jcw groupBethesda, MD
Jr. Director of Strategy & Planning
Jr. Director of Strategy & Planning
Jr. Director of Strategy & Planning
jcw groupBethesda, MD
11 days ago
Other Management Consulting ServicesCommercial BankingAdministrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)JCW has partnered with a leading international bank to identify a Junior Director of Strategy & Planning to serve as a trusted adviser and execution partner to the CEO of their US branch. Based in Washington, DC, this is a high-impact individual contributor role sitting at the intersection of strategy, business planning, and chief of staff support. The role acts as a critical link between the US branch and Group leadership, translating global priorities into actionable plans and ensuring the CEO is fully prepared for engagements with senior management, clients, and regulators. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in strategy, corporate finance, or advisory, ideally with a Big 4 background within financial services. They are a polished communicator who can produce board-level materials, manage cross-functional initiatives, and operate with discretion at the most senior levels. This individual thrives in high-ownership environments, is comfortable navigating complex regulatory landscapes, and brings sound commercial judgement to ambiguous, high-stakes situations. This role is a CONTRACT-TO-HIRE position
Key Qualifications:
8–12 years of relevant experience in strategy, Chief of Staff, business management, or advisory roles Big 4 background strongly preferred (Deloitte, PwC, EY or KPMG), ideally within a financial services or banking practice Experience in transaction advisory, corporate finance, financial due diligence, legal/regulatory advisory, or strategy consulting Prior experience in investment, corporate, or transaction banking or with a foreign bank branch operating in the US is highly desirable Sound understanding of the US banking and regulatory environment for foreign banking organizations Proven track record preparing board- and executive-level materials and supporting senior leadership decision-making Strong financial modeling, business case development, and data analysis skills This role is a CONTRACT-TO-HIRE position
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Level
Manager
Location
Bethesda, MD
Occupation
Chief Executives
Industry
Other Management Consulting Services
Posted
11 days ago