Process Design Consultant I

Bank of America Corporation; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America in the United States is seeking a Process Design Consultant I to join Global Operations. You will help manage and improve the Single Process Inventory by blending portfolio management, process design and data analysis.

You will analyze data, build dashboards and executive-ready presentations, frame business questions, identify data sources, and collaborate with Process Owners to drive improvements and governance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in process design or management, portfolio/program/project management, business or data analysis.
• Data literacy: define questions, locate data, evaluate quality, and draw evidence-based conclusions.
• Experience translating data insights into actionable process improvements.
• Proficient in Excel and skilled in PowerPoint and Word.
• Experience developing metrics, scorecards, dashboards or executive reporting.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written, verbal and visual communication for executive audiences.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Sound judgment with handling sensitive information and data quality controls.

Responsibilities

• Analyze SPI, POP data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Frame business questions, source data, assess quality, and apply fit-for-purpose analytical tools.
• Provide executive-ready analyses, dashboards and recommendations under tight deadlines.
• Govern SPI changes and deliverables in partnership with Process Engineers.
• Support process maturity assessments and targeted redesign efforts.
• Administer PPM portfolio routines: intake, prioritization, status reporting.
• Deliver Process Management education for owners and delegates.
• Maintain POP/SPI data with consistent standards and controls.
• Facilitate cross-functional sessions and communicate progress to senior leaders.
• Apply feedback and AI responsibly to improve processes.

Skills

Data Analysis

Process Mapping

Project Management

Data Visualization

Process Design

Data Literacy

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Business Process Analysis

Attention to Detail

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Alteryx

Excel

Cognos

Word

Job description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits. We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role‑specific responsibilities and business needs. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Role Description

The Process Design Consultant I is a member of the Portfolio & Program Management (PPM) team within Global Operations Process Ownership & Operational Excellence. The role enables Process Owners, Process Delegates and key support partners to manage and improve the Single Process Inventory (SPI) by combining portfolio/program management, process design and data analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze SPI, Process Owner Portal (POP), program and Voice of the Customer data to identify trends, risks, process-design issues, waste and improvement opportunities; translate findings into clear insights and recommendations.
• Frame business questions, identify appropriate data sources, assess data quality, and select and apply fit-for-purpose analytical and visualization tools.
• Respond effectively to urgent and rapidly changing requests, producing accurate, concise and executive-ready analysis, presentations, scorecards, dashboards and recommendations—often within short timelines. Define and track success measures, benefits, milestones, risks, dependencies and outcomes.
• Coordinate and provide governance for SPI changes and deliverables, including scope, process granularity, process splits, regional breakouts and multi‑team processes, in partnership with Process Engineers.
• Support deployment of process maturity assessments, process and control deep dives, Walk the Process, client journeys and targeted process redesign and improvement efforts.
• Administer and improve PPM portfolio routines, including work intake, prioritization, status reporting, and action and decision tracking.
• Design and deliver Process Management education, onboarding and enablement for Process Owners, Delegates, Advisors and support partners.
• Maintain accurate documentation and POP/SPI data; promote consistent standards, controls and data lifecycle practices across FLUs.
• Facilitate cross‑functional working sessions and communicate recommendations, decisions, progress and risks to stakeholders, including senior leaders.
• Use feedback, lessons learned and emerging capabilities, including responsible use of AI where appropriate, to simplify and improve team processes

Required Skills: What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a proactive, data‑literate and detail‑oriented professional who can turn complex information into practical recommendations while managing multiple portfolio and program priorities.

Required Experience & Attributes

• 5+ years of relevant experience in process design or management, portfolio/program/project management, business or data analysis, operational excellence, or a related field.
• Demonstrated data literacy: able to define the question, locate and evaluate relevant data, identify data‑quality limitations, analyze information, and communicate evidence‑based conclusions.
• Experience analyzing operational or process data, identifying trends and root causes, and translating findings into actionable process or program improvements.
• Ability to select and apply appropriate analytical tools for the task; advanced proficiency in Excel and strong skills in PowerPoint and Word.
• Experience developing metrics, scorecards, dashboards or executive reporting and explaining insights to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, dependencies, risks and deadlines without compromising quality.
• Strong written, verbal and visual communication skills, including the ability to create and present clear, concise, executive‑ready analysis and presentations to cross‑functional partners and senior leaders.
• Demonstrated composure, sound judgment and flexibility in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced and continually evolving environment; comfortable handling rush requests, shifting priorities and ambiguity while maintaining accurate documentation.
• Sound judgment when handling sensitive information and a strong commitment to data quality and control standards.

Desired Skills: Skills That Will Help

• Working knowledge of Single Process Inventory (SPI), Process Owner Portal (POP), Cognos reports or comparable process‑governance platforms.
• Completion of The Business of Data 100 and 200 learning pathway, or equivalent proficiency in data literacy and applied analysis; willingness to complete the pathway after joining if needed.
• Experience with data preparation and visualization tools such as Alteryx, Tableau or Power BI, and the ability to choose the appropriate tool for the analysis.
• Process Management, Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt certification, or equivalent practical process‑improvement experience.
• Experience with process maturity assessments, process/control deep dives, process mapping, Walk the Process, client journeys or end‑to‑end process redesign.
• Global Operations or comparable financial‑services operations experience, including familiarity with risk and control practices, data lifecycle management or change‑management standards.
• Project management experience or certification, with practical knowledge of planning, prioritization, governance, dependency management and delivery tracking.
• Demonstrated experience using different Microsoft Copilot experiences or comparable generative‑AI tools to support work and data analysis—for example, framing questions, summarizing information, exploring or validating data, developing insights, drafting executive presentations, or improving productivity—while applying appropriate human review, data‑handling and risk controls.

Skills

• Data Analysis
• Process Mapping
• Project Management
• Reporting
• Continuous Improvement
• Critical Thinking
• Data Visualization
• Process Design
• Strategic Thinking
• Business Process Analysis
• Process Effectiveness
• Process Performance Measurement
• Process Simplification

Shift

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week

40