Strategy and Planning Director - Payments Strategy

Wells Fargo-posted 3 months ago
$185,000 - $300,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Hybrid • Minneapolis, MN
1,001-5,000 employees
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
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Wells Fargo is seeking a Strategy & Planning Director to lead high-impact initiatives across our wallet capabilities, with a focus on Alternative Payment Models (APMs) and Cross-Border (XB) optimization. This strategic leadership role is pivotal in shaping the future of our digital payments' ecosystem. The successful candidate will drive alignment across business units, enhance competitive positioning, and fuel growth by delivering market intelligence and actionable insights to senior leadership. If you're passionate about innovation in payments and thrive in dynamic, high-stakes environments, we invite you to join us in transforming how our customers move money globally.

  • Manage and develop a specialized team of individual contributors focused on payment strategy and planning.
  • Deliver product direction for moderate to high complexity initiatives, ensuring alignment with stakeholder and internal partner needs while managing strategic risk.
  • Define and execute strategic direction for programs centered on payment innovation and optimization.
  • Make high-impact decisions to resolve complex issues and achieve high-risk deliverables within the Strategy and Planning team.
  • Interpret, develop, and implement policies and procedures for functions with moderate to high complexity and risk.
  • Collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership to drive strategic alignment and execution.
  • Partner with Finance and Human Resources to ensure resource optimization and cross-functional cohesion.
  • Oversee allocation of personnel and financial resources to support Strategy and Planning initiatives.
  • Foster a culture of talent development aligned with business objectives and long-term strategic goals.
  • Design and implement performance frameworks and KPIs to evaluate wallet partnerships.
  • Identify underperforming relationships and recommend strategic corrective actions.
  • Conduct in-depth competitive and market analysis on fintech disruptors and emerging technologies.
  • Advise senior leadership on strategic responses to evolving market threats.
  • Develop and execute strategies to increase international transaction volumes.
  • Identify and implement margin improvement opportunities through pricing, partnerships, and operational efficiencies.
  • Synthesize market intelligence and competitive benchmarking into actionable insights.
  • 8+ years of Strategy and Planning experience or equivalent experience demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.
  • 4+ years of management or leadership experience.
  • 8+ years of strategy consulting, market-sizing, and competitive analytics.
  • Proven experience in payments, fintech, or financial services strategy.
  • Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills in complex, high-stakes environments.
  • Executive-level communication skills with a strong ability to engage and influence stakeholders.
  • Deep understanding of digital wallet ecosystems and cross-border payment infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives across departments.
  • Proven experience successfully influencing senior leadership through data-driven insights and strategic recommendations.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of market trends.
  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement
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