Lead, Retail Bank Strategy & Insights
Regions Bank, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
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Consumer Strategic Program Function Manager
At Regions, the Consumer Strategic Program Function Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategies for one or more key Consumer Bank Consumer programs. This role aligns with enterprise strategy, ensuring consistency and integration across Consumer banking channels and services. The manager will work cross-functionally with Consumer Bank support teams, technology, cybersecurity, product development, retail administration, and external partners to achieve strategic objectives. Primary Responsibilities
Lead the planning and execution of strategic program initiatives to enhance customer experience, improve efficiency and effectiveness, and mitigate risk Serve as the business owner for key Consumer Bank strategic program solutions, collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with enterprise strategies Act as the liaison between business units and technical teams, translating business requirements into actionable strategies Design, deliver, and maintain program frameworks and collaborate with partners to monitor and enhance risk-based models Partner with Consumer Bank leadership to drive adoption and training initiatives for new tools and processes Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate program effectiveness Support incident response and risk mitigation efforts related to the strategic program area Stay informed on industry trends and regulatory changes related to the strategic program area and assess impact on Consumer Bank operations Ensure adherence to banking regulatory requirements and customer experience standards This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. This position is incentive eligible. Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field Ten (10) years of experience in strategic execution, product management, or customer experience Preferences
Master’s degree in a related field Strong knowledge of subject matter area, banking regulatory compliance frameworks, and risk management Experience in financial services, banking technology, or other consumer-facing industries Skills and Competencies
Ability to lead internal and cross-functional teams and be a team player Demonstrated leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder management capabilities Extensive knowledge of department processes Motivated and high-caliber individual with responsibility to formulate Best-in-Class Customer Segmentation and proposition, deepen engagement via cross-sell and upsell, improve sales and retention, and enhance customer experience along the entire customer journey for both individual life and corporate business Self-motivated, innovative, responsible, proactive, flexible, takes ownership and determined to deliver assigned targets/projects Strong analytical, problem‑solving and execution skills Strong business acumen and customer orientation with proven track‑record in attaining business results Lead, Retail Bank Strategy & Insights
The Consumer Bank Strategy & Insights team brings an outside‑in, future‑focused perspective to Regions’ Consumer Bank—combining emerging trends, customer insights, and strategic analysis to shape long‑term plans and accelerate execution across Retail, Mortgage, and HiFi. We partner with senior leaders to drive strategy, enable cross‑functional alignment, and help the Consumer Bank deliver stronger growth and a more future‑ready customer experience. The Lead, Retail Bank Strategy & Insights partners directly with the Head of the Retail Bank to drive the most important strategic priorities. This role delivers actionable insights, supports long‑term planning, and partners with Retail leadership to strengthen customer relationships, elevate channel performance, and drive meaningful business outcomes. Key Responsibilities
Lead development of the Retail Bank “North Star”, multi‑year strategy, and long‑term roadmap Conduct strategic analysis on customer behavior, frontline performance, digital adoption, and competitive dynamics Lead Retail business unit review insights and executive‑level performance narratives Track long‑term performance against Retail strategic priorities and identify emerging risks Partner with Digital, Finance, Marketing, Operations, and branch network to drive alignment and execution Location options include Birmingham, AL, Atlanta, GA, or Charlotte, NC. Ideal Candidate
Strong record of influencing without authority across senior leadership Exceptional executive storytelling capability and communication skills Forward‑looking, organized, and energized by complex strategic problems Strong analytics skills and the ability to translate insights into execution Thrives in ambiguity and brings structure to unclear or complex problems Known for elevating team performance through collaboration, curiosity, and sustained effort Experience in strategy, consulting, or strategic finance/analytics in financial services Position Type
Full time Compensation Details
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point‑of‑market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job. The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position. Minimum:
$136,005.10 USD Median:
$175,640.00 USD Incentive Pay Plans:
This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary incentive plan. Employees are eligible to receive a discretionary award based on individual, business, and/or company performance. Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan. Benefits Information
Paid Vacation/Sick Time 401K with Company Match Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Disability Benefits Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program Associate Volunteer Program Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please visit https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits Location Details
Regions Center, Birmingham, Alabama Equal Opportunity Employer
Including Disabled/Veterans Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher‑volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
