AVP, Platform Strategy - Diversified & Value

Synchrony • New York, NY

3d • $90,000 - $155,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The AVP, Diversified & Value Platform Strategy supports development of long-term strategy and growth plans for Synchrony’s Diversified & Value Platform. Reporting to the SVP, Diversified & Value Platform Strategy & Network Operations, this role works across the Business Strategy & Development (BS&D) function and supports M&A strategy, strategic partnerships, and venture investments. The position also helps assess growth opportunities, evolve platform strategy, communicate strategy updates to senior audiences, research industry developments, and translate recommendations into execution plans and business cases.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and at least 5 years of experience in financial services, fintech, payments, or consulting; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and at least 8 years of experience in those fields.
• At least 2 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, strategic planning, or another business-strategy-related role.
• At least 1 year of experience driving business growth strategy, including new product lines, business offerings, or business opportunities.
• Proficiency with the MS Office product suite, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead problem-solving for complex business issues and work with multiple stakeholders and viewpoints.
• Experience developing data-driven perspectives and presenting insights to business leaders.
• Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be willing to take a drug test, undergo a background investigation, and submit fingerprints as part of onboarding.
• Must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States is required; employment visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Strategy consulting experience.
• Experience in financial services, particularly consumer credit.
• Strong quantitative skills and experience creating data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills, exceptional presentation skills, and high emotional intelligence.
• Experience partnering cross-functionally and influencing at all levels of an organization.
• Flexible, collaborative approach and positive attitude.
• Entrepreneurial mindset.
• Project management skills, including managing multiple programs through a team-based approach in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Flexible work arrangement with the option to work from home near a Hub or from an office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED