Department: Strategy
Reports To: VP CEOs office
Summary: This is a critical leadership role responsible for shaping the organizations future by developing communicating executing and sustaining strategic initiatives. This highly visible individual will partner closely with senior leadership to define and articulate the companys longterm vision proactively identify and capitalize on growth opportunities and ensure seamless alignment of all departments with overarching strategic objectives. The incumbent will spearhead complex strategic projects conduct indepth market analysis and deliver actionable recommendations that enhance the companys competitive position drive innovation and achieve sustainable growth.
Strategic Planning & Development:
Conduct comprehensive market research competitive analysis and industry trend assessments incorporating both quantitative and qualitative data to identify emerging growth opportunities potential risks and key success factors.
Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the companys internal capabilities strengths weaknesses and resources including human capital technology and operational infrastructure to inform strategic decisionmaking.
Formulate and articulate strategic options considering various scenarios and potential outcomes and present clear concise recommendations to senior leadership.
Drive the of strategic initiatives working collaboratively and crossfunctionally with diverse departments (e.g. operations marketing sales finance) to ensure alignment effective implementation and seamless integration with existing business processes.
Develop detailed project plans timelines and budgets for strategic projects employing project management best practices to monitor progress mitigate risks and ensure timely and costeffective completion.
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of strategic initiatives providing regular progress reports to senior leadership and making datadriven adjustments as needed to optimize outcomes.
Identify and proactively address any obstacles or challenges that may hinder the successful implementation of the strategic plan developing creative solutions and contingency plans to ensure objectives are met.
Leadership & Communication:
Communicate the companys strategic vision and objectives effectively and persuasively to all levels of the organization fostering a shared understanding alignment and commitment and inspiring a sense of purpose and direction.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including CXOs and external partners (e.g. investors customers industry analysts) serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner.
Provide strategic guidance and support to business units and functional departments acting as a subject matter expert and facilitating collaboration to ensure alignment with overall company strategy and promote a culture of strategic thinking
Qualifications:
Masters degree in Business Administration Economics or a related field
Minimum of 810 years of progressive experience in strategy development and with a proven track record of significant achievements and increasing responsibility.
Experience in a toptier management consulting firm and/or fintech is highly desirable with demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing complex business strategies.
Deep understanding of business principles financial analysis and market dynamics with the ability to quickly grasp complex issues and formulate effective solutions.
Exceptional analytical problemsolving and critical thinking skills with a strong ability to structure complex problems synthesize information and draw meaningful conclusions.
Outstanding communication presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences including senior executives.
Proven ability to lead influence and motivate crossfunctional teams building consensus and driving change in a complex organizational environment.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fastpaced dynamic and resultsoriented environment with a strong sense of urgency and a commitment to excellence.