Head of Strategy and Implementation

Responsibilities

• The Head of Elan Strategy & Implementation is responsible for defining, governing, and executing the long-term strategy, roadmap, and transformation agenda for the Elan Program.
• This executive serves as the central architect of Elan's future‑state strategy and the primary leader responsible for translating strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes.
• The leader will work across Product, Sales, Marketing, Technology, Operations, Finance, Risk, and Partner Management functions to identify opportunities, prioritize investments, and drive implementation of transformational initiatives.

• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in financial services, payments, card issuing, consulting, strategy, technology, or business transformation.
• Significant experience leading enterprise‑wide strategic initiatives and transformation programs.
• Experience developing business strategies and translating them into operational execution.
• Strong understanding of financial institution partnerships, payments, credit cards, or related financial services businesses preferred.

Demonstrates expertise in defining and executing long‑term strategies within financial services, with a focus on driving transformational initiatives and measurable business outcomes. Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and develop business strategies that align with operational execution.