Full-Time

Firstmark Operational Analyst 4

Posted on 12/13/2025

Nelnet

Nelnet

1,001-5,000 employees

CVC funding FinTech, EdTech, SaaS

Compensation Overview

$43.7k - $82.1k/yr

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Lincoln, NE, USA

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
SQL
Requirements
  • Problem Solving
  • Business Math
  • Oral communications
  • Written communications
  • Decision Making and Critical Thinking
  • Accuracy/Attention to Detail
  • Initiative
  • Project Management
  • Managing Multiple Priorities
  • Working with MS Office
  • SQL experience preferred
Responsibilities
  • Assist in department as needed using analytical tools, critical thinking and problem solving.
  • Commit to Performance Based Organization (PBO) & Easy to Do Business with (ETDBW) philosophy.
  • Contribute to Continuous Process Improvement.
  • Manage multiple conflicting priorities & consistently meet deadlines.
  • Prepare project plans.
  • Provide status to management on projects.
  • Act as lead on Consumer Loan projects.
  • Present materials and reports.
  • Work with other analysts and management to conduct analysis and solve problems regarding routine & chronic problems.
  • Acquire knowledge in systems and processes.
  • Act as a resource for the department.
  • Monitor progress of projects.
  • Participate in and facilitate projects to make improvements within department.
  • Commit to getting the job done.
  • Share responsibility of projects with management.
  • Train within department for the general and orientation modules.
  • Learn basics of and participate in CPI projects.
Desired Qualifications
  • 4-year college degree preferred
  • 3-4 years of experience in an analytical, student loan, technical, problem-solving or project management position
  • Some experience with database concepts and simple query language (SQL) preferred
  • Some experience with report writing tools – Crystal reports (Business Objects) preferred
  • Some experience with project management on small to medium projects preferred

Nelnet Ventures serves as the corporate venture capital and innovation arm of Nelnet, investing in early-stage and high-growth fintech, edtech, and SaaS startups with typical checks between $500,000 and $3 million. It combines funding with strategic support by leveraging Nelnet's operational expertise, industry relationships, and resources to help portfolio companies scale. Unlike independent VC firms, Nelnet Ventures aligns investments with Nelnet's core businesses and strategic interests, offering portfolio companies access to a large corporate network and potential integration opportunities. Its approach is to act as a strategic partner that helps startups achieve product-market fit and scale, while enabling Nelnet to explore new markets and stay ahead in technology related to its sectors. The firm’s goal is to foster innovation, expand Nelnet’s reach into new markets, and generate financial returns through its portfolio.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Lincoln, Nebraska

Founded

1977

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $410 million ALLO sale in May 2026 funds larger venture checks and follow-ons.
  • Driive pre-seed in May 2026 validates AI-SaaS thesis in $1T home services market.
  • Hudl investment since 2007 builds reputation for patient capital in Midwest ecosystem.

What critics are saying

  • FFELP portfolio amortization ends $245M net interest income within 12-24 months.
  • ALLO's 26% stake loses value to AT&T, Verizon competition in 18-36 months.
  • Ventures' 25 exits from 100+ bets underperform as AI-native VCs dominate in 24-36 months.

What makes Nelnet unique

  • Nelnet Ventures invests $500K-$3M in early-stage FinTech, EdTech, and SaaS startups since 2006.
  • Provides portfolio companies access to Nelnet's operational expertise and industry relationships.
  • Collaborates with Nebraska Angels and FACTS for unique Midwest deal sourcing and EdTech pipeline.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

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