ChimeStrategy and Growth InitiativesRemote

Senior Director, Strategy and Growth Initiatives

San Francisco, CA, USAFull-timeDirector$253,000 – $350,000
Posted Aug 28, 2026Deadline: Keep Open
Job SnapshotActively hiring
LocationSan Francisco, CA, USA
Job typeFull-time
Salary$253,000 – $350,000
DeadlineKeep Open

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Experience level
Director
Work style
Remote
Visa sponsorship
Not specified
Salary
$253,000 – $350,000
Key skills
GoFinancial Modeling

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What you'll own

Lead high‑impact strategic initiatives, translate long‑term vision into actionable cross‑functional plans, and drive measurable growth outcomes.

What they're looking for

10+ years in strategy or consulting within fintech/financial services, an MBA (or equivalent), strong analytical and financial modeling skills, and proven ability to influence senior leaders.

Why this role matters

The role shapes the company’s long‑term strategy and ensures execution across product, marketing, and analytics, directly impacting Chime’s mission to unlock financial progress for millions.

Fintech requirements

Visa sponsorship: No
Work arrangement: remote

About this role

About the role

We are hiring for a Sr. Director, Strategy and Growth Initiatives to help define and drive the long-term strategy and growth of the company. As our Sr. Director, you’ll identify where the business should go next, shape the long-term vision with senior leadership, and turn that into actionable initiatives that drive durable growth. You’ll work across Product, Marketing, Analytics, and other functions to solve the company’s most important and ambiguous problems, and ensure those strategies translate into real outcomes.

The base salary offered for this role and level of experience will begin at $253,000.00 and up to $350,000.00. Full-time employees are also eligible for a bonus, competitive equity package, and benefits. The actual base salary offered may be higher, depending on your location, skills, qualifications, and experience.

In this role, you can expect to

  • Identify and lead high-impact strategic initiatives that drive long-term growth and business durability
  • Analyze market, competitor, and consumer trends to inform company strategy and priorities
  • Partner closely with senior leaders to shape long-term vision and drive alignment across the organization
  • Translate strategy into actionable plans and ensure initiatives are executed across cross-functional teams
  • Develop deep analytical insights and research to support decision-making and prioritization
  • Influence decisions and drive accountability across Product, Marketing, Analytics, and other functions
  • Lead complex problem-solving efforts and guide project teams to deliver measurable business outcomes

To thrive in this role, you have

  • 10+ years of experience in strategy/management consulting, corporate strategy, or operating roles within financial services or fintech
  • An MBA or equivalent experience
  • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment across complex organizationsx
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including financial modeling and data-driven decision making
  • Experience leading and managing project teams and driving initiatives end-to-end
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate insights into clear recommendations
  • Deep experience in fintech/financial services and/or hands-on experience with data analysis, market research, or product analytics (preferred)

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A little about us

At Chime, we believe that everyone can achieve financial progress. We created Chime—a financial technology company, not a bank*—on the premise that core banking services should be helpful, easy, and free. Through our user-friendly tools and intuitive platforms, we empower our members to take control of their finances and work towards their goals. Whether it's starting a savings account, purchasing a first car or home, launching a business, or pursuing higher education, we're proud to have helped millions unlock their financial potential.

We're a team of problem solvers, dreamers, and builders with one shared obsession: our members. From day one, Chimers have worked tirelessly to out-hustle and out-execute competitors to bring our mission to life. Their grit and determination inspire us to work harder every day to deliver the very best experience possible. We each bring an owner's mindset to our work, refusing to be outdone and holding ourselves accountable to meet and exceed the highest bars for our teams, our company, and our members.

We believe in being bold, dreaming big, and taking risks, while also working together, embracing our diverse perspectives, and giving each other honest feedback. Our culture remains deeply entrepreneurial, encouraging every Chimer to see themselves as stewards of our mission to help everyday Americans unlock their financial progress. 

We know that to achieve our mission, we must earn and keep people's trust—so we hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity in everything we do. These aren't just words on a wall—our values are embedded in every aspect of our business, serving as a north star that guides us as we work to help millions achieve their financial potential.

Because if we don't—who will?

*Chime is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by The Bancorp Bank, N.A. or Stride Bank, N.A., Members FDIC.

What we offer for our full-time, regular employees

  • 🏢 Our in-office work policy is designed to keep you connected - with four days a week in the office and Fridays from home for those near one of our offices, plus team and company-wide events depending on location. Whether you’re coming in regularly or are part of our fully remote program, you’ll stay engaged with your work and teammates.
  • 💻 Benefits that support your work and life, including backup child, elder, and pet care and subsidized commuter benefits for eligible employees.
  • ✨ Comprehensive health, financial, and wellbeing benefits designed to support you at every stage of life.
  • 🏝 Generous vacation policy and company-wide paid days off
  • 🫂 1% of your time off to support local community organizations of your choice
  • 👟 Annual wellness stipend to use towards eligible wellness related expenses
  • 👶 Up to 22 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 12 weeks of paid parental leave for non-birthing parents
  • 👪 Access to family planning reimbursement
  • 💚 A challenging and fulfilling opportunity to join one of the most experienced teams in FinTech and help millions unlock financial progress

We know that great work can’t be done without a diverse team and inclusive environment. That’s why we specifically look for individuals of varying strengths, skills, backgrounds, and ideas to join our team. We believe this gives us a competitive advantage to better serve our members and helps us all grow as Chimers and individuals.

Chime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis under provincial, federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Cook County Ordinance, NYC Fair Chance Act, and the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance, and consistent with Canadian provincial and federal laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact: accommodations@chime.com.

To learn more about how Chime collects and uses your personal information during the application process, please see the Chime Applicant Privacy Notice.

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