The Corporate Strategy team is an internal strategy group that acts as a trusted advisor to executives and business leaders by providing thought partnership, strategic analysis, and insights. The group leads several key functions for Schwab to support informed decision making, including leading key strategic initiatives for our executives, maintaining perspectives on broader industry trends and Schwab’s competitive landscape, and supporting the annual corporate strategic planning cycle. Corporate Strategy supports the Board, C-suite, and senior leaders, and is responsible for delivering thoughtful, insightful contributions across a range of high-level strategic projects.
The Manager, Corporate Strategy will drive key strategic initiatives and insights across a range of topics, typically at the cross-enterprise or corporate level while working with business partners of all levels across the firm. Working both independently and in a team setting, the Manager will perform data-driven analysis, synthesize large quantities of information to generate insights, and contribute recommendations for strategy development that will drive sustained growth for Schwab.
The group is one of the main intake valves for high caliber talent at Schwab and provides members with an unparalleled opportunity to define and work on Schwab’s most critical strategic opportunities while gaining visibility among Schwab’s senior leadership.
What you will do Facilitate a timely review and socialization of key components of our corporate strategy by collaborating with leadership and business partners (e.g., Communications) to ensure clarity, alignment, and consistent messaging across the company.Prepare materials for and lead meetings with internal and external stakeholders (including executive leadership and the Board of Directors).Regularly collaborate with business partners across all levels and subject matters to ensure that deliverables are high quality, completed on time, and with full stakeholder visibility.Synthesize large quantities of information to generate insights through both quantitative and qualitative analysisDevelop high-impact analysis and presentationsBuild and maintain perspective on strategic implications of key developments in the internal and external environment (e.g., industry trends, competitor actions)Form strong relationships across the firm and cultivate the team’s linkages with different functional organizations across SchwabPlan and execute workstreams for large, complex projects, as well as take full ownership end-to-end for smaller projectsIn all aspects of the role, exercise professionalism and integrity in communications and actions, as well as prudent judgment in the handling of confidential strategic, financial, and other sensitive informationManage and support ad-hoc strategy projects, investigating / answering critical questions for the Board and senior executivesPlease note: this position is M-F and a hybrid work model. It will be 4 days in-office, 1 day from home, during standard business hours. It is only avaliable in DFW. Candidate must reside or be willing to relocate on their own to DFW.
What you haveRequired Qualifications:
2 or more years of work experience at a consulting firm or focused on strategy related projects within corporate environmentsBachelor’s degreeExperience with financial modeling, strategic planning, project management, market research analysis and business development Excellent problem solving and storytelling abilities; proficient in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and TableauSuperior communication skills, both written and verbal, with demonstrated ability developing materials and effectively presenting to diverse audiencesSuperior analytical skills and attention to detailExcellent collaboration and relationship building skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders and influence outcomes through partnerships.The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for learning and is an enthusiastic team player comfortable working on multiple subject matters simultaneously Comfort dealing with ambiguity in a dynamic and fast-moving work environmentPreferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in financial services is a plusWhat you will gain:
Opportunity to influence the key strategic decisions that are crafting the direction of the companyLearn how to balance “theory” and “practice” in adapting analysis and recommendations for the complexities of real-world conditions – industry trends, competitor actions, and client behaviorDevelop credibility and rapport with key business partners as you learn about Schwab’s clients and businesses and develop a deeper understanding of key business drivers Options Apply for this jobApplyShareRefer a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeedWhy work for us?
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