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Flagstar Bank

Director - Strategic Sourcing

Troy, MI · On-site

$144 - $249/hr

Position Title Director - Strategic Sourcing Location Troy, MI 48098 Job Summary Responsible for leading and building best in class strategic sourcing category support which includes: developing ...

Clarivate

Global Strategic Account Director

Ann Arbor, MI · Remote

$153K - $192K/yr

The Strategic Account Director is a senior individual contributor responsible for managing, growing, and expanding relationships with key global clients across Life Sciences and Healthcare. This role ...

Brinks

Director, Lean Operations

Detroit, MI · On-site

Brink's is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Lean Operations to lead the enterprise-wide transformation toward operational excellence. This high-impact role will drive continuous ...

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How much do strategic director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for strategic director in Michigan is $117,275.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,700.00 and $159,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a strategic director?

A Strategic Director is a senior leader responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing an organization's long-term goals and strategies. They analyze market trends, assess business opportunities, and ensure that the company’s objectives align with its mission and vision. Typically, they collaborate with other executives to guide overall business direction, allocate resources effectively, and drive organizational growth. Their role requires strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a strategic director?

To thrive as a Strategic Director, you need strong leadership, analytical thinking, and business acumen, typically backed by a degree in business or a related field and significant management experience. Familiarity with strategic planning tools, financial modeling software, and data analytics platforms is often required. Exceptional communication, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills help set successful Strategic Directors apart. These abilities are crucial for developing effective strategies, aligning teams, and driving organizational growth in a competitive environment.

How does a strategic director typically collaborate with other departments to drive organizational goals?

A Strategic Director works closely with leaders across departments—such as marketing, operations, finance, and product development—to align initiatives with the company’s long-term objectives. This role often leads cross-functional meetings, develops unified strategies, and ensures clear communication between teams to avoid siloed efforts. Building consensus and fostering strong partnerships are essential, as the Strategic Director must balance varied perspectives while driving collective progress toward organizational goals. This collaboration not only streamlines decision-making but also enhances the overall effectiveness of strategic initiatives.

What are the most commonly searched types of Strategic jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Strategic jobs in Michigan are:

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Infographic showing various Strategic Director job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,275 per year, or $56.4 per hour.

Director of Compliance

Fife Lake, MI

Forest Area Federal Credit Union
Commercial Banking • 11 - 50 employees
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$69K - $103K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

FAFCU is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Compliance to lead the Credit Union's enterprise compliance program and serve as the designated BSA Officer. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, with primary oversight of BSA/AML/OFAC programs, regulatory change management, vendor compliance risk, fair lending monitoring, consumer compliance, and exam readiness.

The Director of Compliance partners closely with leaders across the organization to develop and maintain effective compliance policies, procedures, controls, and training programs that protect the Credit Union while supporting operational excellence. This position serves as a trusted advisor to management, regulators, and auditors, driving a proactive compliance culture through risk assessments, monitoring, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings strong financial-services compliance experience, expertise in BSA/AML/OFAC regulations, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a passion for helping organizations navigate an evolving regulatory environment while delivering exceptional service to members.

Knowledge and Skills:

Experience 4+ years of experience in credit union, banking, or financial-services compliance/risk roles, with direct BSA/AML/OFAC responsibilities.

Experience serving as a designated BSA Officer.

Education Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Professional certifications such as BSACS, ACAMS, CUCO, NCCO, or equivalent. - Preferred but not required.

Interpersonal Skills Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization for the purpose of first-level conflict resolution, building relationships, and soliciting cooperation.

Discussions involve a higher degree of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication.

Other Skills

Talks to others to convey information effectively. Communicates information and ideas in writing so others will understand. Thorough knowledge of laws, legal codes and government regulations.

Why Forest Area Federal Credit Union?

When you join FAFCU, you become part of a team that lives our core values of:

  • Respect
  • Integrity
  • Empowerment
  • Passion
  • Innovation

We are committed to developing our employees, serving our members with excellence, and making a positive impact throughout the communities we serve.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Paid time off and holidays including your Birthday
  • Professional development opportunities
  • A collaborative, supportive work environment

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to lead a team, make a meaningful impact, and grow your career with a community-focused financial institution, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Forest Area Federal Credit Union family!

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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