercard is responsible for acquiring, engaging, and retaining customers by managing fraud and risk, enhancing cybersecurity, and improving the digital payments experience. We provide value-added services and leverage expertise, data-driven insights, and execution. Our Advisors & Consulting Services team combines traditional management consulting with Mastercard’s rich data assets, proprietary platforms, and technologies to provide clients with powerful strategic insights and recommendations. Our teams work with a diverse global customer base across industries, from banking and payments to retail and restaurants.
The Advisors & Consulting Services group has five specializations: Strategy & Transformation, Performance Analytics, Business Experimentation, Marketing, and Program Management. Our Marketing consultants lead the strategy development and implementation of campaigns and engagements for clients. They use customer data to provide deep direct marketing expertise across channels, evaluating campaign results and adapting the approach to optimize marketing performance.
Positions for different specializations and levels are available in separate job postings. Please review our consulting specializations to learn more about all opportunities and apply for the position that is best suited to your background and experience.
Envision this role as the pivot in a thrilling marketing services transformation. It's about fully embracing and fueling change while seamlessly balancing traditional marketing endeavors. This profile thrives in a dynamic environment, contributing ideas, and actively steering this transformational journey.
Roles and Responsibilities
Client Impact:
- Craft personalized engagement strategies: Develop tailored growth marketing engagements based on customer demographics and behavior to captivate new audiences
- Manage multi-channel media platforms: Oversee email campaigns, sponsored content, and advertisements across various media platforms, optimizing for visibility and lead generation
- Drive CRM & analytics for growth: Segment audiences for data-driven campaigns from various data sets, focusing on increased spending and customer reactivation while employing analytics for impactful decision-making
- Optimize market insights & user experience: Analyze feedback to refine the card application process, conduct surveys for feature enhancement, and refine UX/UI design to improve conversion rates
- Support marketing engagements with the Fintech segment, including go-to-market strategy and launch activities
Team Collaboration & Culture:
- Champion collaborative innovation: Partner with internal and external stakeholders for targeted marketing, integrating AI into strategies while fostering an environment of innovation within the team
- Grow from coaching to enable ownership of day-to-day project management across client projects, and mentor junior consultants
Basic Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree with Growth Marketing expertise and mindset, and work experience in driving omni-channel user acquisition and engagement
- Problem solving and user centric mentality, bringing creative solutions to complex challenges
- Proven capability in data analysis, translating raw data into actionable insights
- Experience working with Fintech segment and/or startup environments, and able to identify and address these clients’ unique challenges and requirements
- Client Management: track record in managing client accounts and leading digital marketing solutions
- Project Execution: Ability to plan and execute marketing strategies and campaigns across key marketing channels to drive impactful outcomes
- Ability to perform multiple tasks with multiple clients in a deadline-driven environment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment and maintain a can-do, proactive attitude
- Collaboration: Thrive in a matrix organization structure, manage internal and external stakeholders effectively
- Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing colleagues and clients on the value of digital marketing projects. Articulate storyteller, translating complex insights into compelling narratives that resonate with audiences
- Innovation: Show the ability to ideate, manage, and roll out complex and competitive digital marketing initiatives. Think future-forward with a continuous focus on optimization and innovation
- Ability to communicate effectively in English and the local office language (if applicable)
- Eligibility to work in the country where you are applying, as well as apply for travel visas as required by travel needs
- Ability to travel to client sites on a semi-regular basis
Preferred Qualifications
- Market savvy, understanding emerging trends and using market opportunities
- Prior experience in UX/UI optimization a plus
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
- Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
- Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
- Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
- Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
Pay Ranges
Purchase, New York: $118,000 - $176,000 USD
Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart, and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships, and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses, and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Associate Managing Consultant, Advisors & Consulting Services, Marketing (Fintech Focus)
Services within Mastercard is responsible for acquiring, engaging, and retaining customers by managing fraud and risk, enhancing cybersecurity, and improving the digital payments experience. We provide value-added services and leverage expertise, data-driven insights, and execution. Our Advisors & Consulting Services team combines traditional management consulting with Mastercard’s rich data assets, proprietary platforms, and technologies to provide clients with powerful strategic insights and recommendations. Our teams work with a diverse global customer base across industries, from banking and payments to retail and restaurants.
The Advisors & Consulting Services group has five specializations: Strategy & Transformation, Performance Analytics, Business Experimentation, Marketing, and Program Management. Our Marketing consultants lead the strategy development and implementation of campaigns and engagements for clients. They use customer data to provide deep direct marketing expertise across channels, evaluating campaign results and adapting the approach to optimize marketing performance.
Positions for different specializations and levels are available in separate job postings. Please review our consulting specializations to learn more about all opportunities and apply for the position that is best suited to your background and experience.
Envision this role as the pivot in a thrilling marketing services transformation. It's about fully embracing and fueling change while seamlessly balancing traditional marketing endeavors. This profile thrives in a dynamic environment, contributing ideas, and actively steering this transformational journey.
Roles and Responsibilities
Client Impact:
- Craft personalized engagement strategies: Develop tailored growth marketing engagements based on customer demographics and behavior to captivate new audiences
- Manage multi-channel media platforms: Oversee email campaigns, sponsored content, and advertisements across various media platforms, optimizing for visibility and lead generation
- Drive CRM & analytics for growth: Segment audiences for data-driven campaigns from various data sets, focusing on increased spending and customer reactivation while employing analytics for impactful decision-making
- Optimize market insights & user experience: Analyze feedback to refine the card application process, conduct surveys for feature enhancement, and refine UX/UI design to improve conversion rates
- Support marketing engagements with the Fintech segment, including go-to-market strategy and launch activities
Team Collaboration & Culture:
- Champion collaborative innovation: Partner with internal and external stakeholders for targeted marketing, integrating AI into strategies while fostering an environment of innovation within the team
- Grow from coaching to enable ownership of day-to-day project management across client projects, and mentor junior consultants
Basic Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree with Growth Marketing expertise and mindset, and work experience in driving omni-channel user acquisition and engagement
- Problem solving and user centric mentality, bringing creative solutions to complex challenges
- Proven capability in data analysis, translating raw data into actionable insights
- Experience working with Fintech segment and/or startup environments, and able to identify and address these clients’ unique challenges and requirements
- Client Management: track record in managing client accounts and leading digital marketing solutions
- Project Execution: Ability to plan and execute marketing strategies and campaigns across key marketing channels to drive impactful outcomes
- Ability to perform multiple tasks with multiple clients in a deadline-driven environment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment and maintain a can-do, proactive attitude
- Collaboration: Thrive in a matrix organization structure, manage internal and external stakeholders effectively
- Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing colleagues and clients on the value of digital marketing projects. Articulate storyteller, translating complex insights into compelling narratives that resonate with audiences
- Innovation: Show the ability to ideate, manage, and roll out complex and competitive digital marketing initiatives. Think future-forward with a continuous focus on optimization and innovation
- Ability to communicate effectively in English and the local office language (if applicable)
- Eligibility to work in the country where you are applying, as well as apply for travel visas as required by travel needs
- Ability to travel to client sites on a semi-regular basis
Preferred Qualifications
- Market savvy, understanding emerging trends and using market opportunities
- Prior experience in UX/UI optimization a plus
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
- Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
- Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
- Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
- Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
Pay Ranges
Purchase, New York: $118,000 - $176,000 USD
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Managing Consultant
Target consulting firms with established OPT pipelines
Large management consulting firms regularly hire F-1 students and have HR teams familiar with OPT authorization. Look for firms that actively recruit from graduate programs, as they're more likely to handle your work authorization without friction.
Lead with your degree field, not just your title
Managing Consultant roles qualify as specialty occupations only when tied to a specific degree field. In applications and interviews, connect your degree directly to the consulting practice area you're targeting, whether that's technology, operations, finance, or strategy.
Clarify your OPT timeline early in the process
Let hiring managers know your current OPT end date and whether you're eligible for a STEM extension. Firms plan project staffing months ahead, so giving them a clear timeline reduces hesitation and signals that you've thought through the logistics.
Prioritize firms with active H-1B sponsorship history
OPT is temporary, so most F-1 students need H-1B visa sponsorship to stay long term. Research which consulting firms have a consistent track record of sponsoring H-1B petitions for consultants, as that directly predicts your post-OPT options.
Highlight project outcomes, not just responsibilities
Consulting hiring decisions hinge on demonstrated impact. Frame your experience around measurable results: cost reductions, process improvements, revenue outcomes. Specific numbers make you more memorable and offset any employer hesitation about OPT sponsorship complexity.
Be ready to explain how client work fits your authorization
Some consulting roles involve working on-site at client locations. Employers may not realize this is straightforward under OPT. Be prepared to confirm that your EAD covers the employer of record, not the client site, which is the standard arrangement.
Managing Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Managing Consultant roles qualify as specialty occupations for OPT purposes?
Yes, in most cases. Managing Consultant positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business administration, management, engineering, or economics. That degree requirement is what establishes specialty occupation status. Roles where any degree is acceptable regardless of field may not qualify, so confirming the job description specifies a relevant degree field is important.
Can I work at a client site as a Managing Consultant while on OPT?
Yes. OPT authorizes you to work for your employer of record, not a fixed physical location. Consulting roles routinely involve client-site engagements, and that arrangement is generally compatible with OPT. What matters is that your employer of record is the consulting firm, that they're directing your work, and that the role qualifies as a specialty occupation tied to your degree.
How do I find Managing Consultant jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by visa sponsorship willingness. Searching there saves time compared to general job boards where OPT status is often unclear. When reaching out to firms directly, be specific: mention your OPT authorization period, your STEM extension eligibility if applicable, and your degree field as it relates to the consulting practice area.
Does a STEM degree help when applying for Managing Consultant roles on OPT?
It can, in two ways. First, a STEM designation makes you eligible for a 24-month OPT extension beyond the initial 12 months, giving employers more runway before needing to sponsor an H-1B. Second, consulting firms with technology, data, or engineering practices actively seek STEM graduates. If your degree is STEM-designated, make that clear in your applications and explain how it connects to the firm's practice areas.
What happens to my OPT if I switch from one consulting firm to another?
Your EAD is tied to your OPT authorization period, not a specific employer, so you can change employers during your OPT window. However, you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days and update your SEVIS record. There's also a 90-day unemployment limit across your entire OPT period, so any gap between roles counts toward that cap. Plan transitions carefully to stay within the limit.