Innovation And Strategy Analyst

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At Regions, the Innovation and Strategy Analyst supports the development and execution of the enterprise strategy and initiatives that have potential impact to people, processes, and technology across Technology, Operations, and Data.

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs analysis on strategic initiatives directed by Technology, Operations, and Data leadership
• Supports dashboards and communications development to articulate the transformation trajectory
• Facilitates updates for external investor communications; KPIs across all of Operations, Technology and Data; and progress against the overall strategic plan for Operations, Technology, and Data
• Utilizes data to objectively measure effectiveness of Technology, Operations, and Data strategic programs
• Conducts Organizational Change Management best practices, concepts, and impact analysis to different teams involved large scale programs
• Supports technology product innovation with proofs of concept and associated cost/benefit analysis to articulate potential opportunities for operational efficiency, revenue, or customer experience improvements
• Performs analysis on key technology and operations strategies to measure maturity with KPIs
• Facilitates product innovation efforts by developing plans, schedules and milestones with stakeholders
• Triangulates data into management insights for an executive audience
• Supports an agile process focused on facilitating ideation, analyzing risk, benefit, and cost, and driving positive ROI projects to mobilization
• Performs data wrangling and data analysis on key technology strategies
• Performs external research on industry trends and innovation within Banking, Technology, Data, and Operations
• Supports new technology delivery and business transformation initiatives from conception to execution readiness
• Performs data visualization for key technology concepts, initiatives, and strategies
• Constructs Executive Leadership Team (ELT), Operations and Technology-wide, and Regions-wide communications for Technology, Operations, and Data
• Supports value capture of strategic initiatives throughout the life of strategic initiatives (e.g. maturity model with supporting key performance indicators (KPIs)

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

• Experience with SDLC, software, and data
• Familiarity or working knowledge of project management and Agile
• Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Engineering, Finance, Computer Science, or related degree
• Three (3) years of experience in product management, technology consulting, strategy development, software development, data analysis / visualization, and/or innovation

Preferences

• Banking experience

Skills And Competencies

• Advanced skills in Microsoft (MS) Office including Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Word
• Ability to design and develop quick automation solutions leveraging low code platforms
• Innovative mindset grounded in the constructs of the large enterprise
• Ability to work with ambiguity and several moving parts
• Strong research and analysis skills
• Experience in presenting at various levels of the organization
• Ability to drive tangible value and insights out of unstructured data
• Experience in development of business cases and value tracking
• Experience in SQL
• Experience in process improvement / re-engineering concepts
• Advanced business writing skills
• Experience in technology product management
• Ability to mobilize strategy into execution
• Advanced data analysis skills and MS Power BI
• Experience in low code development and automation
• Experience in Program or Project Management
• Experience in Technology concepts (e.g. Cloud, Software Development Lifecycle/SDLC)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

This position may be filled at a higher level depending on the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

This role can work remote within a reasonable driving distance to a Branch, Consumer Operations, or Professional Office Building.

Position Type

Full time

Benefits Information

Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.

• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Disability Benefits
• Associate Volunteer Program
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Parental Leave
• 401K with Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time

Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.

https://www.regions.com/welcometour/benefits.rf

Location Details

Riverchase OPS Center

Location:

Hoover, Alabama

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

We have a passion for creating an inclusive environment that promotes and values diversity of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sex, pregnancy, and many other primary and secondary dimensions that make each of us unique as individuals and provide valuable perspective that makes us a better company and employer. More importantly, we recognize that creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of background, can do their best work is the right thing to do.

OFCCP Disclosure: Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans