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Strategic Initiatives Analyst I

GM Financial
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
Job Description

Why Strategic Initiatives at GM Financial?

Our team is the go-to group at General Motors Financial to investigate disruptive innovation, lead strategic planning, and evaluate new markets. We ideate, develop, and implement medium and long-term initiatives, and we advise GMF’s senior leaders in evaluating strategic choices to pioneer innovations that move and connect people to what matters.

We lead high-visibility projects by giving clarity and structure to ambiguous problems. Our strength lies in putting our curiosity into action, and we are looking for individuals who share our commitment to continuous learning.

If you thrive in an environment that encourages creative problem solving and employs disciplined analysis, join the Corporate Strategy Office’s Strategic Initiatives.

Responsibilities

The Strategic Initiatives Analyst I will support the development and deployment of GM Financial's strategic planning framework. The framework assists leadership in understanding emerging trends (e.g., Generative AI, digital, fintech, etc.) and developing a strategic roadmap to create and maintain competitive advantage. This role will work cross-functionally to support strategic initiatives in the capacity of financial modeling and competitive intelligence research. The Strategic Initiatives Analyst I will support business case development and lead investment analysis in evaluating new lines of business and/or strategic capabilities. It is expected the Analyst I will provide ongoing analytical and project support as initiatives move into execution.

In This Role You Will

  • Support the development of business cases with cross-functional project team members
  • Support market assessment activities to evaluate new initiatives
  • Lead financial modeling workstreams
  • Manage competitive intelligence routines and tracking emerging risks and opportunities using competitive intelligence tools
  • Contribute to ongoing incubation of emerging business lines

Qualifications

What makes you a dream candidate?

  • Advanced in financial modeling and valuation in Excel
  • Creative self-starter with the ability to independently move projects forward, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
  • Curious team player with a positive attitude in a results-driven environment
  • Strong commitment to timelines, collaboration, accuracy, and communication
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education And Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field required
  • 1 years of experience in strategic planning, strategic development or finance required
  • Financial modeling and valuation in Excel preferred

What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay, and nine company holidays

Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive

Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility

Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in office

NOTE: We are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship for this position

This position is not open to agency submissions

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