Chief of Staff and Senior Manager of Business Strategy

Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the VP of Financial Risk Management, this role will handle very critical, high-exposure, and time-sensitive information. Regular meetings, updates and interactions with the VP are expected and critical to success in this role.

As Chief of Staff and Senior Manager, you will provide and coordinate support to leadership on strategic business initiatives including planning, prioritization, and project execution. You will lead and develop a small team of direct reports to address pressing business issues.  In addition to coaching and developing your own team, you will need to be able to identify, manage, and escalate risk, and effectively manage risk within the project teams you oversee.

 

How You’ll Do It

• Provides logistical support and leadership for many of the activities intended to set strategic direction and maintain alignment within the business.
• Participates in business unit scorecard and process reviews.
• Provides overall direction and support to the leadership team in defining, prioritizing, pursuing, and monitoring major initiatives.
• Manages and interprets data on business performance. Monitors and optimizes business performance.
• Coach leaders on leveraging tools to instill a culture of problem solving, and continuous improvement. 
• Leads strategy development teams in addressing pressing business issues.

 

Qualifications You’ll Need

The Basics

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing or Communications
• 6+ years of experience in Finance, Marketing, Operations or general business management, or related experience
• In lieu of Bachelor’s degree, 8+ years of experience in Finance, Marketing, Operations or general business management, or related experience

 

Bonus Points If You Have

• Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing or Communications
• 8+ years of experience in Finance, Marketing, Operations or general business management, or related experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Six Sigma certifications
• Strong presentation and reporting experience
• Ability to partner across organizational levels and functions
• GRC Software experience a plus  

Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Dec-26-2023. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $103,000.00 to $174,200.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

• Recognition Program

• Education Assistance

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Support Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at MyDiscoverBenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.

Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or ot