Strategy Advisor/Consultant - Enterprise Strategy (Hybrid)

Company Description

At Fannie Mae, futures are made. The inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing industry while being part of an inclusive team thriving in an energizing, flexible environment. Here, you will grow your career and help create access to fair, affordable housing finance.

Job Description

As a valued contributor to our team, you will advise team members on methods and processes for managing several projects and/or products to meet organizational goals. In this role, you will provide advanced analytical support to make decisions regarding resources, timing, scope, priorities, risks, and opportunities. You will develop processes to enhance coordination with other teams and ensure support of the portfolios.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE

The Strategy Advisor/Consultant role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:

• Clarify initiative strategic intent aligned to Enterprise Strategic Plan and gain stakeholder buy-in
• Refine vision and conduct strategic planning/ scoping and guide/ provide insight on designing and implementing a program or initiative.
• Design systematic and lean management approach through direct engagement with stakeholders. Review and analyze information collected by the team
• Lead initiative reporting and governance including management of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), fulfillment of governance requirements and reporting.
• Consult with senior management on defining the objectives of projects or products.
• Lead Portfolio planning and dependency management including management of PI planning and engagement with key stakeholders across business, capabilities, enablers, and other supporting groups.
• Monitor the maintenance and report on goals and processes for a program or initiative.
• Refine goals, guidelines, objectives, and timelines for program teams as needed.
• Oversee retrospectives and lessons learned; establish mechanism to clear blockers/address escalated risks leveraging Portfolio/Program ceremonies.
• Support synthesis of complex and disparate information into concise insights and recommendations for executive audiences.
• Support rollout and execution of initiative in alignment with roadmap and engagement with key partners.

Qualifications

THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Minimum Required Experiences:

• At least 6 years of relevant strategy and consulting experience
• Experience in reporting and governance (including management of OKRs and board reporting)
• Experience leading portfolio planning and dependency management (e.g., PI planning and engagement with key stakeholder across an organization)
• Experience providing business insight including advising, designing business models, interpreting customer and market insights, forecasting and benchmarking
• Excellent communication skills and experience working with and facilitating C-Suite level meetings and sessions
• Experience working with people with different functional expertise respectfully and cooperatively to work toward a common goal
• Experience in Operational Excellence
• Experience working in Enterprise Strategy or Digital Transformation or Enterprise Operating Model Strategy
• Experience with SAFe

Desired Experiences:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent; Master's Degree preferred
• SAFe Certification
• PMP Certification
• 8+ years of experience
• Experience using Microsoft Project
• Experience with tools such as Tableau, Jira, Excel, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Project

Additional Information

The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at careers.fanniemae.com.

Fannie Mae is primarily a hybrid company.  We embrace flexibility for our employees while providing office space for in-person work and collaboration.  This role is classified as Hybrid. If you speak with a Recruiter, they will provide you with more information about the definition of this classification.

Fannie Mae is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, personal appearance, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the application process, email us at careers_mailbox@fanniemae.co