Director, Strategic Execution (Corporate Strategy)
Early Warning, New York, NY, United States
Overview
At Early Warning, we’ve powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle®, Paze℠, and more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses. Positions located in Scottsdale, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York follow a hybrid work model to allow for a more collaborative working environment. Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship. The Director, Strategic Execution serves as a strategic orchestrator translating corporate strategy into operational reality. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Strategy, this role helps manage rhythms of the business in partnership with the CEO’s Chief of Staff and the Chief Strategy and Operations Officer, aligning executive governance with Early Warning’s multi-year strategy. Our delivery agenda is in-year execution priorities; our development agenda is multi-year strategic plays; and our governance agenda is stakeholder management across Owner Banks and regulators. As a force multiplier within the Strategy organization, you will help orchestrate high-visibility executive forums in partnership with Strategy, Transformation, and Enterprise Change to drive cross-functional change. This role is approximately 80% operational execution and 20% strategy and design, requiring a capable leader who can influence through credibility, structured thinking, and a bias for action. Successful candidates will operate with an agile, team-first mindset, able to shift across priorities and topics. Responsibilities
Enterprise Operating Cadence & Executive Forums: Manage end-to-end orchestration of key executive and transformation rhythms (Executive Committee meetings, Functional Executives Forum, Operators Meeting, Catalyst Transformation Forums, Strategy & Operations Forum); drive agenda development, pre-read production, attendance readiness, and post-meeting follow-through to ensure decision quality and accountability. Decision & Action Throughput: Maintain a closed-loop operating mechanism across executive forums with a decision log, enterprise action register, owners/dates, and escalation paths; drive timely closure of actions through structured follow-ups and escalation as needed. Enterprise Scorecard & Performance Visibility: Build and improve an executive-ready enterprise performance scorecard (KPIs + qualitative narrative) with metric owners and operating definitions; produce a monthly KPI pack and operating memo highlighting trends, variances, risks, and decisions needed. Strategy Execution & Cross-Functional Alignment: Translate FY26 strategic goals into an executable operating plan; track progress, surface dependencies, identify blockers, and drive resolution across functions (e.g., Marketing, Legal, Sales/Partnerships, People, Finance) through structured working sessions and executive-level readouts. Facilitation, Executive Communications, & Operating Model Improvement: Facilitate high-stakes executive discussions or prepare meeting chairs; produce high-polish executive communications (pre-reads, decision memos, quarterly retrospectives) and recommend enhancements to cadence, governance, and tooling. Confidentiality & Risk Management: Handle sensitive information with discretion; ensure appropriate controls around distribution of pre-reads, decision documentation, and restricted information. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a top accredited college or university with demonstrated high academic achievement Typically 12 or more years of experience; preferred 7–10 years in business operations, strategy, or chief of staff-like roles Strategy or management consulting experience at a well-known firm (e.g., MBB or big 4) with focus on problem solving, execution, and project management Strong executive presence and communication skills with the ability to influence senior leaders through data and structured logic Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel Ability to work at macro and micro levels with high attention to detail Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI) with capability to build high-polish executive decks and complex trackers Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-stakes priorities in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated experience driving outcomes in a matrixed environment through influence (no direct authority) Background or strong understanding of financial services and payments Successful completion of background and drug screening Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Financial Services, Fintech, or high-growth SaaS environments MBA or advanced degree Experience building operational rhythms or PMOs from the ground up Physical Requirements
Working conditions consist of a normal office environment Work is primarily sedentary and requires extensive use of a computer, including sitting for periods of approximately four hours May require occasional standing, walking, kneeling, and reaching Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally Requires visual acuity and manual dexterity to view, prepare, and manipulate documents and office equipment Requires the ability to communicate effectively with internal and/or external customers Reasonable Accommodation
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions and physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents are expected to follow instructions and perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Equal Employment Opportunity
Early Warning Services is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Base Pay Scale
The Base Pay Scale For This Position In New York, NY/ San Francisco, CA in USD per year is: $186,000 - $232,000. Additionally, candidates are eligible for a discretionary incentive plan and benefits. This pay scale is subject to change and is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned. Early Warning Services considers wage equity and does not base pay decisions on protected characteristics. Benefits Snapshot
Healthcare Coverage – Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans with company contributions to HSA or FSA 401(k) – Company Safe Harbor Match PTO – Flexible Time Off and generous PTO, plus holidays and a volunteer day Paid Parental Leave – 12 weeks Maven Family Planning – support for parenting journey Early Warning Services, LLC affirms equal employment opportunity and participates in E-Verify. This text retains required legal statements and is presented verbatim where possible.
