Senior Director, Strategy and Growth Initiatives

Chime; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 253,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Backup child, elder, and/or pet care

Subsidized commuter benefit

401(k) match

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits

Generous vacation policy

Bonus paid days off

Wellness stipend

Paid parental leave

Access to family-planning tool

In-person and virtual events

Job summary

Chime is seeking a Senior Director for Strategy and Growth Initiatives to define and drive the company's long-term growth strategy. The position requires over 10 years of experience in financial services or fintech, an MBA, and a proven ability to influence senior stakeholders. Responsibilities include leading initiatives that drive growth, analyzing market trends, and collaborating with senior leaders. The role offers a competitive salary starting at $253,000 up to $350,000, along with bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in strategy/management consulting, corporate strategy, or operating roles within financial services or fintech.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment across complex organizations.
• Deep experience in fintech/financial services and/or hands-on experience with data analysis, market research, or product analytics.

Responsibilities

• Identify and lead high-impact strategic initiatives that drive long-term growth.
• Analyze market, competitor, and consumer trends to inform company strategy.
• Partner with senior leaders to shape long-term vision and drive alignment.

Skills

Strategy/management consulting

Influencing senior stakeholders

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Data-driven decision making

Project management

Financial modeling

Excellent communication skills

Education

MBA or equivalent experience

Job description

About the Role

We are hiring for a Senior Director, Strategy and Growth Initiatives to help define and drive the long‑term strategy and growth of the company. The role involves identifying growth opportunities, shaping long‑term vision with senior leadership, and turning that into actionable initiatives that drive durable growth. You’ll collaborate across Product, Marketing, Analytics, and other functions to solve the company’s most important and ambiguous problems and ensure strategies translate into real outcomes.

Base salary begins at $253,000.00 and up to $350,000.00. Full‑time employees are also eligible for a bonus, competitive equity package, and benefits.

In This Role, You Can Expect To

• Identify and lead high‑impact strategic initiatives that drive long‑term growth and business durability
• Analyze market, competitor, and consumer trends to inform company strategy and priorities
• Partner closely with senior leaders to shape long‑term vision and drive alignment across the organization
• Translate strategy into actionable plans and ensure initiatives are executed across cross‑functional teams
• Develop deep analytical insights and research to support decision‑making and prioritization
• Influence decisions and drive accountability across Product, Marketing, Analytics, and other functions
• Lead complex problem‑solving efforts and guide project teams to deliver measurable business outcomes

To Thrive In This Role

• 10+ years of experience in strategy/management consulting, corporate strategy, or operating roles within financial services or fintech
• An MBA or equivalent experience
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment across complex organizations
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including financial modeling and data‑driven decision making
• Experience leading and managing project teams and driving initiatives end‑to‑end
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate insights into clear recommendations
• Deep experience in fintech/financial services and/or hands‑on experience with data analysis, market research, or product analytics

What We Offer

• In‑office work policy designed to keep you connected – four days a week in the office, Fridays from home for near‑office employees, and team and company‑wide events depending on location; remote employees remain engaged with work and teammates.
• In‑office perks including backup child, elder, and/or pet care, plus a subsidized commuter benefit to support your regular commute.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 401(k) match plus comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Generous vacation policy and company‑wide Chime Days, with bonus paid days off.
• 1% of your time off to support local community organizations of your choice.
• Annual wellness stipend for eligible wellness expenses.
• Up to 24 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 12 weeks for non‑birthing parents.
• Access to Maven, a family‑planning tool, with a $15,000 lifetime reimbursement for egg freezing, fertility treatments, adoption, and more.
• In‑person and virtual events to connect with colleagues, including cooking classes, guided meditations, music festivals, mixology classes, paint nights, and snack boxes.
• A challenging and fulfilling opportunity to join one of the most experienced teams in fintech and help millions unlock financial progress.

About the Company

Chime is an independent financial technology company dedicated to providing free, accessible core banking services and empowering individuals to achieve financial progress. Our culture values innovation, integrity, and inclusion, and we maintain a customer‑centric, entrepreneurial approach to financial solutions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis under provincial, federal, state, and local laws. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable jurisdictions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact [e-mail].