Associate Analyst – Strategy & Business Excellence (Europe)

About the role

Mastercard is seeking an Associate Analyst to join its Strategy & Business Excellence team for the Europe region. This entry‑level position offers exposure to risk management, pricing, economics, and strategic projects while exploring how AI and automation can improve work processes.

Key responsibilities

• Support analytical, strategic and project‑related activities across risk, pricing, strategy and economics.
• Identify opportunities to simplify recurring tasks and test AI, automation and digital tools for productivity gains.
• Share practical learnings and help adopt improved tools, processes and ways of working.
• Prepare clear presentations, reports, briefings and meeting materials.
• Coordinate projects by collecting inputs, monitoring actions and collaborating with cross‑functional colleagues.
• Summarise documents and discussions, consolidate inputs for team updates.

Required profile

• Recent graduate or candidate with first‑employment experience.
• Strong analytical mindset and interest in digital tools such as AI and automation.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and markets.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in a global payments leader.
• Exposure to strategic projects influencing Mastercard’s European business.
• Hands‑on experience with emerging digital tools and AI applications.