Overview:
The Director, Corporate Strategy position provides expert guidance and direction in shaping the Bank's overall long-term strategy. This critical role is responsible for leading a team in developing and implementing strategic initiatives, collaborating with senior leadership to identify opportunities, conducting market research and analysis, and providing strategic recommendations to support key decision-making processes. This role will oversee the alignment of corporate goals and departmental strategies and ensure effective communication of strategic objectives throughout the organization.
 
This hybrid position will be located in Raleigh, NC, New York, NY or San Francisco, CA and candidates must live within a commutable distance of one of these office locations. 
 
The base pay for this position is relative to your experience. In New York, NY and San Francisco, CA, the range is generally $201,374 to $349,048 per year. This position is eligible for variable compensation, which may be in the form of incentive, bonus, or commission pay. First Citizens offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits program which you can review here: (url removed).
Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Leadership - Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and prioritize strategic initiatives that drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage. Conduct thorough market analysis, competitive assessments, and trend evaluations to inform strategic decision-making and identify new business opportunities.
Team Leadership - Oversee the development of the team. Provide guidance and direction to the team in developing comprehensive strategic plans and initiatives aligned with the company's vision and objectives.
Cross functional Collaboration & Communication - Partner closely with cross-functional teams and departmental leaders to ensure alignment of strategic priorities and initiatives with organizational goals. Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, providing insights, recommendations, and data-driven analyses to support key decision-making processes.
Performance Monitoring and Reporting - Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the progress and impact of strategic initiatives and alignment with organizational goals. Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience in Business Strategy or Management Consulting
 
OR High School Diploma or GED and 14 years of experience in Business Strategy or Management Consulting
Preferred Areas of Experience:
MBA or other advanced degree preferred
Experience working with large financial institutions and/or diversified banking experience including commercial and consumer banking strongly preferred
Proven presentation and oral communication skills
Experience leading project and/or consulting teams
Advanced Excel skills
Advanced PowerPoint skills