Principal Business Planning, Strat & Supp Consult

First Citizens Bank; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

First Citizens Bank is seeking a Chief of Staff to the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) in Raleigh. This hybrid role partners with Compliance leadership to translate the CCO’s priorities into actionable plans, guiding execution and alignment across teams.

The position emphasizes leadership, project management and strategic communication. The successful candidate will manage special projects, contribute to budgeting and resource planning, and drive initiatives that improve effectiveness and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 10+ years in Business Strategy, Project Planning, and Financial Services preferred.
• Experience in Compliance and/or Risk, Finance, and Project Management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to translate strategic priorities into actionable initiatives and drive execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop, communicate and execute the Compliance team’s strategic priorities and operating model.
• Lead special projects and coordinate leadership team meetings.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and resource management for the Compliance organization.
• Create presentations and communications on priorities and status of initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent

Job description

Overview

The ideal candidate will work hybrid in our Raleigh office, will consider fully remote for a highly qualified candidate.

At First Citizens Bank, we believe meaningful careers are built through meaningful relationships. For more than 125 years, we've supported our clients, communities and colleagues through a culture rooted in connection, collaboration and long-term success.

This role acts as a chief of staff to the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) and serves as a strategic advisor and operational partner to the CCO, helping lead the effectiveness, execution and overall management of the Bank’s Compliance function. This position is responsible for translating the CCO’s strategic priorities into actionable initiatives, ensuring alignment across Compliance teams and stakeholders, driving accountability and successful delivery.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Duties & Responsibilities:

Compliance Strategy & Execution - Partners with the CCO and Compliance leadership to develop, communicate and execute the Compliance team’s strategic priorities and operating model. Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans with performance measures. Supports development and refinement of Compliance’s operating model, structure and resource strategy.

Team Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness - Leads special projects, help manage team priorities, and facilitate effective communication and coordination among Compliance leadership and functional teams. Lead/coordinate Compliance leadership team meetings. Provides influence to foster change necessary to adopt new approaches and improve effectiveness and coordination of team.

Financial & Resource Management – Assist CCO and Compliance leadership with coordinating and managing budgeting, forecasting and expenses. Monitor budget performance, staffing, and resource allocation. Support workforce planning activities. Coordinate administrative activities associated with management of the Compliance organization.

Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives – Lead/coordinate special projects and strategic initiatives. Develop presentations and communications regarding priorities, operating models and status of initiatives.

Qualifications:

Minimum Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree and 10 years' experience OR High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent and 14 years' experience in Business Strategy, Project Planning, and Financial Services industry

Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Area of Experience: Compliance and/or Risk experience, Finance, Project Management

Position Specific Skills:

• Program Implementation
• Internal Communications
• Continuous Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Builds Productive Relationships
• Risk Identification
• Project management skills
• Demonstrates Courage
• Maintains Strategic Perspective
• Problem solving
• Champions Change and Culture
• Drives for Results
• Strategic Thinking

Additional Information

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.

This job posting is expected to remain active for 7 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.

The base pay for this position is generally between $180,000 and $225,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.