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We’ve built an inclusive, flexible, and candid culture where you’re empowered to grow, take smart risks, and be unapologetically yourself (cape optional). Whether remote or in-office, we support how you thrive best. We invest in your well-being, development, and ability to make an impact because when one Nerd levels up, we all do.\nAs a Marketing Operations Associate, you’ll own the operational and administrative work that supports NerdWallet’s Student Loans business. 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Validate inbound traffic-partner invoices, approve or deny invoices as appropriate, follow up on discrepancies, submit partner requisitions, audit lender-side invoices, and surface issues to marketing leadership.\n\nMaintain payout rates and revenue terms in internal administrative systems to support accurate reporting, bidding systems, partner reconciliation, and internal tracking.\n\nManage the partner contract pipeline in Ironclad, tracking contracts through each workflow stage, identifying next steps, and following up with internal and external stakeholders to keep onboarding and renewals moving.\n\nCoordinate across lenders, traffic partners, Finance, Marketing, and internal teams to keep operational work moving from start to finish.\n\nYour experience:\nApproximately 0-3 years of relevant experience preferred; candidates with additional experience will also be considered. 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No matter where you are based, NerdWallet offers benefits and perks to support the physical, financial, and emotional well being of you and your family.\n\nWhat we offer:\nWork Hard, Stay Balanced (Life’s a series of balancing acts, eh?)\nIndustry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents\n\nRejuvenation Policy - Flexible Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + holiday company shutdown\n\nNew Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care\n\nMental health support\n\nPaid sabbatical after 5 years for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge, and pursue their interests\n\nHealth and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution\n\nMonthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend (Only remote Nerds are eligible for the Wifi Stipend)\n\nWork from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy (Only remote Nerds are eligible for these stipends)\n\nHave Some Fun! 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