M&A Investment and Innovation Strategy Manager

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BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers.

About the job:

As a Manager in BBVA’s Strategy and M&A team, you will play a key role in driving the bank's strategic initiatives, investments, and partnerships . You will lead high-impact strategic assessments, manage M&A and fund investment activities, and foster connections with the innovation ecosystem, including startups, investment funds, and strategic partners. The role combines rigorous financial analysis with market intelligence and ecosystem engagement to support BBVA’s innovation and growth agenda.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Innovation Scouting : Identify and assess fintech startups, emerging technologies, and scalable business models that align with the bank's innovation and growth strategy
• Thought Leadership : Collaborate with internal stakeholders to interpret trends in AI, data-driven finance, embedded banking, and digital assets
• Partnership Development : Cultivate and leverage a robust network in the innovation ecosystem (VCs, accelerators, startup founders, tech hubs) to source opportunities and strategic insights
• Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with product, digital, and strategy teams to integrate external innovations into internal capabilities
• Investment Analysis & Execution : Conduct due diligence, financial modeling, and risk assessment on equity and fund investment opportunities, with a focus on high-growth
• Drive the project management and coordination of internal and external teams, ensuring successful execution of M&A projects and strategic assessments

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science or a related field. MBA, CFA, or postgraduate studies are a plus

Experience: 5+ years of experience in equity investments or investment funds or strategy functions, ideally in financial services

Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of financial analysis , valuation techniques, and strategic business evaluation
• Strategic mindset and strong accountability
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Exposure to startups, venture capital, or entrepreneurship—either directly or through a strategic/investment lens
• Solid grasp of technology trends, AI, and digital business models in banking and financial services
• Strong professional network in the innovation and fintech ecosystem in Spain or Europe

Travel: Occasional domestic and international travel is required

What We Offer at BBVA

As a global financial group present in over 25 countries, BBVA is committed to innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth. We are pioneers in digital banking and sustainable finance, and we place people—customers, employees, and society—at the heart of everything we do.

Working at BBVA means:

• Being part of a global leader in digital transformation
• A strong focus on sustainability and impact investing
• Access to a dynamic ecosystem of startups, investors, and tech partners
• Opportunities for global mobility and collaboration across a network of innovation centers
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Continuous learning, and a diverse, inclusive culture that values fresh ideas and bold thinking.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $180,000 to $205,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

• Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions

Legal requirements

It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement

The contractor 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 contractor's legal duty to furnish information (41 C.F.R. 60-1.35 (c)).

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