Strategic Insights and Initiatives Lead - Corporate Strategy

Job Summary

The Strategic Insights and Initiatives Lead will be responsible for delivering strategic insights that inform decision-making processes within the organization. This role involves conducting market analyses, developing performance metrics, and supporting cross-functional initiatives to drive strategic progress and facilitate engagement with key stakeholders. The position aims to enhance the Bank's competitive edge by identifying trends, opportunities, and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Insights:

  • Conduct market analysis, competitor research, and internal assessments to inform strategy development and strategic decisions.
  • Identify key trends, opportunities, and challenges impacting the Bank's business.

• Performance Metrics and Monitoring:

  • Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure strategic progress.
  • Analyze data and provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.

• Initiative Support:

  • Lead select initiatives in large cross-functional strategic projects under the oversight of the Strategy Lead.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives forward.
  • Provide project management support to ensure timely and effective delivery, including tracking actual timelines versus planned timelines and identifying course correction actions.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Support the Strategy Lead in presenting strategic updates to senior leadership.
  • Prepare updates for presenting to senior management and the Board on the progress of key strategic initiatives; assist in mid and full-year reviews of the strategy.

• Strategic Risk Management and Governance:

  • Track and report on Strategic Risk to the Enterprise Risk Management Committee.
  • Support management of governance, compliance, and internal audit issues for the Strategy & Transformation unit.

• Thought Leadership:

  • Draft thought leadership pieces on key topics in the financial services sector for internal consumption, collaborating with other Strategy team members.

Qualifications

• Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
  • Master’s Degree in Business Administration or Finance preferred.

• Experience:

  • 6+ years of experience in strategy development, management consulting, or banking.

• Skills:

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
  • Experience with strategy execution and program management.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of financial services industry trends and challenges.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools and methodologies.

Experience

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in strategy development, management consulting, or banking required.

Environment

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Salary

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Growth Opportunities

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Benefits

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