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At Early Warning, we’ve powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle®, Paze℠, and more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses. Positions located in Scottsdale, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York follow a hybrid work model to allow for a more collaborative working environment. Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship. The Director, Strategic Execution serves as a strategic orchestrator translating corporate strategy into operational reality. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Strategy, this role helps manage rhythms of the business in partnership with the CEO’s Chief of Staff and the Chief Strategy and Operations Officer, aligning executive governance with Early Warning’s multi-year strategy. Our delivery agenda is in-year execution priorities; our development agenda is multi-year strategic plays; and our governance agenda is stakeholder management across Owner Banks and regulators. As a force multiplier within the Strategy organization, you will help orchestrate high-visibility executive forums in partnership with Strategy, Transformation, and Enterprise Change to drive cross-functional change. This role is approximately 80% operational execution and 20% strategy and design, requiring a capable leader who can influence through credibility, structured thinking, and a bias for action. Successful candidates will operate with an agile, team-first mindset, able to shift across priorities and topics. Responsibilities
Enterprise Operating Cadence & Executive Forums: Manage end-to-end orchestration of key executive and transformation rhythms (Executive Committee meetings, Functional Executives Forum, Operators Meeting, Catalyst Transformation Forums, Strategy & Operations Forum); drive agenda development, pre-read production, attendance readiness, and post-meeting follow-through to ensure decision quality and accountability. Decision & Action Throughput: Maintain a closed-loop operating mechanism across executive forums with a decision log, enterprise action register, owners/dates, and escalation paths; drive timely closure of actions through structured follow-ups and escalation as needed. Enterprise Scorecard & Performance Visibility: Build and improve an executive-ready enterprise performance scorecard (KPIs + qualitative narrative) with metric owners and operating definitions; produce a monthly KPI pack and operating memo highlighting trends, variances, risks, and decisions needed. Strategy Execution & Cross-Functional Alignment: Translate FY26 strategic goals into an executable operating plan; track progress, surface dependencies, identify blockers, and drive resolution across functions (e.g., Marketing, Legal, Sales/Partnerships, People, Finance) through structured working sessions and executive-level readouts. Facilitation, Executive Communications, & Operating Model Improvement: Facilitate high-stakes executive discussions or prepare meeting chairs; produce high-polish executive communications (pre-reads, decision memos, quarterly retrospectives) and recommend enhancements to cadence, governance, and tooling. Confidentiality & Risk Management: Handle sensitive information with discretion; ensure appropriate controls around distribution of pre-reads, decision documentation, and restricted information. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a top accredited college or university with demonstrated high academic achievement Typically 12 or more years of experience; preferred 7–10 years in business operations, strategy, or chief of staff-like roles Strategy or management consulting experience at a well-known firm (e.g., MBB or big 4) with focus on problem solving, execution, and project management Strong executive presence and communication skills with the ability to influence senior leaders through data and structured logic Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel Ability to work at macro and micro levels with high attention to detail Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI) with capability to build high-polish executive decks and complex trackers Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-stakes priorities in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated experience driving outcomes in a matrixed environment through influence (no direct authority) Background or strong understanding of financial services and payments Successful completion of background and drug screening Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Financial Services, Fintech, or high-growth SaaS environments MBA or advanced degree Experience building operational rhythms or PMOs from the ground up Physical Requirements
Working conditions consist of a normal office environment Work is primarily sedentary and requires extensive use of a computer, including sitting for periods of approximately four hours May require occasional standing, walking, kneeling, and reaching Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally Requires visual acuity and manual dexterity to view, prepare, and manipulate documents and office equipment Requires the ability to communicate effectively with internal and/or external customers Reasonable Accommodation
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions and physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents are expected to follow instructions and perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Equal Employment Opportunity
Early Warning Services is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Base Pay Scale
The Base Pay Scale For This Position In New York, NY/ San Francisco, CA in USD per year is: $186,000 - $232,000. Additionally, candidates are eligible for a discretionary incentive plan and benefits. This pay scale is subject to change and is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned. Early Warning Services considers wage equity and does not base pay decisions on protected characteristics. Benefits Snapshot
Healthcare Coverage – Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans with company contributions to HSA or FSA 401(k) – Company Safe Harbor Match PTO – Flexible Time Off and generous PTO, plus holidays and a volunteer day Paid Parental Leave – 12 weeks Maven Family Planning – support for parenting journey Early Warning Services, LLC affirms equal employment opportunity and participates in E-Verify. This text retains required legal statements and is presented verbatim where possible.
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