Job Description

Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years, Nelnet has been serving its customers, associates, and communities.

The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team, you're part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work, as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live, learn, and work.

The Reporting & Analytics Project Manager independently drives projects that deliver measurable value across reporting, analytics, and business intelligence for our investment operations, working closely with a Senior Project Manager, analysts, and cross-functional partners. The ideal candidate is a confident communicator who can build strong stakeholder relationships, stays genuinely curious beyond the day-to-day ask, and can translate complex information into insight that resonates with executive audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Independently lead reporting and analytics projects, proactively identifying risks, gaps, and next steps rather than waiting for direction.
• Project Planning & Execution: Plan, sequence, and track projects, timelines, and cross-functional workstreams in a role where structure and process are still being established.
• Cross-Functional Initiatives: Contribute to larger, cross-functional initiatives, taking ownership of specific workstreams and driving them to closure.
• Deal Onboarding: Assist with onboarding new deals, ensuring data, reporting templates, and performance metrics are properly established and clearly documented.
• Process and Documentation: Establish and refine processes and documentation to bring consistency and structure to a team whose practices are still taking shape.
• Stakeholder Partnership: Partner with Finance, IT/Data Engineering, and Investment teams; ask clarifying questions, surface risks early, and advocate for what a project needs to stay on track.
• Status Communication: Communicate project status, decisions needed, and business value clearly to stakeholders at all levels, including senior and executive leadership.

Annual compensation range for this role is $60,000-$90,000

This position offers a hybrid work option. Nelnet values flexibility and understands the importance of work-life integration. Our hybrid work environment allows associates living within 30 miles of an office location to work remotely for part of the week, while also fostering collaboration and team connection through in-office presence three days per week.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, finance, economics, data analytics, or a related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant project management experience will also be considered.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 4-6 years years of project management experience, with a demonstrated ability to structure and manage work independently in ambiguous or evolving environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build trust across Finance, IT/Data Engineering, and Investment teams and translate detail into decision-ready insight for stakeholders at every level, including senior leadership.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Demonstrated self-starter: able to operate with minimal structure and define next steps independently.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Working familiarity with tools such as Excel, SQL, Snowflake, Power BI, or similar data tools, along with proficiency in AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude to accelerate documentation, status reporting, and process drafting.
• Ability to work independently or collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Helpful Skills and Experience

• Prior experience in structured finance, capital markets, reporting/analytics, or project management within financial services.
• Genuinely curious mindset, with a habit of asking questions and exploring ideas beyond what's strictly required for the task.
• Eagerness to learn structured finance concepts, asset-backed securities, and investment performance metrics.
• Desire to continually grow and develop project management and data analytics expertise.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: Benefits & Perks - Nelnet Inc

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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