First Horizon Bank · 1 day ago
Credit Card Rewards Strategist
First Horizon Bank is a leading regional financial services company dedicated to helping clients unlock their full potential. The Credit Card Rewards Strategist will shape and advance the rewards experience across the credit card portfolio, working closely with product managers to enhance customer loyalty and drive engagement through effective rewards programs.
BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesRisk Management
Responsibilities
Partner with Credit Card Product Managers to design, execute, and optimize rewards programs and targeted campaigns that drive spend, engagement, and retention
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for credit card rewards, loyalty mechanics, and redemption structures
Manage relationships with third-party rewards vendors, including program performance, economics, and operational execution
Collaborate with marketing, analytics, digital, finance, risk, operations, and technology teams to ensure rewards initiatives are aligned with product strategy and business objectives
Analyze rewards performance, customer behavior, and ROI to inform enhancements and future program design
Support the development of a cohesive, forward-looking rewards strategy across the credit card portfolio, balancing customer value, cost efficiency, and competitive positioning
Identify process friction points for associates and clients, build compelling business cases, define requirements, and advocate for enhancements that elevate the credit card rewards program and client satisfaction
Lead and support the rollout, testing, and ongoing management of new reward products, features, and compliance-driven changes
Resolve reward escalations in partnership with technology, operations, and product teams, employing root cause analysis and driving to sustainable solutions
Develop and refine metrics and control systems to assess reward trends, SLAs, and quality, ensuring risks are proactively identified and mitigated
Maintain documentation, contribute to training for associates, and facilitate knowledge sharing across relevant teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, or a related field. Equivalent work experience considered
5+ years of relevant experience in credit card operations, implementations, project management, or product support preferable in financial services
Strong understanding of card reward programs including: design, setup, financial, servicing and regulatory/compliance
Demonstrated ability to use data to substantiate arguments, prioritize issues, report KPIs, and measure outcomes
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and initiatives
High levels of initiative, sound judgment, and demonstrated tact in communication and conflict resolution
Ability to work independently and credibly across cross-functional teams, effectively engaging with associates at all levels and external partners
Proficiency with project management tools, data analysis applications, and Microsoft Office
Benefits
Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
HSA with company match
Maternity and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Mentor program
401(k) with 6% match
Company
First Horizon Bank
First Horizon Bank provides personal, business, and corporate banking, and private client services, to families and businesses.
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