Director Project Management Office

Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Responsible for developing and evolving the processes through which all product prioritization and development is completed. Improves productivity of department through effective delegation, serving as subject matter expert on multiple and complex business activities. Demonstrates perspective and critical thinking that is cross functional, extending beyond immediate area of responsibility. Communicates status of all business unit projects to senior staff, including well developed observations, solutions and recommendations based on strong critical thinking skills. Challenges the status quo by evaluating situations from multiple facets. Manages staff training, development and performance in area of responsibility. Develops relationships, expanding leadership influence to accomplish results through others.

Creates a culture of effective risk management, accountability, and demonstration of risk awareness across the organization.

Major Responsibilities:

• Develops and reviews plans, analyzing workflow, establishes priorities, resolves blockers (

• Meets with department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and others, to solicit cooperation and resolve problems

• Refines processes used to take projects from concept through implementation using the SAFE framework

• Engages in continuous improvement with team to realize increased value to the organization

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Business Administration and Management or Engineering  

• 10+ years Project Management and/or Lean or Safe experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Financial Services experience  

• SAFe (Scale Agile Framework) “SPC4” Certificate

• SAFe (Scale Agile Framework) “Leading Safe” certificate

In Lieu of Education Experience

• 12+ years Project Management and/or Lean or Safe experience

Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on May-26-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $150,500.00 to $228,900.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

• Recognition Program

• Education Assistance

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Support Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.

Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)

Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email HireAccommodation@discover.com. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.