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Solutions Consultant

Upstart · Remote · US

Base
$100K–$138K
OTE
Not disclosed
Posted
4d ago

Still open · checked 3h agoon Upstart's careers page

What Upstart sells

AI helps banks and credit unions lend

Borrowing money can be costly and confusing for everyday people, and banks and credit unions want to lend fairly without guessing. Upstart is an AI lending marketplace that works with those banks and credit unions. It uses technology to study each borrower and help make smarter lending decisions. That helps more people get affordable credit.

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The Braun Read

Ask hard questions

Too much is left unsaid. Make them answer before you invest.

Pay
Base is listed but not OTE. Ask what the variable is and how many people hit it.
Transparency
Says nothing about quota, attainment, deal size, territory or sales cycle.
Pipeline
Doesn't say where pipeline comes from. Ask.
Time on market
Open 3 days.
Company hiring
2 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace.

Based only on what the posting says. Flags are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

  1. 1.

    What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?

    OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.

  2. 2.

    What's the OTE, and what did the median rep earn last year?

    Base is what you're guaranteed. OTE and the median show the upside.

  3. 3.

    What's the annual quota, and how was it set?

    A quota built from real data is a target. Otherwise it's a hope.

  4. 4.

    Where does pipeline come from: inbound, SDRs, or me?

    Tells you how much of your week is prospecting versus selling.

  5. 5.

    How long is ramp, and what's the quota during it?

    Full quota on day one means you start behind.

  6. 6.

    Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?

    New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

  1. 1.

    Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?

    What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.

  2. 2.

    Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?

    The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.

  3. 3.

    I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?

    Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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The role

Drive adoption of bank and credit union lending partners onto Upstart's AI lending platform. You'll analyze deal economics, structure partnerships, and support new and existing partners.

Mixed

Selling motion

Mixed

Who you're selling to

Buyer:
Banks and credit unions (lending partners)In their words: “we partner with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit”
Industry:
Banking and credit unionsIn their words: “we partner with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit”

Pipeline expectations

Not stated in the posting.

Compensation

$100K–$138K base

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • OTE
  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Territory
  • Sales cycle length

The questions above cover the big ones.

Full posting
About Upstart At Upstart, we’re united by a mission that matters: to radically reduce the cost and complexity of borrowing for all Americans. Every day, we bring creativity, experimentation, and advanced AI to reshape access to credit, helping millions move forward financially with clarity and confidence. As the leading AI lending marketplace, we partner with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit through technology that’s both radically intelligent and deeply human. Our platform runs over one million predictions per borrower using more than 3,000 signals, powering smarter, fairer decisions for millions of customers. But the numbers only hint at the impact. Every idea, every voice, and every contribution moves us closer to a world where credit never stands between people and their financial progress. We’re proudly digital-first, giving most Upstarters the flexibility to do their best work from wherever they thrive, alongside teammates across 80+ cities in the US and Canada. Digital-first doesn’t mean distant. We’re intentional about in-person connection through team onsites, planning sessions, and moments that spark creativity and trust. And whether you choose to work primarily from home or collaborate in-person from one of our offices in Columbus, Austin, the Bay Area, or New York City, you’ll have the support to work in the way that works best for you. If you’re energized by tackling meaningful problems, excited to innovate with purpose, and motivated by work that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. The Team: The Solutions Consulting team is responsible for knowing the intimate details of all Upstart’s products and the associated economics. Members of this team must turn that knowledge into solutions and partnership models for prospective lending partners, able to simply explain and educate partners. As a Solutions Consultant at Upstart, you will drive adoption of lending partners to the Upstart platform. How you’ll make an impact - Function as a solutions consultant, translating ambiguous questions into structured analyses with proven ability to communicate complex analyses clearly and concisely to external stakeholders - Serve as the owner for deal-related analyses, supporting new and existing LP partnerships across all Upstart products - Analyze deal economics, performance tradeoffs, risk/return profiles, and product configurations across Upstart’s offering - Translate analytical findings into clear recommendations that inform deal structuring, pricing, and strategic decisions - Act as business partner to Capital Markets, Sales, Product, and Finance teams Minimum Qualifications - 4+ years of experience in solutions consulting, strategy, analytics or a related role - SQL/Python proficiency and comfort working directly with data - Ability to work with large datasets and perform rigorous quantitative analysis - Experience partnering with centralized analytics or data science teams. - Experience building dashboards or recurring reporting (e.g., Looker, Tableau, Mode, or similar tools) - Strong stakeholder management skills and comfort operating in cross-functional environments Preferred Qualifications - Experience in fintech, capital markets, lending, or financial products. - Experience with multiple lending products (Personal loans, Auto, Home lending) - Familiarity with deal economics, risk/return analysis, or portfolio analytics Position location This role is available in the following locations: Remote Travel requirements As a digital first company, the majority of your work can be accomplished remotely. The majority of our employees can live and work anywhere in the U.S but are expected to still spend high quality time in-person collaborating via regular onsites. The in-person sessions’ cadence varies depending on the team and role; most teams meet once or twice per quarter for 2-4 consecutive days at a time. #LI-REMOTE #LI-Associate At Upstart, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the below range. Your actual base pay will depend on your geographic location–with our “digital first” philosophy, Upstart uses compensation regions that vary depending on location. Individual pay is also determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. In addition, Upstart provides employees with target bonuses, equity compensation, and generous benefits packages (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k). United States | Remote - Anticipated Base Salary Range $99,800-$138,000 USD What you'll love At Upstart, our benefits for full-time employees are designed to support your health, financial well-being, family, and personal growth. Here’s what you can expect: - Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly - Retirement benefits to help you plan for the future, including a 401(k) or Group Retirement Savings Plan with a company match of $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 annually (USD in the US, CAD in Canada) - Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees (US only) - Comprehensive health coverage designed to support you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness resources for US and supplemental health coverage for Canada. - Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans (US only) - Income protection benefits, including life insurance and disability coverage for added financial security - Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays, in line with local requirements - Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments (duration varies by country) - Family-centered benefits to support fertility, parenthood, and caregiving needs - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources - Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service (US Only) - Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development, based on what matters most to you - Annual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work, no matter where you work from - Connection and community through team events, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs) - Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our offices in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City For roles based in Canada, please note that we are not currently able to hire in Quebec. Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Just as we are dedicated to improving access to affordable credit for all, we are committed to inclusive and fair hiring practices. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email candidate_accommodations@upstart.com https://www.upstart.com/candidate_privacy_policy
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