SVP & GM - Venmo
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_onStamford Town Center, Stamford, Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06902, United States
About the Role
As the General Manager for Venmo, you will serve as the strategic leader for this portfolio, bridging the gap between Synchrony Financial's capabilities and the client's evolving needs. This role is designed to drive performance and growth by orchestrating the efforts of Client Development and cross-functional teams. You will be the primary architect of annual plans, ensuring that strategic initiatives are not only developed but effectively executed to meet key business objectives.
In this position, you will act as the face of Synchrony in negotiations and high-level discussions with the client. Your day-to-day involves managing the financial performance of the portfolio, overseeing client metrics, and ensuring that all operations adhere to strict compliance and regulatory standards. You will partner closely with client operations to drive training initiatives and manage gain-share incentives, ensuring a mutually beneficial partnership.
Our Way of Working
Synchrony is committed to flexibility, offering a hybrid work model that allows you to work from home near one of our Hubs or from one of our offices. While the role offers remote flexibility, you are required to commute to your nearest Hub for in-person engagement activities, including regular business meetings, training sessions, and culture events. This balance ensures you remain connected to the team while maintaining the autonomy to manage your workflow effectively.
Joining Synchrony
When you join us, you become part of an inclusive culture where individual skills and voices are valued. We are building a future where everyone can belong and connect, supported by a workforce where more than 50% are engaged in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). These groups provide safe spaces to learn, grow, and turn ideals into action.
We are proud to offer an award-winning culture and ensure that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Career Support Line at 1-866-301-5627 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm CST).
Application Process
To apply, you must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Successful candidates will be required to complete a drug test, background investigation, and fingerprinting as part of the onboarding process. Additionally, you must satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Please note that legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required, and we do not sponsor individuals for employment visas for this position.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
Stamford Town Center, Stamford, Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06902, United States
Stamford, Connecticut
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop and manage strategic action plans to achieve performance targets
- check_circleOwn and drive overall portfolio financial performance and key growth metrics
- check_circleManage weekly and monthly client and corporate reporting
- check_circleAssess client team performance against goals and take proactive action
- check_circleDevelop and maintain excellent working relationships with client groups and stakeholders
- check_circleEnsure adherence to all external and internal compliance and regulatory requirements
- check_circleLead cross-functional client teams to support client needs and deliverables
- check_circleRepresent company interests in negotiations with clients
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's Degree or high school equivalent plus 12+ years business development/client management in credit card, fintech, BNPL, or Digital Wallet platforms
- verifiedMinimum 7 years business development/client management experience in credit card, fintech, BNPL, or Digital Wallet platforms
- verifiedMinimum 5 years negotiation and contract management experience
- verifiedAbility and flexibility to travel for business
- verifiedMust be 18 years or older
- verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent
- verifiedLegal authorization to work in the U.S.
- verifiedAbility to satisfy Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act
Nice to Have
MBA, strong marketing, creative and analytical skills, ability to influence senior corporate decision makers, ability to effectively interface and represent Synchrony Financial at the most senior levels in the client organization, ability to innovate and find creative solutions to meet business goals, proven ability to work independently yet as key member and contributor to a broader team, demonstrated success leading/influencing a team, strong overall knowledge of card business including risk, collections, operations, marketing and finance, superior financial acumen, proven experience with digital forward products and technical knowledge, skilled communicator (both written and verbal) who influences and negotiates with great latitude on outcomes, broad and comprehensive understanding of theories and practices in a discipline, in-depth knowledge of how own function integrates within the business unit and of direct competitors (products/services).
Benefits & Perks
check_circleAnnual Incentive Plan target of 30% of salarycheck_circleAnnual Equity target of 30% of salarycheck_circleFlexible work options including remote work near Hubs or office attendance
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Business Development, Client Management, Negotiation, Contract Management, Marketing, Finance, Risk, Collections, Operations, Digital Wallet.
Education: Bachelor's Degree or high school equivalent with 12+ years experience; MBA preferred.
Frequently asked questions about SVP & GM - Venmo at Synchrony
What does a SVP & GM - Venmo at Synchrony do?expand_more
In this SVP & GM - Venmo at Synchrony role, you will develop and manage strategic action plans to achieve performance targets; own and drive overall portfolio financial performance and key growth metrics; manage weekly and monthly client and corporate reporting; and assess client team performance against goals and take proactive action.
What are the requirements for this SVP & GM - Venmo role?expand_more
To qualify for the SVP & GM - Venmo at Synchrony position, applicants should have: Bachelor's Degree or high school equivalent plus 12+ years business development/client management in credit card, fintech, BNPL, or Digital Wallet platforms; Minimum 7 years business development/client management experience in credit card, fintech, BNPL, or Digital Wallet platforms; Minimum 5 years negotiation and contract management experience; Ability and flexibility to travel for business; Must be 18 years or older; and High school diploma or equivalent.
Where is the SVP & GM - Venmo role at Synchrony located?expand_more
SVP & GM - Venmo at Synchrony is based in Stamford Town Center, Stamford, Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06902, United States. This is a hybrid role.
Is this SVP & GM - Venmo job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Synchrony has listed this SVP & GM - Venmo role as hybrid.
How much experience is required for this SVP & GM - Venmo role?expand_more
SVP & GM - Venmo at Synchrony typically requires 12+ years of relevant experience at the executive level.
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Key skills for SVP & GM - Venmo at Synchrony include Business Development; Client Management; Negotiation; Contract Management; Marketing; Finance; Risk; and Collections.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree or high school equivalent with 12+ years experience; and MBA preferred.
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SVP & GM - Venmo at Synchrony is part of the sales job category on Recrutus.