The Associate Consultant role within the Mastercard Launch Program 2025 offers an 18-month global development opportunity for recent graduates. Participants will enhance their professional skills while contributing to Mastercard’s mission of creating an inclusive digital economy. This program emphasizes safe, simple, and accessible transactions, leveraging secure data and partnerships to empower individuals and organizations.
The Mastercard Launch Program is designed to foster professional growth and skill enhancement in a global context. Trainees will engage with various services within Mastercard, focusing on customer acquisition, risk management, and the improvement of digital payment experiences.
As an Associate Consultant, participants will:
- Collaborate within small teams to address strategic challenges faced by major brands.
- Take ownership of deliverables and develop external relationships with clients.
- Gain exposure to diverse industries, including financial services, retail, and hospitality.
- Engage in one of three specialized career tracks: Strategy & Transformation, Performance Analytics, or Marketing.
Track Responsibilities:
- Strategy & Transformation: Assist clients in navigating strategic and operational challenges, focusing on product development, marketing, and innovation.
- Performance Analytics: Utilize quantitative skills and data analysis tools to provide data-driven consulting solutions, including trend analysis and data visualization.
- Marketing: Develop and implement marketing strategies while leveraging behavioral and transactional data to drive client performance.
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Availability to start on 3rd March 2025.
- Be a final year Master's or undergraduate student, or have graduated no earlier than June 2024.
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving abilities, as well as strategic aptitude.
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively. - Must be a citizen of South Africa.
In your cover letter, please indicate your preferred career track, as this will assist in matching you to suitable projects. Track placement will primarily determine your project assignments, though opportunities for cross-track collaboration will be encouraged.
The Mastercard Launch Program provides participants with the opportunity to develop essential skills, engage with industry leaders, and contribute to impactful projects. Participants will benefit from extensive training and mentorship, significantly enhancing their career prospects.
Interested candidates should apply through the official Mastercard recruitment portal. Additionally, to experience what it's like to work as a Consultant at Mastercard, candidates are encouraged to participate in the job simulation.
All individuals involved with Mastercard must adhere to the organization's security policies and practices. This includes ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of accessed information, reporting any suspected violations, and completing mandatory security training as per Mastercard's guidelines.
