BECU · 10 hours ago
Enterprise Strategy Director
BECU is a financial institution dedicated to improving its members' financial well-being through a people-first approach. The Enterprise Strategy Director will lead high-impact strategic initiatives, engage with senior leadership, and drive the development of the organization's strategic planning cycles.
Responsibilities
Drive High-Impact Strategy Projects: Partner across the organization on enterprise-wide initiatives like AI strategy, retail/branch strategy, and long-term growth planning
CEO and Board Engagement: Partner closely with EMT and CEO to communicate key aspects of BECU strategy and story to the Board of Directors
Support Executive Decision-Making: Design and lead Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs) and strategic sessions with the CEO and Executive Management Team (EMT), delivering clear, data-informed recommendations
Lead Enterprise Planning: Own the development and execution of our enterprise strategic planning cycles — including 5-year strategic planning and annual planning
Deliver Executive Storytelling: Use your deep PowerPoint skills to craft visual narratives that help senior leaders make confident, informed decisions
Act as a Thought Partner: Serve as a trusted internal consultant, helping business leaders frame problems, structure solutions, and move strategic ideas into action
Lead and Influence Across Functions: Build alignment with cross-functional partners, guide them through complex challenges, and keep key initiatives moving forward
Work Independently, Lead Confidently: This is a high-trust, high-autonomy environment. You’ll have support — but you’ll be expected to lead your work, drive results, and bring others with you
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent experience required
Minimum 10 years of experience in strategy development and/or strategic planning, including the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategy, operate independently, and influence executive leaders
Deep relationship-building skills and experience partnering with business and functional leaders
Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills — with the ability to structure ambiguity and move complex projects forward
Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Proven PowerPoint and visual storytelling skills for executive audiences
Preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Experience in financial services
Experience in strategy consulting at the EM / PL level or above OR a strategy role in a financial institution at the Director-level or above
Benefits
401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
PTO Program + Exchange Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match
Company
BECU
As a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, BECU is guided by the credit union philosophy of “people helping people.” In fact, putting people over profit guides our everyday business decisions.
Funding
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