North America Strategic Initiative Manager

Role Responsibilities

• Support the development management and execution of strategic initiatives that drive regional growth revenue enhancement and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects from planning through execution ensuring alignment with strategic priorities key milestones and business outcomes.
• Partner with senior leaders across departments to support strategic planning problem-solving and decision-making activities.
• Prepare high-quality presentations reports dashboards and communications for leadership forums including Monthly Business Reviews and Operating Plans.
• Facilitate internal communications and assist with planning for leadership meetings organizational updates and strategic reviews.
• Contribute to change management efforts by supporting communication alignment and adoption of strategic initiatives across teams.
• Monitor project performance identify risks or roadblocks and recommend solutions to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
• Conduct analysis to support strategic assessments initiative prioritization and measurement of business impact.

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Accounting Finance Math or a related field or equivalent experience; an advanced degree (e.g. MBA) is a plus.
• 7 years of relevant experience in strategy project management business operations finance or a similar cross-functional role; equivalent experience considered.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects with strong organizational planning and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical and financial skills with the ability to interpret data develop insights and support strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills including experience preparing materials for senior leadership.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to navigate a matrix organization and build strong relationships across diverse teams.
• Experience supporting strategic planning business reviews or organizational transformation initiatives is preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and a proactive solution-oriented mindset.

Western Union values in-person collaboration problem solving and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

You will also have access to short-term incentives multiple health insurance options accident and life insurance and access to best-in-class development platforms to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

• Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
• Global Adoption Assistance
• 401K Plan
• Parental Leave

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The on-target earnings range is $USD per year which includes a base salary and short-term and long-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates qualifications skills and competencies.

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