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We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.\nFounded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.\nGEICO is seeking an accomplished, customer-obsessed, and results-oriented Director of Strategy & Operations to lead key transformation and operational priorities for the Tech organization. This leader will manage a team of ~13-15 people responsible for Tech-wide culture and engagement initiatives, the Tech return-to-office (RTO) program, change management for major Tech-wide initiatives, and Tech’s centralized Executive Assistant (EA) support function.\nThis is a hybrid position, requiring on-site presence 2-3 days a week at one of the following locations: Palo Alto, CA; Bethesda, MD.\nJob Responsibilities\nDesign, build, and continuously improve Tech’s operating rhythms and high-performance culture to accelerate delivery against customer and business objectives. \nLead multiple teams responsible for cultural transformation, change management, talent resource management, and operational support. \nSet the strategy and drive execution for the Tech RTO program, including operational readiness and change coordination as Technology office hubs become available. \nOversee the centralized EA support function for Application Engineering/Product, Design, AI, Strategy, Analytics, and Operations. \nPartner across Business, HR and Recruiting, Finance, Communications, Risk and Compliance, Real Estate, and other stakeholder groups to improve the speed, efficiency, and effectiveness of Tech delivery. \nEstablish the performance framework for the portfolio and advise Tech senior leadership on progress, readiness, risks, decisions, and measurable business outcomes. \nEstablish governance and decision-making mechanisms for key Tech-wide initiatives, proactively escalating risks, resolving cross-functional dependencies and competing priorities, and holding teams accountable for measurable outcomes. \nSet the strategy for key Tech-wide culture and engagement initiatives in partnership with the People Group and Communications teams, strengthening associate connection, leadership alignment, and organizational effectiveness. \nSet the change management strategy for major Tech-wide initiatives, including stakeholder alignment, impact assessment, communications, leader readiness, associate engagement, and adoption planning. \nProvide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities that enable team members to grow, perform, and succeed. \nWhat You Will Bring\nStrong understanding of project management, technology development, and operating model disciplines. \nProven experience developing and managing organizational operating cadences and high-performance culture programs. \nAbility to synthesize operational, financial, and performance data into insights that inform strategic decisions. \nExcellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization. \nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor's degree required. \nAt least 10 years of experience in product, project, change management, strategy, or operations roles. \nAt least 5 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex initiatives. \nAt least 3 years of experience in the P&C Insurance Industry. \nPreferred Qualifications\nDemonstrated ability to advise senior executives, influence decisions across complex organizational boundaries, and establish governance for enterprise-scale initiatives. \nExperience leading enterprise-scale transformation, workforce, workplace, or operating model initiatives and translating strategy into measurable outcomes. \nStrong business judgment and organizational leadership, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, competing priorities, and sensitive organizational matters. \nLean Six Sigma, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Product Manager (CPM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Design Thinking, or Leadership and Management certifications preferred. \nAnnual Salary\n$153,750.00 - $256,250.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.\nAt this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.The GEICO Pledge:\nGreat Company: Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.\nGreat Careers: Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.\nGreat Culture: Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.\nGreat Rewards: Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.\nThe equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. 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