BBVA · 2 months ago
M&A Investment and Innovation Strategy Manager
New York
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$180K/yr - $205K/yr
5+ years expBBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in over 25 countries. As a Manager in BBVA’s Strategy and M&A team, you will drive strategic initiatives, manage M&A and fund investment activities, and engage with the innovation ecosystem to support the bank’s growth agenda.
AccountingBankingFinanceFinancial ServicesLending
No H1B
Responsibilities
Identify and assess fintech startups, emerging technologies, and scalable business models that align with the bank's innovation and growth strategy
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to interpret trends in AI, data-driven finance, embedded banking, and digital assets
Cultivate and leverage a robust network in the innovation ecosystem (VCs, accelerators, startup founders, tech hubs) to source opportunities and strategic insights
Work closely with product, digital, and strategy teams to integrate external innovations into internal capabilities
Conduct due diligence, financial modeling, and risk assessment on equity and fund investment opportunities, with a focus on high-growth
Drive the project management and coordination of internal and external teams, ensuring successful execution of M&A projects and strategic assessments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science or a related field
5+ years of experience in equity investments or investment funds or strategy functions, ideally in financial services
Extensive knowledge of financial analysis, valuation techniques, and strategic business evaluation
Strategic mindset and strong accountability
Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills
Exposure to startups, venture capital, or entrepreneurship—either directly or through a strategic/investment lens
Solid grasp of technology trends, AI, and digital business models in banking and financial services
Strong professional network in the innovation and fintech ecosystem in Spain or Europe
Occasional domestic and international travel is required
Preferred
MBA, CFA, or postgraduate studies are a plus
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits
A generous employee benefits package
Successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus
Company
BBVA
BBVA is a finance company that provides accounting, card, mortgage, loan, investment fund, pension plan, and insurance services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Luis C.
CTO, New Business Models & Strategy
Diego Crasny (CPA)
General Manager New York & Chief Financial Officer CIB USA
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