At Nubank, we believe in challenging the status quo—not just in how we revolutionize the financial industry, but also in how we approach career growth. Growth opportunities at Nu aren’t limited to climbing the corporate ladder or switching roles. Instead, they’re about exploring how the same role can evolve when applied to different contexts and business structures (or Business Units, BUs, as we call them at Nu). 

This flexibility is a cornerstone of our culture, empowering Nubankers to thrive in dynamic environments while staying true to their expertise.

For us, internal mobility is a reflection of our core values. We offer flexible work conditions that allow Nubankers to adapt their roles to new challenges, challenge the status quo by redefining what career growth looks like, and provide recognition for performance as they expand their impact across the company.

In this article, we’ll explore how Nubankers can continue in the same role but in different scenarios, and how our company culture supports this process of adaptation and continuous growth.

The value of internal mobility without losing the identity of the role

At Nubank, the flexibility to perform the same role, but in different areas or business units, offers professionals the chance to take on new challenges without needing a radical change in their career path. Rather than seeking new roles or positions, Nubankers can continue developing their skills in the same area but in new and dynamic contexts.

For example, a Product Manager (PM) can work in different segments of our financial products and still apply the same leadership, adaptability, and innovation skills. The change here is not in the role, but in the environment and business structure. This approach allows Nubankers to reimagine how their expertise can drive impact in new ways.

This internal mobility provides a strategic advantage: the possibility to increase impact on the business by contributing to different goals, targets, and needs, depending on the business unit in which they are involved. This way, Nubankers stay in the role they already master, but always with the opportunity to reinvent themselves and broaden their view of what’s possible within the company.

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How Nubank’s culture supports this adaptation process

At Nubank, we understand that each role plays a crucial part in creating the impact we want to make in the financial market. For us, adapting to new business structures is not just about learning new tools or processes, but also about maintaining focus on the same principles that define our culture: ownership, impact, and memorable experiences.

When a Nubanker moves to another BU, they continue to be the protagonist of their journey, with complete freedom to explore new ways of adding value to the company and its customers. The company, in turn, provides the necessary support for this adaptation, whether through mentorship, training programs, or the constant exchange of knowledge between different teams.

Our flexible work conditions ensure that Nubankers can seamlessly transition between BUs, while our culture of recognition for performance celebrates the contributions they make in each new context. By understanding how different areas of the company operate, Nubankers are better prepared to anticipate challenges and identify new growth opportunities.

Internal rotation program: a strategic opportunity

One of the most structured ways to explore internal mobility at Nubank is through the Internal Rotation Program, launched in 2022. This program aims to promote the exchange of Business Analysts (BAs) across areas, allowing them to expand their impact and develop new skills.

In 2023, for example, 31 BAs participated in this rotation, taking their knowledge beyond their original context and gaining new perspectives on the company’s processes and challenges.

For BAs, the program offers several benefits, including:

  • Ownership of their career: BAs can choose which area they want to work in, taking control of their career paths.
  • Skill development: each area of work may require different knowledge, allowing BAs to develop a diverse skill set.
  • Expanded impact: the rotation offers BAs the opportunity to go further in developing their skills and the impact they have on the organization.

In addition to the benefits for analysts, the program also brings advantages to teams and the company, such as:

  • Disruptive ideas: the arrival of BAs from different areas brings fresh ideas and new energy.
  • Knowledge sharing: the program fosters the exchange of knowledge between different teams and business units.
  • Talent retention: rotation is a strategy to keep top talent within the company by offering a constant growth environment.

Testimonials: The impact of internal mobility on a Nubanker’s career

We selected two Business Analysts who made internal transitions to share their experiences.

Making an internal transition allowed me to gain a broader view of the business and understand how different areas connect. I developed the ability to adapt quickly, which made me more confident to take on new challenges. The knowledge exchange with colleagues from different areas was transformative.

Flávia Trovão, Loans BA

Having the option to make an internal transition at Nu was a major step in my professional development. I had the chance to work with new people, expand my network, and study new tools. The experience of being in different areas allowed me to learn how teams organize themselves and adapt the work model to my style.

Lara Bastos, InvOps BA

Next steps: how to keep exploring new possibilities within the same role

If you want to grow within Nubank without changing your role, such as continuing to work as a Software Engineer, exploring new contexts and business structures can be an enriching strategy. The first step is to identify where you can make the greatest impact. To do this, it’s essential to engage with leaders from other areas, leverage the tools provided by Nubank, and understand how different Business Units (BUs) can contribute to your professional development. These actions can open doors to new opportunities and boost your career trajectory within the company.

At Nubank, we believe in flexible work conditions that empower you to shape your career on your terms, in challenging the status quo to redefine what’s possible, and in recognizing performance as you expand your impact. A career journey at Nubank is made up of both small and big steps. Even if the position doesn’t change, the environment and opportunities within the company are what truly make each journey unique and transformative.

At Nubank, we’re not just redefining financial services—we’re building a new way to grow, learn, and thrive. And it all starts with those who make the extraordinary happen here.

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