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Strategy Project Manager
- US Bank (Chicago, IL)
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At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.
Job Description
We are seeking a **Strategy Project Manager** to join the **Strategy & Insights** team within **Consumer & Business Banking (CBB)** . This role is pivotal in shaping strategic initiatives that drive growth and innovation across CBB business units. You will lead cross-functional projects, deliver actionable insights through rigorous analysis, and create executive-level presentations that influence key decisions.
The **Strategy & Insights** team partners across CBB to accelerate business growth. Our mission is to empower leaders to innovate, plan, and develop solutions that propel the bank forward while championing strategies that enhance the financial health and well-being of consumers and businesses.
Basic Qualifications
+ Master’s degree or equivalent work experience
+ 10+ years of experience in project management activities
Preferred Skills & Experience
+ Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred
+ 5+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, or project management roles
+ Advanced knowledge of project management principles and practices
+ Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (Excel, PowerPoint; Power BI or similar a plus)
+ Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging senior executives
+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
+ Comprehensive knowledge of assigned business line or functional area
+ Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills
+ Ability to identify and resolve exceptions and analyze complex data
Key Responsibilities
+ **Conduct Competitive Analysis:** Research market trends, competitor strategies, and emerging opportunities to inform business decisions
+ **Coordinate Cross-Business Efforts:** Manage projects spanning multiple consumer business units, ensuring alignment and collaboration across teams
+ **Develop and Present Executive Materials:** Create compelling presentations and reports for senior leadership, translating complex data into clear, strategic recommendations
+ **Define and Analyze Problems:** Identify and frame business challenges using structured, data-driven approaches
+ **Balanced Problem-Solving:** Apply both qualitative insights and quantitative analysis to develop comprehensive solutions
+ **Project Management:** Drive timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder engagement for strategic initiatives
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants (https://careers.usbank.com/global/en/disability-accommodations-for-applicants) .
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):
+ Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
+ Basic term and optional term life insurance
+ Short-term and long-term disability
+ Pregnancy disability and parental leave
+ 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
+ Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
+ Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
+ Adoption assistance
+ Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
E-Verify
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $119,765.00 - $140,900.00
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
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