AVP, Platform Strategy - Diversified & Value

Synchrony • New York, NY

5d • $90,000 - $155,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the SVP, Diversified & Value Platform Strategy & Network Operations, the AVP, Diversified & Value Platform Strategy will support the development of long-term strategy and growth plans for the Diversified & Value Platform. As a member of the Platform Strategy team, this role will engage across the Business Strategy & Development (BS&D) function and play a role in support of M&A strategy, strategic partnerships and venture investments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with 5+ years’ experience in financial services, fintech, or payments, or consulting or in lieu of a bachelor’s degree, a high school diploma / GED and a minimum of 8 years of financial services, fintech or payments, or consulting
• 2+ year experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, strategic planning or other business strategy related roles
• 1+ years of experience in driving strategy around business growth including new lines of product, business offerings / new business opportunities. Accelerating growth within new lines of business.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office product suite with advanced experience with Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to lead problem solving for complex business issues and work with multiple stakeholders and viewpoints
• Experience in developing data-driven perspectives and presenting insights to business leaders
• Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required
• You must be 18 years or older
• You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process
• You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Nice To Haves

• Strategy consulting experience
• Experience in Financial Services, specifically consumer credit
• Strong quantitative skills with experience creating data-driven recommendations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with exceptional presentation skills and high emotional intelligence
• Experience partnering cross functionally and influencing at all levels of the organization
• Flexible, collaborative approach and positive attitude
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Project management skills with ability to manage multiple programs through a team-based approach in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Support BS&D and Diversified & Value Platform Leadership to identify and assess growth opportunities for the Diversified & Value Platform
• Partner with BS&D and Diversified & Value Platform leaders to continuously evolve the Diversified & Value Platform’s long-term strategy
• Develop content to communicate strategy updates to Synchrony’s Executive Leadership Team, Board of Directors, and other audiences
• Monitor the competitive landscape and industry trends relevant to the Diversified & Value Platform; research key developments and communicate implications to BS&D and Diversified & Value Platform leaders
• Collaborate with Diversified & Value Platform Portfolio teams to deliver special projects such as emerging trend research, portfolio strategy updates, and partner workshops
• Work with BS&D, Diversified & Value, and other cross-functional stakeholders to translate strategy recommendations into execution plans with associated business case
• Partner with M&A, Ventures and other stakeholders to identify and evaluate acquisition / partnership opportunities relevant to the Diversified & Value Platform
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

Benefits

• eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance
• option to work from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices
• inclusive culture where your individual skills, experience, and voice are not only heard – but valued
• community and passion intersect to offer a safe space to learn and grow

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager