Sr. Director, Corporate Strategy at WEX

Portland, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Dec, 25

Salary

260000.0

Posted On

28 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Corporate Strategy, Market Research, Financial Modeling, Scenario Planning, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Team Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Mentoring, Strategic Planning, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Leadership, Customer-Centric Approach, Adaptability

Industry

Software Development

Description

Sr. Director, Corporate Strategy Location: Remote, with a requirement to reside within 30 miles of one of the following locations: Portland, ME; Boston, MA & Washington, DC. Who we are WEX is an innovative payments and technology company looking to forge the way in a rapidly changing environment, with a goal to simplify the business of doing business for our customers, freeing them to spend more time, with less worry, on the things they love. About The Role We are looking for a candidate who wants to be a part of shaping the future of a dynamic growth company. If you are passionate about translating complex market dynamics into actionable strategies, this is a great opportunity to make a sustained impact. In this crucial role, you will report directly to the Senior Vice President of Strategy to help drive our short, medium and long-term strategy. You will work with a team of talented strategists to craft a compelling vision for our future, identify new market opportunities and work on strategic projects across WEX. This individual will serve in a flexible capacity to own and drive a portfolio of strategic projects, including business strategy, market research and analysis, priority setting, and execution planning. This individual will play a critical role in defining WEX’s strategic direction and partnering to resolve some of our most critical strategic questions. This position sits within the Chief Strategy Officer organization and will be expected to partner closely across our commercial, product, finance and operational teams. At this time this position is an independent contributor but over time it is expected this role will expand with direct responsibility of multiple direct reports. Travel is expected ~20-30% annually What You Will Do: ● Partner across the organization, including senior leadership, to define our long-term strategic direction and success criteria. ● Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex business and corporate strategy projects in close collaboration with a highly matrixed set of stakeholders. ● Conduct in-depth analyses of market trends, competitive landscapes, and potential risks and opportunities. ● Develop and evaluate strategic options, using financial modeling and scenario planning techniques. ● Support, train, mentor and upskill more junior members of the Strategy Team ● Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure broad stakeholder alignment and buy-in to strategic outputs and the overall strategy. ● In partnership with the Senior Leadership, execute against the strategic planning process, including facilitating strategic thinking sessions and developing presentations for the Executive Leadership Team and the Board of Directors. ● Partner with the Office of the CEO to track and measure the performance of strategic initiatives and recommend course corrections as needed. Who You Are: ● An experienced leader with a proven track record of developing and implementing successful corporate and/or functional strategies. ● An MBA or equivalent degree in business, economics, or a related field. ● 10+ years of experience in corporate strategy, business development, or a similar role ● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. ● A solid team player with a customer-centric approach ● A strong sense of ownership in your work ● Deadline-driven, organized and able to multitask ● Hunger to sprint/hustle from one project to the next, and iterate quickly ● Comfortable with ambiguous, ever-changing situations ● Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels. ● A collaborative and team-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Bonus Points: ● 5+ years of experience at a top-tier Strategy firm [e.g. McKinsey, BCG or Bain]. ● Experience in B2B Payments, particularly open-loop (i.e. Visa, Mastercard) economics, technologies, and commercialization ● Prior professional experience in the mobility, Health Benefits, or Travel verticals ● Expertise in financial modeling and scenario planning. ● A strong understanding of M&A and other corporate development activities. The base pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay rates will vary and will be based on various factors, such as your qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Base pay is one component of WEX's total compensation package. Most sales positions are eligible for commission under the terms of an applicable plan. Non-sales roles are typically eligible for a quarterly or annual bonus based on their role and applicable plan. WEX's comprehensive and market competitive benefits are designed to support your personal and professional well-being. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurances, retirement savings plan, paid time off, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more. For more information, check out the "About Us" section. Pay Range: $195,000.00 - $260,000.00 WEX is a global commerce platform that helps businesses solve for operational complexities like employee benefits, managing and mobilizing fleets, and streamlining payments. With over 6,500 employees, we work with large and small companies in more than 200 countries and territories, and can tailor our services to meet the unique needs of their businesses. We hire people who share our passion for continuous innovation and client service that is unparalleled in the industry. Offering comprehensive and market competitive benefits, our offerings are designed to support your personal and professional well-being. If you’re looking for a growing career - come be part of WEX today. To learn more about our employee benefits, please click here. WEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability or other protected status. WEX promotes a drug-free workplace. Qualified individuals with a disability have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. If you require a reasonable accommodation as a result of your disability at any point in the job application process, please submit your request through our Reasonable Accommodation Request Form. This form is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Responsibilities

The Sr. Director of Corporate Strategy will partner across the organization to define long-term strategic direction and lead complex business strategy projects. This role involves conducting market analyses, developing strategic options, and ensuring alignment among stakeholders.