Principal People Strategy & Program Manager

About the role

Were looking for a Principal People Strategy & Program Manager to drive the execution of high-impact cross-functional initiatives that advance the People Teams strategic priorities and broader enterprise goals. Reporting to the Director Head of People Strategy & Programs this role is critical in turning strategy into actioncombining structured planning disciplined execution analytical insight and creative problem-solving.

This individual will operate at the intersection of strategy and operations with the ability to connect vision to execution conduct data-driven analyses and influence stakeholders across a matrixed organization. Success in this role requires strong strategic thinking comfort with data and ambiguity a collaborative mindset and the ability to adapt to evolving team and company culture.

This is a high-visibility high-impact individual contributor role ideal for someone who listens first builds trust-based relationships and takes initiative to lead through influence rather than authority.

The base salary offered for this role and level of experience will begin at $150000.00 and up to $208000.00. Full-time employees are also eligible for a bonus competitive equity package and benefits. The actual base salary offered may be higher depending on your location skills qualifications and experience.

In this role you can expect to

• Execution: Lead and execute complex cross-functional initiatives that directly support the People Teams most important strategic goals. Connect the dots across teams identify risks and dependencies and help translate strategy into clear actionable work.
• Strategy & Analysis: Partner closely with leaders to define problems structure initiatives and conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to inform decisions. Use data to uncover insights identify trends and measure impact.
• Program & Project Management: Own end-to-end planning and delivery of strategic programs. Create detailed project plans establish governance routines monitor progress and ensure accountability across workstreams.
• Problem Solving & Agility: Bring a scrappy solutions-oriented mindset to ambiguous challenges. Proactively identify obstacles adapt plans and guide teams through uncertainty to outcomes.
• Operational Rhythm & Governance: Support the development and facilitation of operating cadences such as quarterly planning strategy reviews and leadership team check-ins.
• Stakeholder Partnership: Build trusted relationships across People Team leaders and cross-functional partners (e.g. Finance Tech Legal). Align on priorities clarify ownership and foster collaboration.
• Change Management & Communications: Co-create thoughtful communication and change enablement strategies that support initiative success team alignment and adoption.
• Cultural Integration: Actively listen and adapt to the evolving needs and culture of the organization. Balance strategic rigor with empathy and understanding of Chimes values and ways of working.

To thrive in this role you have

• Experience: 610 years in strategy operations consulting or program management in a fast-paced matrixed environment.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent time management and prioritization skills; able to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences and influence at all levels.
• Relationship Building: Skilled at listening building rapport and cultivating strong partnerships across teams.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to zoom out to see the big picture while quickly connecting it to actionable execution.
• Comfort with Ambiguity: Confident navigating change and bringing structure to open-ended problems.
• Project Leadership: Proven track record of independently managing complex cross-functional projects from concept to completion.
• Problem Solving: Strong ability to structure problems identify root causes and recommend solutions.
• Data & Analytical Skills: Comfort working with data to conduct analyses synthesize insights and make strategic recommendations.
• People Function Knowledge: Experience working with or supporting People-related functions (e.g. HR Org Design Talent) required.

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A little about us

At Chime we believe that everyone can achieve financial progress. We created Chimea financial technology company not a bank*on the premise that core banking services should be helpful easy and free. Through our user-friendly tools and intuitive platforms we empower our members to take control of their finances and work towards their goals. Whether its starting a savings account purchasing a first car or home launching a business or pursuing higher education were proud to have helped millions unlock their financial potential.

Were a team of problem solvers dreamers and builders with one shared obsession: our members. From day one Chimers have worked tirelessly to out-hustle and out-execute competitors to bring our mission to life. Their grit and determination inspire us to work harder every day to deliver the very best experience possible. We each bring an owners mindset to our work refusing to be outdone and holding ourselves accountable to meet and exceed the highest bars for our teams our company and our members.

We believe in being bold dreaming big and taking risks while also working together embracing our diverse perspectives and giving each other honest feedback. Our culture remains deeply entrepreneurial encouraging every Chimer to see themselves as stewards of our mission to help everyday Americans unlock their financial progress.

We know that to achieve our mission we must earn and keep peoples trustso we hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity in everything we do. These arent just words on a wallour values are embedded in every aspect of our business serving as a north star that guides us as we work to help millions achieve their financial potential.

Because if we dontwho will

*Chime is a financial technology company not a bank. Banking services provided by The Bancorp Bank N.A. or Stride Bank N.A. Members FDIC.

What we offer for our full-time regular employees

• Our in-office work policy is designed to keep you connected - with four days a week in the office and Fridays from home for those near one of our offices plus team and company-wide events depending on location. Whether youre coming in regularly or are part of our fully remote program youll stay engaged with your work and teammates.
• In-office perks including backup child elder and/or pet care plus a subsidized commuter benefit to support your regular commute
• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401k match plus great medical dental vision life and disability benefits
• Generous vacation policy and company-wide Chime Days bonus company-wide paid days off
• 1% of your time off to support local community organizations of your choice
• Annual wellness stipend to use towards eligible wellness related expenses
• Up to 24 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 12 weeks of paid parental leave for non-birthing parents
• Access to Maven a family planning tool with $15k lifetime reimbursement for egg freezing fertility treatments adoption and more.
• In-person and virtual events to connect with your fellow Chimersthink cooking classes guided meditations music festivals mixology classes paint nights etc. and delicious snack boxes too!
• A challenging and fulfilling opportunity to join one of the most experienced teams in FinTech and help millions unlock financial progress

We know that great work cant be done without a diverse team and inclusive environment. Thats why we specifically look for individuals of varying strengths skills backgrounds and ideas to join our team. We believe this gives us a competitive advantage to better serve our members and helps us all grow as Chimers and individuals.

Chime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity age marital or family status disability genetic information veteran status or any other legally protected basis under provincial federal state and local laws regulations or ordinances. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Cook County Ordinance NYC Fair Chance Act and the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and consistent with Canadian provincial and federal laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during any stage of the application process please contact: .

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