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Forhyre

Generative AI Strategist

Phoenix, AZ

$120.60K - $155.90K/yr

Embark on a transformative journey at the forefront of innovation as a Generative AI Strategist ... Engage in discussions about intricate industry-specific concepts with executives, line managers ...

Acxiom

Industry Strategist Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$120.60K - $155.90K/yr

Strategic Alignment: * Understand the broader Acxiomandagencystrategiesand how individual ... Proactivelyidentifyopportunities for improvement and innovation within sales support management.

Arizona Liver Health

AR Process Strategist

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

... medical innovation through leading clinical trials, ensuring patient safety and regulatory ... Research A/R Manager Work location: Onsite in Chandler (8am-5pm) Job Summary The Accounts ...

Perkins Coie LLP

Pursuit Strategist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$120.60K - $155.90K/yr

Develop, organize, and manage content for pursuits and related collateral within the firm ... Innovation * Adopt and promote the use of marketing technology and tools. * Identify opportunities ...

Arizona Liver Health

AR Process Strategist

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

... medical innovation through leading clinical trials, ensuring patient safety and regulatory ... Research A/R Manager Work location: Onsite in Chandler (8am-5pm) Job Summary The Accounts ...

Paychex

Revenue AI & Automation Strategist

Tempe, AZ

$149.80K - $235.40K/yr

... innovation. Its purpose is to translate business friction points and moments that matter into ... Master's Degree in Operations Management / Business Process Management / Business Administration ...

Paychex

Revenue AI & Automation Strategist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$149.80K - $235.40K/yr

... innovation. Its purpose is to translate business friction points and moments that matter into ... Master's Degree in Operations Management / Business Process Management / Business Administration ...

Pwc

RFM AI Governance Manager

Phoenix, AZ

$73.50K - $244K/yr

You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same ... As a Manager, you will lead teams and manage client accounts, focusing on strategic planning and ...

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What is the difference between Manager Innovation Strategist vs Product Manager?

AspectManager Innovation StrategistProduct Manager
Primary FocusDeveloping innovation strategies and fostering new ideasOverseeing product development and lifecycle
Required SkillsCreativity, strategic thinking, industry knowledgeProject management, market analysis, technical understanding
Work EnvironmentCross-functional teams, R&D departmentsEngineering, marketing, design teams
Common CertificationsInnovation management, strategic planningAgile, Scrum, PMP

The Manager Innovation Strategist focuses on identifying and implementing innovative ideas to drive growth, while the Product Manager manages specific products throughout their lifecycle. Both roles require strategic thinking and collaboration, but their core responsibilities differ significantly in scope and focus.

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Business Initiatives Manager - Innovation Leadership Program (iLead)

Business Initiatives Manager - Innovation Leadership Program (iLead)

Western Alliance Bank

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

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Job description

Job Title:

Business Initiatives Manager - Innovation Leadership Program (iLead)

Location:

CityScape

What you'll do:

This development program helps participants strengthen their business acumen, build practical credit skills, and develop an innovationfocused mindset. Participants will gain a strong grounding in credit fundamentals, enhanced through a targeted development track that strengthens their credit expertise and prepares them to lead with insight and innovation. Training will also incorporate process optimization concepts, emerging uses of AI, and the essentials of change management to support wellrounded, strategic decisionmaking. Throughout the program, they will work on highimpact projects that shape the future of Western Alliance Bank, accelerate their careers as innovation leaders, expand their professional networks, and engage closely with senior executives across the enterprise.

DigitalAssets ProductManagement Overview

The Digital Assetsteamis responsible foridentifyingand developing innovative solutions that enhance Western Alliance Bank's product capabilities, improve client experience, and strengthen operational efficiency. This team plays a key role in advancing firstlineofdefense (1LOD) risk management while designingnext generationdigital payment and onboarding solutions.

The group collaborates closely with the Digital Assets Group (DAG), Technology, Operations, Risk, and Product partners to evaluate emerging market trends, assess digital asset opportunities, develop wallet capabilities, and create digital onboarding solutions powered by AI and modern APIs. Through this work, the team supports strategic initiatives that drive growth, deepen client engagement, and expand Western Alliance Bank's digital footprint.

Track Overview

The Digital Assetstrack will provide theparticipantwith direct experience in product development, digital innovation, operations, and 1LOD risk management. A key focusinthis track will be supporting a strategic initiative to build and launch a digital wallet offering-an innovation that aligns with the bank's broader digital strategy and growthobjectives.

Theparticipantwill conduct market research,assistin the development of the product strategy, and help create project plans across the product lifecycle. They will support financial modeling in partnership with FP&A, contribute to policy creation to ensure strong risk controls, and help designAI-drivenonboarding capabilities that enhance customer experience and operational excellence.

Throughout this track, the participant will work closely with DAG andcross functionalpartners to bring innovative concepts to life, influence the future of digital product capabilities, and strengthen the bank's competitive position in the payments and digital assets ecosystem.

This is an eighteen-month program that serves as a pathway into a longterm career with Western Alliance Bank. After 12 months, participants may beconsidered forfulltime opportunities, contingent on performance and supported by our Talent team through the application and selection process.

What you'll need:

  • MBA or master's degree in a related field completed within the last three years and before the start of the program.

  • Two to five years of related experience in product management, financial services, technology, payments, operations, risk management, strategy, or data analysis.

  • Demonstrated history of acting as a change agent and taking initiative.

  • Desire to innovate, disrupt, and improve.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset.

  • Demonstrated leadership, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel) and other presentation tools.

  • Ability to work both independently and oncross functionalteams.

  • Comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment.

  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse stakeholders.

Additional Track Skills

  • Strong interest in operational excellence, service quality, and process improvement.

  • Ability to read and interpret policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

  • Analytical mindset with strongcritical thinkingandproblem-solvingskills.

  • Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

  • Strong understanding of general banking operations, fraud mitigation, and quality control concepts (or ability to learn quickly).

Benefits you'll love:
We offer all the important things you'd want - like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!

About the company:

Western Alliance Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation. Alliance Bank of Arizona, Alliance Association Bank, Bank of Nevada, Bridge Bank, First Independent Bank, and Torrey Pines Bank are divisions of Western Alliance Bank; Member FDIC. AmeriHome Mortgage is a Western Alliance Bank company.

Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to equal employment and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, nation origin, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetic information. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process and/or need an alternative method of applying, please email HR@westernalliancebank.com or call 602-386-2488. When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests that involve a reasonable accommodation in the application process.

Western Alliance Bancorporation

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