Director, Strategic

Overview

The opportunities available at BECU—an institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets—center on supporting people, not just profits. Since 1935, BECU has committed itself to serving its members, communities, and employees through a purpose‑driven culture that shapes belonging and drives positive impact. Business and technology transformation is on the horizon, making it an exciting time to be part of BECU.

The Target Pay Range for this position is $173,500 – $211,900 annually. The full Pay Range is $135,100 – $250,600 annually. Compensation decisions factor in relevant skills, experience, education, and training. Incentive compensation is performance‑based and varies by role.

• 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
• 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
• Medical, Dental, and Vision (family contributions included)
• PTO Program + Exchange Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match

In this role you will shape and drive operational excellence across a complex, high‑impact division. You will partner directly with senior leaders to align priorities, resources, and outcomes so the business moves forward with clarity and purpose. You will influence decisions, strengthen planning processes, and help the organization navigate change with confidence, ensuring teams connect across product, operations, and member‑facing functions.

Your leadership will accelerate the division’s ability to deliver meaningful results for members and the organization.

We require candidates to reside in WA, OR, , AZ, TX, GA, SC, NC, CA, or VA. If you live in Washington state and can commute to our headquarters in Tukwila on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, you are expected to come in. Otherwise you may work remotely from any approved location. All employees—remote or onsite—are fully integrated into our collaborative environment.

• Drive Strategic Initiatives – Partner with senior leaders to bring divisional strategies to life and ensure initiatives are aligned, prioritized, and executed effectively.
• Act as a Thought Partner – Provide internal consulting to leaders and teams to shape business growth strategies and operational improvements.
• Lead Process Improvement – Identify opportunities to enhance workflows and systems, and lead implementation of solutions that improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Strengthen Planning & Cadence – Design and lead scalable planning processes—from quarterly planning to ongoing business rhythms—ensuring consistency and clarity.
• Guide Cross‑Functional Teams – Collaborate across product, operations, marketing, and more, ensuring alignment and strong execution across work streams.
• Support Leadership Forums – Plan and facilitate leadership meetings, business reviews, and recognition programs that drive engagement and accountability.
• Elevate Division Communication – Design and maintain communication strategies that keep teams informed, aligned, and connected to priorities and performance.
• Create Executive‑Level Content – Develop high‑impact presentations, reports, and updates that enable informed decision‑making at the senior leadership level.
• Support Risk Management – Coordinate operational risk activities, including business continuity and data governance efforts.
• Ensure Compliance – Uphold policies and regulations while ensuring processes and documentation are accurate and effective.
• Enable Strategic Planning & Budgeting – Support end‑to‑end planning processes, translating strategy into actionable, measurable plans.
• Represent the Division – Participate in cross‑functional committees and working groups, serving as a trusted voice of the division.

• Executive Exposure – Work directly with senior leaders and executive stakeholders, influencing strategy at the highest levels.
• Strategic Impact – Shape how a division operates, plans, and evolves beyond traditional program management.
• Dynamic Environment – Thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving organization where innovation, change, and continuous improvement are the norm.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in…