Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

As the Empower Personal Wealth Strategic Initiatives Program Director, you will lead execution of Empower’s multi‑year Personal Wealth strategy, driving programs that create measurable business impact. You will establish program frameworks, success metrics, and delivery roadmaps, while ensuring executive alignment and clear communication. This role requires exceptional leadership, strong business acumen, and the ability to collaborate across technology, operations, product, marketing, finance, and enterprise strategy teams.

What you will do

• Design, plan, and execute strategic programs that align to Empower’s Personal Wealth priorities

• Define program objectives, financial impacts, success metrics, and governance structures

• Drive cross‑functional alignment with technology, product, marketing, operations, and finance partners

• Oversee the Personal Wealth operating plan including portfolio prioritization and resource alignment

• Develop and deliver executive‑level communications, updates, and decision‑ready materials

• Evaluate program performance using analytics, KPIs, and operational insights

• Identify potential risks, escalate effectively, and ensure mitigation plans maintain program momentum

• Develop business improvement proposals including requirements, business rules, and financial analysis

• Lead change efforts that promote adoption of new best practices and performance accountability

• Promote transparency, alignment, and strong stakeholder engagement across all program workstreams

What you will bring

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in financial services with a proven track record of experience in a leadership or strategic management role

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, or equivalent experience

• Extensive experience in strategic program management, transformation, or large‑scale initiative delivery

• Strong understanding of business operations, strategic planning, and enterprise alignment

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality results under tight timelines

• Experience with analytics tools, reporting structures, and program management methodologies

• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders

• Exceptional relationship‑building skills across all levels and business functions

• Strategic mindset with ability to assess complex issues and craft effective solutions

• Executive presence with strong communication and presentation capabilities

• Advanced problem‑solving skills with experience resolving cross‑functional challenges

• Commitment to Empower’s mission and to delivering positive outcomes for associates and clients

What will set you apart

• Experience managing enterprise portfolios or multi‑year transformation strategies

• Deep familiarity with the Personal Wealth business and Empower’s customer landscape

• Ability to translate financial, operational, and customer data into executive‑ready insights

• Strong capability in designing and implementing change management at scale

• Skilled facilitator able to drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups

• History of leading organizations through periods of change and strategic evolution

• Proven ability to develop and communicate strategic frameworks and business cases

• Success influencing executives to drive decision‑making without direct authority

• Strong analytical capabilities using data to inform recommendations and performance measures

• Demonstrated passion for building high‑performance cultures and improving business outcomes

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) –  BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer •  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

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