Business Program Specialist
The Business Program Specialist leads the development and implementation of national and / or enterprise wide programs, including design, development, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and resolution of issues for a specialized functional area.
Depth & Scope :
- Highly seasoned professional role requiring substantial knowledge / expertise in a complex field and knowledge of broader related areas
- Integrate knowledge of the enterprise sub-function's or business line's overarching strategy in developing solutions across multiple functions or operations
- Interpret internal / external business challenges and the industry environment, recommends course of action and best practices to improve products, processes or services
- Act as a technical expert / lead integrating cross-function understanding within their own field of specialty; may manage team(s) of related specialists
- Lead cross-functional teams or projects with significant resource requirements, risk and / or complexity
- Independently manage end-to-end functional programs
- Solve or may lead others to solve complex problems; leads efforts or partners with others to develop new solutions
- Use sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify solutions
- Impact the achievement of sub-function or business line objectives within the area for which they are accountable
- Work is guided by policies and industry standards / methods
- Communicate difficult concepts; convert information to compelling business context and advice; influence and gain alignment across increasingly senior stakeholders
- Work autonomously as the lead and guides others within area of expertise
Education & Experience :
Undergraduate degree and / or 7+ years relevant experienceAdvanced knowledge of multiple disciplines, strategy development, consulting principles, lines of businesses supported, bankingIndustry, and product / customer marketsKnowledge of current and emerging competitor and market trendsKnowledge of risk management environment, standards and regulationsAbility to manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budgetAbility to contribute to strategic direction of the function and provide advice to senior leadershipSkilled in mentoring and coachingAbility to lead, plan, implement and evaluate program / project activities to ensure completion of initiativesAbility to exercise sound judgement in making decisionsAbility to make an impact, influence and achieve results with effective negotiation, problem-solving and communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively and build relationships across teams and functionsSkilled in using analytical software tools, data analysis methods and reporting techniquesSkilled in using computer applications including MS OfficeAbility to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlinesAbility to work successfully as a member of a team and independentlyAbility to handle confidential information with discretionCustomer Accountabilities :
Develops and executes diverse programs, implement and develop activities, tools and programs for businesses, and support business sales / service strategy and management activitiesManages, analyzes and draws insights from data to inform priorities and initiatives, including post-implementation reviews and program analysis to ensure solutions continue to meet business strategy and visionResearches, analyzes and develops Best in Class solutions designed to address gaps and developmental priorities aligned to business needsSupports the implementation, management and monitoring of a consistent, disciplined processes / programsSupports the business in identifying and delivering against business projects and initiatives by executing project management deliverables within budget and as per the approved project plan, working with business and various partners to develop the content of those deliverablesSupports regulatory applications by providing relative business information for report to the applicable regulatory bodies / responding to requests for informationShareholder Accountabilities :
Adheres to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for our business areaEnsures respective programs / policies / practices are well managed, meets business needs, complies with internal and external requirements, and aligns with business prioritiesConsistently exercises discretion in managing correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality; escalate issues where appropriateEnsures business operations are in compliance with applicable internal and external requirements (e.g. financial controls, segregation of duties, transaction approvals and physical control of assets)Participates in cross-functional / enterprise / initiatives as a subject matter expert helping to identify risk / provide guidance for complex situationsConducts internal and external research projects; support the development / delivery of presentations / communications to management or broader audienceMonitors service, productivity, and assess efficiency levels within own function and implement continuous process / performance improvements where opportunities existLeads / facilitates and / or implements actions / remediation plans to address performance / risk / governance issuesActively manages relationships within and across various business lines, corporate and / or control functions and ensure alignment with enterprise and / or regulatory requirementsKeeps abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assess potential impactsMaintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetiteEmployee / Team Accountabilities :
Participates fully as a member of the team, support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues / points of interestProvides thought leadership and / or industry knowledge for own area of expertise in own area and participate in knowledge transfer within the team and business unitKeeps current on emerging trends / developments and grow knowledge of the business, related tools and techniquesParticipates in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own teamKeep others informed and up-to-date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activitiesContributes to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practicesLeads, motivates and develops relationships with internal and external business partners / stakeholders to develop productive working relationshipsContributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforceActs as a brand ambassador for your business area / function and the bank, both internally and / or externallyPhysical Requirements :
Domestic Travel OccasionalInternational Travel NeverPerforming sedentary work ContinuousPerforming multiple tasks ContinuousOperating standard office equipment - ContinuousResponding quickly to sounds OccasionalSitting ContinuousStanding OccasionalWalking OccasionalMoving safely in confined spaces OccasionalLifting / Carrying (under 25 lbs.) OccasionalLifting / Carrying (over 25 lbs.) NeverSquatting OccasionalBending OccasionalKneeling NeverCrawling NeverClimbing NeverReaching overhead NeverReaching forward OccasionalPushing NeverPulling NeverTwisting NeverConcentrating for long periods of time ContinuousApplying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations ContinuousReading, writing and comprehending instructions ContinuousAdding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing ContinuousThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered "essential functions"