Full-Time
Prosper Funding
201-500 employees
Offers personal loans and credit cards
Compensation Overview
$101k - $125k/yr
Junior, Mid
San Francisco, CA, USA
This role is hybrid and expected to work in our San Francisco office twice a week (Wednesdays and Thursdays)
- Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
- 2+ years of experience in lifecycle and digital marketing analytics, preferably within financial services or fintech
- Strong SQL and Advanced Excel skills
- Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Google Data Studio, Tableau, or similar platforms
- Ability to analyze large datasets to derive actionable insights that drive marketing decisions
- Analyze and Identify Growth Opportunities: Conduct deep-dive analyses to uncover insights that drive customer acquisition and engagement
- Develop Strategic Test Designs: Create and implement A/B testing frameworks to evaluate new marketing initiatives and optimize campaign performance
- Optimize Marketing Touch-points: Support Product and Marketing teams in designing the most effective cadence and sequence of customer interactions across various marketing channels
- Monitor Key Performance Indicators: Build automated reports and dashboards to track marketing performance, customer behavior, and campaign effectiveness
- Forecast and Plan for Business Growth: Use data-driven insights to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning efforts
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with teams across marketing, product, risk, and data science to ensure alignment on strategic goals and execution
- Master’s degree preferred
- Experience with Python or R is preferred
- Strong storytelling and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex data insights to senior leadership
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Prosper Funding offers a variety of financial solutions aimed at improving financial wellbeing. The company provides personal loans, credit cards, and home equity lines of credit to individuals with different credit backgrounds. Their personal loans are issued by WebBank, while the Prosper® Card is an unsecured credit card issued by Coastal Community Bank under a Mastercard license. Prosper distinguishes itself from competitors by being an equal housing lender, which ensures that all individuals have fair access to their financial services. The main goal of Prosper Funding is to provide affordable financial options that help customers manage their finances effectively.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$503.4M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2005
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Prosper's recent CSO Award highlights its excellence in security and risk management.
- Integration of AI-driven credit scoring can enhance loan approval accuracy and reduce defaults.
- Open banking regulations in the U.S. can enhance data sharing and personalized financial products.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from new fintech startups could threaten Prosper's market share.
- The rise of DeFi platforms may challenge Prosper's traditional lending models.
- Acquisition by Waverly Advisors could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with Prosper's model.
What makes Prosper Funding unique
- Prosper offers a data-driven underwriting model for personal loans and credit products.
- The platform connects borrowers with individual and institutional investors for diverse funding sources.
- Prosper is a pioneer in peer-to-peer lending, enhancing financial access since 2005.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Mental Health Support
Wellness Program
Childcare Support
Pet Insurance
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 4%1 year growth
↑ 5%2 year growth
↑ 5%London-based AI fintech startup Prosper has raised £4 million in a round led by Fuel Ventures, with participation from Capital One, World First, Tandem, Azimo, Embark and Comply Advantage, the founders of Monzo, and Ukrainian fund Roosh Ventures.
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Prosper Honored for Excellence in Security and Risk ManagementSAN FRANCISCO, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prosper Marketplace, the first peer-to-peer lending platform in the United States, is thrilled to announce its selection as a winner in the prestigious 2024 CSO Awards.The 2024 CSO Awards, organized by Foundry (an IDG, Inc. company), celebrate the top security organizations and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional efforts in tackling the challenges posed by an ever-expanding landscape of threats. This year's awards recognize those at the forefront of security innovation, including new threat-detection methods, advanced cyber analytics, and initiatives addressing AI dangers, zero trust, and data protection."We are honored to receive the 2024 CSO Award," said David Kimball, CEO of Prosper. "This recognition is a testament to our team's dedication to implementing cutting-edge security measures that protect our borrowers and investors, ensuring a secure and trustworthy marketplace for all."Prosper's selection as a 2024 CSO Award winner underscores its commitment to pioneering security strategies and delivering robust protection for its clients and stakeholders. This accolade also reflects the company's commitment to staying ahead of emerging threats."Our teams work together across our organization to make information security a core focus for our customers," said Varsha Agarwal, Head of Information Security at Prosper. "Since inception nearly 20 years ago, the security of our marketplace has played a key role in our business operations, culture, and goals
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