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Business Strategy Senior Advisor

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Paid parental leave
Employee wellness programs
remote work options

Job Description

Jack Henry is a leading technology company specializing in financial services solutions that empower community banks and credit unions to deliver seamless, secure, and human-centered banking experiences. With a mission deeply rooted in people-inspired innovation, Jack Henry has been instrumental in transforming the financial services industry by providing cutting-edge digital banking and payment solutions. The company prides itself on fostering a culture of commitment where collaboration, purpose, and excellence are at the forefront of everything. Jack Henry supports its associates’ physical, mental, and financial well-being through exceptional benefits, reinforcing a strong and inclusive workplace environment. The company is dedicated to diversity and equal opportunity, ensuring all employees feel respected, valued, and protected regardless of their background or identity.

This remote role allows candidates within approximately 70 miles of Jack Henry’s office locations in Allen, TX; Birmingham, AL; Cedar Falls, IA; Charlotte, NC; Lenexa, KS; Louisville, KY; Monett, MO; or Springfield, MO to collaborate closely with financial institutions. As an Executive and Management Level Advisor and Consultant, this position operates with autonomy and responsibility providing strategic advisory services to client financial institutions. The role focuses heavily on technology leadership, digital transformation, business process optimization, customer experience enhancement, and regulatory compliance. The incumbent will assess current financial institution practices against industry best practices and develop transformational roadmaps that address business challenges and promote growth.

Key responsibilities include delivering strategic planning and informed proposals that meet client business needs while ensuring excellence in execution. The position demands engagement with senior financial executives and boards, educating them on digital trends and competitive market influences. Analysis of technology effectiveness and digital maturity is fundamental, alongside the design and implementation of large-scale transformational programs that encompass technology, organizational change, communications, and process improvements. Strong communication skills are necessary for facilitating interviews, focus groups, and gathering comprehensive data to support actionable insights and recommendations.

Ideal candidates will hold a bachelor's degree or have equivalent experience, with a minimum of 15 years in the banking or financial services sector or consulting for this industry. This role requires up to 25% travel and values PMP certification or equivalent credentials, broad financial services knowledge, and a proven record of strategic success at major institutions. Candidates are expected to be deadline-driven, highly adaptable, and possess exceptional expertise in technology implementations, organizational design, talent management, and business process management.

Joining Jack Henry means contributing to a company that not only innovates but also prioritizes doing the right thing, doing whatever it takes, and fostering an enjoyable and supportive work environment. Whether seasoned or emerging talent, individuals passionate about shaping the future of financial services technology and delivering superior client value will find this opportunity rewarding and impactful.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 15 years in banking or financial services industry or consulting
  • Ability to travel up to 25 percent
  • Reside within approximately 70 miles of Jack Henry’s specified office locations
  • Must be able to participate in onsite interview or in-person onboarding requirements to verify identity

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in the banking or financial services industry or consulting experience in this space
  • PMP certification or equivalent certification is preferred
  • Broad and extensive knowledge of the financial services industry
  • Demonstrated track record of success in strategy and execution at major financial institutions
  • Outstanding communication and relationship skills
  • Experience implementing best practices in financial services technology including organizational design, talent management and business process management
  • Proven ability to lead major transformative initiatives and programs
  • Deadline and outcome oriented with demonstrated flexibility to adjust to client demands

Job Duties

  • Develops strategies, plans and proposals to address business opportunities and challenges identified by client financial institutions
  • Acts as a trusted partner to financial institution executives
  • Provides education to senior leaders and board members with respect to digital technology industry trends and competitive influences
  • Defines business imperatives and challenges through management consultations, team meetings, case framework analysis, and other applicable strategies
  • Performs current state assessments of technology effectiveness, digital maturity and business process efficiency
  • Designs and implements transformational programs including technology, organization, communications, business process management approaches and strategic programs to support revenue growth, improve customer experience or reduce expenses
  • Conducts interviews, focus groups with stakeholders, managers, executives to gather data, analyze activities and provide feedback

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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