Associate Network Strategist

Join the People Helping People Velera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Working with Growth leadership, Product and Marketing teams—understand strategic direction, competitive positioning, and future goals of Velera network solutions for our current clients and prospects. Partner with RVPs and CGEs to ensure we are growing our network reach within our existing client base as well as preserving existing network business. Partner with sales leadership and NSE teams to assist with deep network conversations, value proposition articulation, etc. to further net-new network business conversations. Assist in deal strategy related to both existing and new clients, and become an expert in the landscape of debit/ATM networks. Provide market feedback to our Growth leadership, as well as Marketing, Strategy, and Product Teams, related to intel gathered though interactions with both clients and prospects to enhance Velera’s value proposition and competitive pricing. Serves as an industry expert and articulate overall network environment as well as Velera’s network attributes to internal and external audiences. Delivers sales presentations, supporting materials/analysis, on-site client/prospect visit support and call support in conjunction with NSE/CGE teams to advance Velera objectives. Ensure client and competitor information is maintained in CRM tool, assist with Opportuntity creation and proposal requests when necessary. Perform all other duties as assigned. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit/stand and type for extended periods.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds Individuals with a disability who are otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job may request a reasonable accommodation through the Human Resources department. Other Physical Demands None Supervisory Responsibility N/A Education Bachelor's Experience 5-10 years of Financial Institution background in operations, marketing, sales, sales operations, platform or member services are required. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Debit and ATM network experience—sales, pricing, competitive awareness Professional communications including written, presentation, speaking, etc. Strong, confident presentation style MS Office proficiency—particularly Excel and Powerpoint Knowledge of debit network landscape and related products, sales operations, industry best practices, etc. in credit union space Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills to formulate and execute strategy in alignment with Velera business objectives Excellent communication, organizational and proven leadership skills Ability to travel as needed About Velera At Velera, inclusion isn’t an initiative – it’s how we work. Guided by a people‑helping‑people philosophy, we cultivate a culture where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to do their best work. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering meaningful connection across our teams. Through a remote‑first, flexible environment, we prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing and belonging so individuals and teams can collaborate to thrive. Together, we’re shaping a new era of secure, innovative solutions for the clients and communities we serve. Learn more about what it’s like to work at Velera. Pay Equity $60,500.00 - $77,100.00 Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Great Work/Life Benefits! Competitive wages Medical with telemedicine Dental and Vision Basic and Optional Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Maternity, Parental, Family Care Community Volunteer Time Off 12 Paid Holidays Company Paid Disability Insurance 401k (with employer match) Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Supplemental Insurance Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition Reimbursement Wellness program Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following  "EEO is the Law" Poster . Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.