Wholesale Strategic Execution Director

Hbcu Connect, Llc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 212,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

Job summary

Truist is seeking a senior strategic leader in Wholesale Banking to formulate and drive initiatives that align with the organization’s strategic objectives. You will collaborate with business and functional partners, lead cross-functional teams, and present outcomes to senior leadership.

The role emphasizes execution, analytics, and leadership across CWBO- level initiatives. You will develop operating routines, mentor teammates, and ensure consistent templates and processes across meetings,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 10+ years of experience in strategy or business consulting.
• Critical-thinking skills to break down complex problems and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional initiatives to accelerate performance and results.
• Develop and present strategic recommendations to leadership and Board-ready materials.
• Translate strategic objectives into executable plans with clear milestones and ownership.
• Mentor junior teammates and drive adoption of standard operating templates and processes.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Leadership presence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

MS Office (PowerPoint)

Excel

Word

Job description

Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency: English (Required)

Work Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

The purpose of this role is to formulate, develop and drive strategic initiatives and operating routines for the Wholesale Banking organization. The role will utilize strong critical-thinking skills to design and deliver strategies to drive business and financial outcomes in support of Wholesale Bankings strategic objectives. Collaborate with and direct business and functional partners and work with Head of Wholesale Banking Teammate Enablement and Wholesale Banking leadership team. Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives that accelerate performance and results.

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

• Support development of Wholesale Banking strategic and operating plan, including roadmap of impacts from strategic priorities and BAU activities on a rolling 12-month basis.
• Partner with line of business and business unit leaders to develop business strategy and target operating model including organizational shifts and adjustments (people, product, process) required to deliver on strategy.
• Translate strategic objectives into cross-functional execution plans that enable the realization of desired outcomes.
• Provide perspective on relative performance to peers and lead development of Board and external deliverables (e.g., Earnings Prep, Investor Day, etc.).
• On an ongoing basis, independently engage business and functional leaders/partners 1-2 down from CWBO to identify opportunities and develop initiatives to accelerate performance against strategic goals and objectives.
• Lead the development of, and present recommendations to address strategic business needs.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses (e.g., benchmarks, industry trends, internal operating and financial data) to support strategic rationale and measure results.
• Lead cross-functional teams to clarify execution tactics and plans to achieve strategic goals.
• Facilitate and drive project meetings with senior business leaders and client, product, business partner SMEs.
• Develop, guide, and mentor less tenured teammates.
• Support development and execution of agenda and approach to operating routines including leadership meetings and business reviews.
• Prepare formal presentations for the CWBO, including regular town halls, leadership meetings, and leadership offsites.
• Develop and drive consistent adoption of templates, processes, and approaches to streamline core and common functions including meetings, events & client engagement, business overviews, headcount tracking and management, HR initiatives, etc.
• Collaborate with functional partners including finance, HR, credit & risk management, legal & compliance, marketing & communications, events, and technology.
• Support a culture of collaboration and trust through frequent and transparent communication, professionalism, and respect.
• May manage a team.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business, or equivalent education and related training or experience to include 10+ years of experience in positions that carry increasing levels of responsibility, including experience in strategy or business consulting
• Critical-thinking skills; ability to break-down large, abstract problems or questions into sub-components and develop comprehensive and cohesive recommendations, with supporting data/rationale
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels in the organization
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office tools: PowerPoint, Excel and Word

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of credit, portfolio, and/or relationship management experience
• Strong knowledge and experience in strategic planning and execution, including creating and executing comprehensive plans associated with business mergers, conversions, product changes, technology releases, policy changes, and line of business strategic plans
• Ability to influence, partner, and negotiate with senior business leaders to resolve conflicts and gain commitment to accomplish business goals
• Proven ability to collaborate across organizational silos
• Ability to think strategically while delivering tactically
• Ability to translate and present complex data in a manner that educates, enhances understanding, and influences decisions
• Advanced skills in data visualization and storytelling
• Deep knowledge of wholesale banking including corporate, commercial, and payments
• Strong executive presence and communication skills
• Sense of urgency and ability to multi-task and manage competing projects in a deadline-driven environment

The annual base salary for this position is $212,000 - $265,000.

All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position.Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truists generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truists defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.

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