Senior Associate, Project Management - Network Brand

Capital One; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital One (GPN) seeks a Senior Associate, Project Management – Network Brand in Chicago to drive multi‑team projects that align with strategic brand initiatives. You will design detailed project plans, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery across cross‑functional partners.

The role emphasizes strong communication, stakeholder influence, and the ability to navigate complex workstreams while maintaining governance and documentation standards. A PMP or similar certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Military experience.
• 2+ years of Project Management experience.
• Masters or MBA degree preferred.
• PMP, Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute large and small-scale projects that contribute to broader business initiatives
• Design, develop, and adapt project plans in a fast-paced environment, revising requirements as needed to meet shifting goals
• Ensure comprehensive project documentation and governance to proactively manage risks and guarantee on-time delivery
• Leverage strong problem-solving and analytical skills to ensure project execution aligns with business intent
• Serve as a strategic and tactical thought partner to project partners and cross-functional teams to drive seamless delivery
• Build strong relationships and leverage outstanding communication skills to inform, align, and influence stakeholders at all levels across the company
• Improve workflows and project management tools to eliminate bottlenecks and improve creative output

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Military experience

Master’s or MBA

Job description

Senior Associate, Project Management – Network Brand

For almost two decades, Discover® Network, Diners Club International®, and PULSE® have operated together to form a global payment network that empowers cardholders to pay how, when, and where they choose—connecting people and payments worldwide. Join our Global Payment Network (GPN) team to help shape the future of payments and deliver reliable, secure solutions around the world. Here, you'll create what comes next, driving meaningful impact at scale while accelerating your career. We are seeking a Senior Associate, Project Management who is passionate about masterfully managing cross-functional stakeholders and balancing project scope and timelines. In this role, you will manage strategic, high-priority projects that drive meaningful business outcomes. From day one, you will own critical responsibilities and collaborate with passionate, forward-thinking peers to deliver exceptional results. This role offers the opportunity to partner with key leaders across teams and push the boundaries of your project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute large and small-scale projects that contribute to broader business initiatives
• Design, develop, and adapt project plans in a fast-paced environment, revising requirements as needed to meet shifting goals
• Ensure comprehensive project documentation and governance to proactively manage risks and guarantee on-time delivery
• Leverage strong problem-solving and analytical skills to ensure project execution aligns with business intent
• Serve as a strategic and tactical thought partner to project partners and cross-functional teams to drive seamless delivery
• Build strong relationships and leverage outstanding communication skills to inform, align, and influence stakeholders at all levels across the company
• Quickly implement clear frameworks and organization to effectively manage work within complex workstreams
• Continuously refine workflows, templates, and project management tools to eliminate bottlenecks and improve the team's creative output

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Military experience
• At least 2 Years of Project Management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters or MBA degree
• At least 5 years of Project Management experience
• At least 1 year in Brand Strategy, Marketing or Advertising
• PMP, Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification

Salaries

• McLean, VA: $96,500 - $110,100 for Sr. Project Manager
• New York, NY: $105,300 - $120,100 for Sr. Project Manager
• Chicago, IL: $87,700 - $100,100 for Sr. Project Manager
• Riverwoods, IL: $87,700 - $100,100 for Sr. Project Manager

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please.

Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

At Capital One, we’re building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit.