Job Description:

Role Summary/Purpose:

The VP, Strategic Initiatives – Synchrony Bank is an exciting new role that will report to the SVP, Strategic Initiatives - Consumer Bank. This role will play a critical role in overseeing and managing complex projects for the Consumer Bank. You will be responsible for ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects while maintaining a focus on quality, budget, and timeline. If you are a results-driven individual with a passion for project management in the financial services sector, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team.

We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. You have the option to be remote, and work from home, or come into one of our offices. You may be occasionally requested to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and culture events.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, goals, deliverables, and resource requirements.

• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure effective project execution.

• Monitor and track project progress, identifying and addressing potential risks and issues.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including finance, IT, and business units, to gather project requirements and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

• Communicate project updates and status reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and addressing concerns.

• Manage project budgets, ensuring financial objectives are met.

• Allocate and optimize resources effectively to achieve project goals.

• Identify and assess project risks, developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.

• Proactively manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs.

• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 7 years of work experience in financial services, or in lieu of a degree, 11 years of experience leading cross-functional teams in the consumer banking industry.

• At least 5 years of experience in Consumer Banking

• Minimum of 5 years project management managing multiple programs/projects simultaneously. Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP) are a plus.

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in the financial services industry, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.

• Ability to think strategically and evaluate opportunities; identify innovative enhancements to products, tools and technology and effectively build the case for support and plans for execution.

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Proficient in project management tools and methodologies.

• Strong quantitative skills with experience creating data-driven recommendations.

• Project management skills with ability to manage multiple programs through a team-based approach in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with exceptional presentation skills and high emotional intelligence

• Comfort working with and presenting to senior executives across the organization.

Grade/Level: 13

The salary range for this position is 130,000.00 - 210,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.

Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.

Eligibility Requirements:

• You must be 18 years or older

• You must have a high school diploma or equivalent

• You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process

• You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

• New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Commitment:

When you join us, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard—but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+, with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.

This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice:

• Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

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