Enterprise Strategy Director

Boeing Employees' Credit Union•Tukwila, WA

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits? Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference. While we’re proud of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU. IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE At BECU, strategy isn’t an abstract exercise — it’s how we fulfill our mission to improve our members’ financial well-being. As our Enterprise Strategy Director, you’ll take on meaningful, complex challenges that shape the future of a purpose-driven financial cooperative. You’ll lead high-impact initiatives across the enterprise, influence our most senior leaders, and solve strategic problems that require both analytical rigor and creativity. This role offers the best of strategy consulting — intellectually rich work, real strategic challenges, executive visibility, and big-picture impact — but in a setting where you can own the outcomes, see the results of your work, and enjoy a better work- life balance . If you're passionate about solving hard problems, influencing at the highest levels, and driving meaningful change, this is your opportunity. This isn’t just about ticking off tasks on a list. It's about making a significant, positive change in BECU’s journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience
Minimum 10 years of experience in strategy development and/or strategic planning , including the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategy, operate independently, and influence executive leaders
Deep relationship-building skills and experience partnering with business and functional leaders.
Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills — with the ability to structure ambiguity and move complex projects forward.
Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Proven PowerPoint and visual storytelling skills for executive audiences.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
Experience in financial services.
Experience in strategy consulting at the EM / PL level or above OR a strategy role in a financial institution at the Director-level or above.

Responsibilities

Drive High-Impact Strategy Projects: Partner across the organization on enterprise-wide initiatives like AI strategy, retail/branch strategy , and long-term growth planning.
CEO and Board Engagement : Partner closely with EMT and CEO to communicate key aspects of BECU strategy and story to the Board of Directors.
Support Executive Decision-Making: Design and lead Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs) and strategic sessions with the CEO and Executive Management Team (EMT), delivering clear, data-informed recommendations.
Lead Enterprise Planning: Own the development and execution of our enterprise strategic planning cycles — including 5-year strategic planning and annual planning.
Deliver Executive Storytelling: Use your deep PowerPoint skills to craft visual narratives that help senior leaders make confident, informed decisions.
Act as a Thought Partner: Serve as a trusted internal consultant, helping business leaders frame problems, structure solutions, and move strategic ideas into action.
Lead and Influence Across Functions: Build alignment with cross-functional partners, guide them through complex challenges, and keep key initiatives moving forward.
Work Independently, Lead Confidently: This is a high-trust, high-autonomy environment. You’ll have support — but you’ll be expected to lead your work, drive results, and bring others with you.