Business Experimentation

About OA-Mastercard

OA-Mastercard operates in over 200 countries and territories, facilitating secure, simple, smart, and accessible digital payments. The company focuses on building a sustainable economy through technology, innovation, partnerships, and networks, offering products and services that support individuals, businesses, and governments.

The Associate Consultant, Launch Program 2027

This full-time position in Riyadh is for an Associate Consultant within the Launch Program 2027, designed for individuals with 0-1 years of experience. This 18-month program provides specialized expertise through hands-on experience, structured learning, and mentorship. Participants will work on business challenges, apply skills to impactful projects, and deepen their understanding of Mastercard's operations. The program aims to develop technical, analytical, and professional capabilities, providing a strong foundation in the chosen field.

Role and Responsibilities

As an Associate Consultant, you will collaborate within small teams to address strategic questions for major brands. This role involves ownership of deliverables and building client relationships, with a focus on technology and data across various industries such as financial services, retail, restaurants, and hospitality.

Business Experimentation Specialization

Within the Business Experimentation track, consultants leverage Mastercard's Test & Learn® predictive analytics platform and SQL to conduct data-backed business experiments for clients. This specialization focuses on data science-based solutions to provide insights on initiatives such as product launches, marketing campaigns, customer loyalty, and pricing across various industries. Consultants partner directly with clients to share findings and assist in determining effective implementation strategies.

• Support 2-4 clients concurrently, developing a deep understanding of client business challenges through engagements typically lasting 1-2 years.
• Address questions such as optimal new store locations for retailers to maximize profitability and minimize cannibalization.
• Determine appropriate credit card account bonuses to encourage regular card usage.

Corporate Security Responsibilities

All personnel accessing Mastercard assets, information, and networks are responsible for information security. This includes:

• Adhering to Mastercard’s security policies and practices.
• Ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of accessed information.
• Reporting any suspected information security violations or breaches.
• Completing all mandatory periodic security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.