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Equifax · 1 day ago

Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives

St Louis, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

7+ years exp

Equifax is a leader in information solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives to drive the execution of their Operations Technology transformation. This role involves leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance company growth and efficiency while managing complex projects and influencing stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of critical strategic initiatives from inception through completion, ensuring alignment with overall company goals

Develop detailed project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, resource allocation, and success metrics

Drive and support financial planning ensuring rigorous budget adherence

Monitor project progress, identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery

Drive cross-functional collaboration, coordinating efforts across departments such as Product, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to achieve shared objectives

Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and internal data analysis to identify new opportunities and inform strategic decision-making

Develop compelling business cases, financial models, and presentations to secure buy-in from senior leadership and stakeholders

Provide strategic insights and recommendations to executive leadership on emerging trends, potential disruptions, and areas for innovation

Serve as a primary point of contact for strategic initiatives, fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, providing regular updates on initiative progress, challenges, and outcomes

Facilitate workshops, meetings, and presentations to align teams, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus

Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and process optimization within strategic initiatives and across the organization using AI/ML, hyper automation toolsets

Implement best practices in project management, change management, and continuous improvement

Establish frameworks and tools to track the impact and ROI of strategic initiatives focused on Operations technology transformation and cost optimization

Qualification

Strategic planningFinancial planningData analysisProject managementAgile methodologiesCross-functional collaborationLeadershipCommunication skillsMBAMaster's degreeAI/ML toolsData ManagementFintech background

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

7+ years of progressive experience in strategy, management consulting, program management, or a similar strategic role within a relevant industry, e.g., technology, finance, healthcare company

Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strong aptitude for quantitative analysis and data-driven decision-making

Superior communication (written and verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders

Strong leadership capabilities, including the ability to motivate teams, navigate ambiguity, and drive results in a dynamic environment

Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, Aha)

Demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate broad concepts into concrete action plans