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Full-Time

Manager – Strategy & Operations

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DailyPay

DailyPay

501-1,000 employees

Provides daily access to earned wages

Data & Analytics
Consulting
Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$111k - $151kAnnually

+ Variable Incentive Compensation + Stock Options

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

Category
Project Management
Strategy Development
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Communications
SQL
Segment
Requirements
  • 5+ years experience in management consulting, roles with ample executive exposure, or time in a business operations or strategy team in a high-growth environment
  • MBA or Master's degree in technical, quantitative, or business fields, or equivalent practical experience preferred
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a high regard for precision
  • Experience in a highly cross functional role and ability to clearly describe and work within the organizational dynamics of a fast-growth complex organization
  • You thrive in ambiguous context to take action and can adapt quickly with passion for learning different parts of the business
  • Some experience navigating large data sets (SQL a nice to have)
  • Naturally analytical mindset with ability to break down complex issues with limited guidance, operationalize solutions and communicate; just as comfortable in a spreadsheet as a slide deck
Responsibilities
  • Drive DailyPay’s strategy, planning, and OKR framework process annually, and throughout the year to guide the organization to develop overarching priorities in support of our strategic plan
  • Support business leaders to solve for gaps & evaluate tradeoffs between key cross-functional Corporate opportunities. Proactively identify inhibitors to growth, unblock roadblocks and maintain cross-segment alignment to overall corporate strategy. Act as internal consultant to business leaders to solve priority problems facing the business
  • Lead dedicated end-to-end projects (scope, manage and execute) and executive-ready communications for select priority cross-functional strategic initiatives, as prioritized by C-Level Executives and Business Leaders
  • Derive time-sensitive insights from quantitative and qualitative data research, in partnership with analytic counterparts, and create analysis to identify gaps and make strategic recommendations
  • Create and operationalize frameworks, routines and cadences including weekly cross-functional operating meetings, QBRs, Town Halls to drive transparency, progress, & help us scale effectively
  • Provide transparency to business performance by partnering with business owners and operational teams (e.g. data, finance, revenue ops) to design executive reporting needs

DailyPay provides a service that allows employees to access their earned wages on a daily basis instead of waiting for traditional pay periods like bi-weekly or monthly. This service works by partnering with businesses, which pay a fee to offer their employees the option of on-demand pay. By giving employees the ability to access their wages as they earn them, DailyPay helps improve financial control and flexibility for workers. This approach has been shown to increase employee retention and engagement, particularly in industries such as healthcare, retail, and restaurants, where turnover rates are often high. DailyPay's goal is to enhance employee satisfaction and reduce turnover costs for businesses, potentially saving millions annually in sectors that struggle with labor shortages and high quit rates.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$1.4B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

9%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • DailyPay's service has been shown to increase employee time on the job by an average of 27%, which can significantly improve business operations and reduce turnover costs.
  • The company's recent $175 million funding round and 75% increase in valuation to $1.75 billion indicate strong financial health and growth potential.
  • Expanding its earned wage access solution to small businesses opens up a new market segment, potentially driving further growth and adoption.

What critics are saying

  • The departure of CEO Kevin Coop and transition to interim CEO Stacy Greiner could lead to strategic and operational uncertainties.
  • The competitive landscape in the fintech and employee benefits sectors is intense, with new entrants and existing players potentially eroding DailyPay's market share.

What makes DailyPay unique

  • DailyPay's focus on providing daily access to earned wages sets it apart from traditional payroll services that operate on bi-weekly or monthly cycles.
  • The company's service is particularly valuable in high-turnover industries like healthcare, retail, and restaurants, addressing specific pain points related to employee retention and financial wellness.
  • DailyPay's partnerships with major payroll providers like ADP and Acrisure enhance its market reach and integration capabilities, making it a more attractive option for businesses.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Stock Options

401(K) with 4% match

Unlimited PTO

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Daily Seamless Credit

Free LinkedIn Learning

Annual Learning Stipend

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