AVP, Commercial Strategic Consulting

Axos Bank•San Diego, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The AVP, Commercial Strategic Consulting supports strategic initiatives and transformation efforts across the Commercial Bank by serving as an internal consultant to business leaders. This role identifies opportunities to improve processes, enhance operational efficiency, strengthen controls, and elevate the client experience. The AVP partners with stakeholders across Commercial Banking, Operations, Technology, Risk, Compliance, and Finance to analyze business challenges, develop recommendations, and support execution of enterprise and business unit priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in management consulting, commercial banking, financial services, strategy, business transformation, or operational excellence
Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and stakeholder management skills
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives, process improvement efforts, and business transformation projects
Ability to develop business cases, executive presentations, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership
Knowledge of risk management, controls, governance, and regulatory requirements within financial services
Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma; certification preferred
Experience supporting digital transformation, workflow automation, or technology-driven process improvements
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver measurable business results in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Commercial banking experience
Big 4 consulting experience
MBA, or other advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with Commercial Banking leadership to identify, prioritize, and execute strategic initiatives that improve operational effectiveness and business performance
Analyze existing business processes and recommend scalable solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and improve service delivery
Facilitate process mapping, workflow redesign, and business transformation efforts across multiple functions
Develop business cases, cost-benefit analyses, executive presentations, and recommendations to support decision-making
Lead and support cross-functional projects from requirements gathering through implementation and post-launch evaluation
Assess operational risks and control environments and recommend process improvements that maintain compliance while improving efficiency
Collaborate with Technology teams to identify automation opportunities and support digital transformation initiatives
Evaluate customer and employee experiences and recommend enhancements that improve adoption, engagement, and satisfaction
Establish measurable success metrics and provide reporting on project outcomes, business impact, and operational performance
Assist with change management activities, stakeholder engagement, communication planning, and implementation support
Research industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to identify opportunities for innovation
Prepare executive-level reporting and presentations for senior leadership and key stakeholders
Support regulatory, audit, and risk management initiatives as they relate to business process improvements and strategic projects