Your opportunity

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

Schwab is building out a Transformation Management Office (TMO) to accelerate large, cross-enterprise transformation across the firm. This organization partners closely with teams across Schwab to support all facets of transformation, from identifying and prioritizing opportunities, to implementing and executing transformation programs, to evolving skillsets and mindsets.

The TMO is seeking a Director of Business Transformation with three key mandates. First, the Director of Business Transformation will develop cross enterprise strategic perspectives on an as-needed basis to create a common fact base across partners to progress strategic priorities. Second, the Director of Business Transformation will lead one or more transformation initiatives in partnership with teams across the firm focused on cross-functional capabilities that drive greater scale and efficiency while improving the client experience. Third, as a member of a newly forming team, the Director of Business Transformation will help shape the culture of the TMO team and how we work. Please note: This is an individual contributor position and has no direct reports.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate closely with TMO team members and key stakeholders to drive transformation efforts from beginning to end (e.g., defining strategy, designing plans, and facilitating handoffs)Develop a deep, thoughtful understanding of each business area we are supportingLead transformation strategy, planning, and roadmapping efforts, including quickly activating stakeholders and initiating bodies of workDevelop strategic perspectives on a variety of transformation special topics to create a common understanding across business partners and inform business plansSupport implementation and execution of transformation work, which includes adapting plans as needed and proactively managing risks and issuesFoster strong relationships with stakeholders, amplify engagement, and ensure needs are met throughout the transformation efforts (e.g., ensuring alignment with the vision, sustaining a sense of excitement and enthusiasm, ensuring field readiness, etc.)Work closely with other TMO leaders and team members to ensure alignment and coordination across related initiativesContribute to the culture of the team and how we work; help to establish team norms and processesSupport the broader portfolio of TMO initiatives by providing surge support where neededHelp strengthen Schwab’s overall “transformation muscle” by regularly contributing to transformation best practices and supporting broader Transformation communications

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Strategic thinker – Can break down complex problems; plans and prioritizes thoughtfully; thinks through situations from multiple perspectives and anglesAbility to quickly activate work and teams to get things done – Can quickly and thoughtfully organize stakeholders and scopes of work, influences without authorityEffective communicator – Can explain concepts and details to a variety of audiences; effectively facilitates discussions; develops effective communications, presentations, and other documentsLow ego, adaptable team player – Highly comfortable with ambiguity, and adapts quickly to changesOne Schwab mindset – Gathers and applies learnings, best practices, examples, etc. from other initiatives to drive consistency where possibleStrong relationship builder – Possesses interpersonal and teamwork skills to collaborate with stakeholders across the firm; understands; understands importance of building, developing, and maintaining relationships to help guide and accelerate workSelf-starter – Thrives in a fast-paced work environment with a positive attitude, and strong focus on executional certainty, and bias for actionWhat you have

To ensure that we have fulfilled our promise of "challenging the status quo," this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.

Required Qualifications:

10+ years of work experience, including at least 5 years of working in roles related to transformation, such as strategy, consulting, or program management Ability to develop high-level strategies and translate into actionable plans while aligning diverse teamsAbility to build strong relationships and influence senior leaders, peers, and teams across different functionsExperience developing and implementing transformation strategies, plans, and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with the company’s vision and goalsAbility to craft compelling narratives for senior executives and diverse audiencesStrong executive presence, including demonstrated oral, written, and visual communications skills

Preferred Qualifications

Strong preference towards financial services experience

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities

What’s in it for you

At Schwab, we’re committed to empowering our employees’ personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you’ll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase planPaid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positionsPaid parental leave and family building benefitsTuition reimbursementHealth, dental, and vision insurance Apply Save job