Strategic Planning Manager Jobs in Highlands Ranch, CO

Manager, Global Corporate Strategy - Strategic Planning - Denver (Hybrid)
Description Introduction
At Western Union, we're more than a trusted name in global payments. We're moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers. Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. All this with the goal of helping people prosper. Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. Wherever you are in the world, we're committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences. Join us as we go beyond and be part of a team that's redefining what's possible.
Role Responsibilities
As a Manager, Global Corporate Strategy supporting the Strategic Planning function of Western Union, you will play a critical leadership role in the development, execution, and performance management of Western Union's enterprise strategy. You will partner closely with senior leaders across business units and functions to lead strategic planning cycles, ensure alignment to enterprise priorities and drive progress on strategic initiatives globally. This role requires analytical rigor, hypothesis-driven thinking, and executive communication skills combined with an ownership mindset. You will guide and influence stakeholders across the organization, deliver executive-ready insights and materials, and lead high-impact strategic efforts that shape the future of Western Union.
Key responsibilities include:

• Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Lead the annual and multi-year enterprise strategic planning process, including coordination across business units, executive stakeholders, and governance forums.

• Partner with senior leaders to define, align, and refine enterprise-wide strategic priorities and objectives.

• Execution & Initiative Management

• Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives from planning through execution, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and business objectives.

• Establish governance, milestone tracking, and risk mitigation processes to drive accountability and successful delivery.

• Insights, Analytics & Executive Communications

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate business performance, strategic opportunities, and market trends.

• Develop executive-ready presentations, business cases, dashboards, and recommendations for senior leadership, Executive Committee, and Board-level audiences.

• Team & Stakeholder Leadership

• Build and maintain strong partnerships across business units and functions to drive alignment and execution of strategic priorities.

• Provide guidance and influence to cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support enterprise strategy initiatives.

• Occasional travel may be required (10%-25%)

Role Requirements
*Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Basic Qualifications

• 2 - 5+ years of experience in corporate strategy, strategic planning, management consulting, or business transformation.

• 2+ years of experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives with executive-level stakeholders.

• 2+ years of experience conducting quantitative business analysis, financial modeling, business case development, or strategic performance analysis.

• 2+ years of experience developing executive presentations and communications for senior leadership audiences.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with 2+ years of experience building complex analyses, dashboards, financial models, and executive presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field

• Experience conducting market assessments, competitive intelligence, M&A evaluations, or long-range strategic planning initiatives.

• Experience within financial services, fintech, payments, banking, remittances, or digital commerce industries.

• Experience in a corporate strategy function within a global organization.

Description Conclusion
We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what's next.
Western Union is well positioned to become the world's most accessible financial services company, transforming lives and communities. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward. Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You'll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you're ready to help drive the future of financial services, it's time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/
Work Shift
HYBRID - Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.
Location: 7001 E. Belleview Ave, Denver, CO 80237
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your United States specific benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Employee Discount Program

• Parental Leave

• 401K Plan

For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Salary
The base salary range is $115,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year; total on-target earnings include a base salary and short-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates' qualifications, skills, and competencies.
Other Details
As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to careers@westernunion.com.
We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
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Estimated Job Posting End Date:
10-31-2026
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.