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At Regions, the Consumer Strategic Program Function Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategies for one or more key Consumer Bank Consumer programs. This role aligns with enterprise strategy, ensuring consistency and integration across Consumer banking channels and services. The manager will work cross-functionally with Consumer Bank support teams, technology, cybersecurity, product development, retail administration, and external partners to achieve strategic objectives. Primary Responsibilities
Lead the planning and execution of strategic program initiatives to enhance customer experience, improve efficiency and effectiveness, and mitigate risk Serve as the business owner for key Consumer Bank strategic program solutions, collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with enterprise strategies Act as the liaison between business units and technical teams, translating business requirements into actionable strategies Design, deliver, and maintain program frameworks and collaborate with partners to monitor and enhance risk-based models Partner with Consumer Bank leadership to drive adoption and training initiatives for new tools and processes Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate program effectiveness Support incident response and risk mitigation efforts related to the strategic program area Stay informed on industry trends and regulatory changes related to the strategic program area and assess impact on Consumer Bank operations Ensure adherence to banking regulatory requirements and customer experience standards This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. This position is incentive eligible. Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field Ten (10) years of experience in strategic execution, product management, or customer experience Preferences
Master’s degree in a related field Strong knowledge of subject matter area, banking regulatory compliance frameworks, and risk management Experience in financial services, banking technology, or other consumer-facing industries Skills and Competencies
Ability to lead internal and cross-functional teams and be a team player Demonstrated leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder management capabilities Extensive knowledge of department processes Motivated and high-caliber individual with responsibility to formulate Best-in-Class Customer Segmentation and proposition, deepen engagement via cross-sell and upsell, improve sales and retention, and enhance customer experience along the entire customer journey for both individual life and corporate business Self-motivated, innovative, responsible, proactive, flexible, takes ownership and determined to deliver assigned targets/projects Strong analytical, problem‑solving and execution skills Strong business acumen and customer orientation with proven track‑record in attaining business results Lead, Retail Bank Strategy & Insights
The Consumer Bank Strategy & Insights team brings an outside‑in, future‑focused perspective to Regions’ Consumer Bank—combining emerging trends, customer insights, and strategic analysis to shape long‑term plans and accelerate execution across Retail, Mortgage, and HiFi. We partner with senior leaders to drive strategy, enable cross‑functional alignment, and help the Consumer Bank deliver stronger growth and a more future‑ready customer experience. The Lead, Retail Bank Strategy & Insights partners directly with the Head of the Retail Bank to drive the most important strategic priorities. This role delivers actionable insights, supports long‑term planning, and partners with Retail leadership to strengthen customer relationships, elevate channel performance, and drive meaningful business outcomes. Key Responsibilities
Lead development of the Retail Bank “North Star”, multi‑year strategy, and long‑term roadmap Conduct strategic analysis on customer behavior, frontline performance, digital adoption, and competitive dynamics Lead Retail business unit review insights and executive‑level performance narratives Track long‑term performance against Retail strategic priorities and identify emerging risks Partner with Digital, Finance, Marketing, Operations, and branch network to drive alignment and execution Location options include Birmingham, AL, Atlanta, GA, or Charlotte, NC. Ideal Candidate
Strong record of influencing without authority across senior leadership Exceptional executive storytelling capability and communication skills Forward‑looking, organized, and energized by complex strategic problems Strong analytics skills and the ability to translate insights into execution Thrives in ambiguity and brings structure to unclear or complex problems Known for elevating team performance through collaboration, curiosity, and sustained effort Experience in strategy, consulting, or strategic finance/analytics in financial services Position Type
Full time Compensation Details
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point‑of‑market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job. The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position. Minimum:
$136,005.10 USD Median:
$175,640.00 USD Incentive Pay Plans:
This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary incentive plan. Employees are eligible to receive a discretionary award based on individual, business, and/or company performance. Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan. Benefits Information
Paid Vacation/Sick Time 401K with Company Match Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Disability Benefits Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program Associate Volunteer Program Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please visit https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits Location Details
Regions Center, Birmingham, Alabama Equal Opportunity Employer
Including Disabled/Veterans Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher‑volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
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