Strategy & Transformation Analyst

Job Description

CIB Strategy Analyst | BBVA

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at BBVA, likely located in Spain (Madrid). BBVA is a prominent global financial institution with a rich history spanning over 160 years, operating in more than 25 countries and serving over 80 million customers worldwide. This CIB Strategy Analyst role is instrumental in the Commercial & Investment Banking division, supporting the achievement of its strategic goals, facilitating key decision-making for leadership, and driving major transformation initiatives across various products and geographies for greater scale and efficiency.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person – Spain (Madrid)

• Team: CIB operates as a global business across multiple geographies, products, and client segments.
• Mission: Support the achievement of CIB’s strategic goals by maintaining a comprehensive view of initiatives across regions and business lines.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Strategic Project Management: Participate actively in the definition and execution of strategic projects for CIB, ensuring that these initiatives are fully aligned with the broader BBVA Group and RCP goals.
• Business Transformation: Lead and drive major transformation initiatives across various products and geographical regions within CIB, with the ultimate objective of achieving greater operational scale and effectiveness.
• Leadership Advisory: Provide critical support to CIB leadership by facilitating key decision-making processes and assisting top management with comprehensive strategic presentations and in-depth market analyses.
• Global Strategy Implementation: Promote and coordinate the consistent execution of CIB’s overall strategy, requiring a comprehensive and integrated view of initiatives being developed across different geographies, products, and client segments to help the business meet its defined objectives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Sciences, or a closely related field. This role is designed for an entry-to-mid-level professional with foundational experience in strategy.
• Experience: At least 1 year of professional experience in strategy and/or business development is required. Candidates should have proven experience operating in cross-functional, multidisciplinary environments, demonstrating exposure to senior stakeholders across different geographies.
• Skills: Exceptional communication skills are essential, alongside strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, all applied with a structured and data-driven approach. Fluency in both English and Spanish is a core requirement (minimum C1 proficiency; C2 preferred). The role also demands a robust ability to manage complexity, navigate ambiguity, and meet tight deadlines effectively while consistently maintaining a strategic focus.
• Bonus: An MBA or a relevant postgraduate degree is preferred. Knowledge of the Commercial & Investment Banking (CIB) sector is a significant advantage. A collaborative mindset with a focus on high performance, continuous improvement, and a high level of motivation are highly valued, alongside the ability to operate effectively in complex environments. Strong qualities in Client Orientation, Empathy, Ethics, Innovation, and Proactive Thinking are also sought.