Business Support - Operations

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented professional to serve as a Business Support Specialist. This hybrid role combines project coordination data analysis and administrative support for the Operations Transformation Team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with senior leadership managing multiple priorities and contributing to high-impact initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams while developing relationships that value your input and execution.  

While receiving a moderate level of guidance and direction you will be responsible for coordinating and managing the day-to-day running of this Operations area. Day-to-day running may cover activities such as incident management tracking resource management light project tasks and support. You may also be responsible for budgeting forecasting and monitoring costs and may also be involved in strategic business planning and change management initiatives. Furthermore builds knowledge of the company processes and customers when liaising with the other business areas such as human resources legal & compliance and business partners which may also be an integral part of the role.

Primary responsibilities include

• Responsible for contributing to the development and implementation of the business support strategy that is aligned with organizational goals and objects.
• Involvement with business support strategy may also include responsibilities assisting in identifying areas for improvement in business support processes systems and workflows.
• Responsible for team coordination and support which includes coordinating and supporting the activities of the business support team ensuring efficient and effective operations.
• Responsible for stakeholder engagement which includes contributing consultative support to stakeholders ensuring effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Responsible for process execution and improvement which includes identifying opportunities to improve and streamline business support processes.

• Responsible for service delivery and performance which involves assisting in ensuring the delivery of high-quality business support services to internal stakeholders and collaborating with the team to address issues or bottlenecks in service delivery and seek opportunities for continuous improvement.

  
  

Qualifications 

• Advanced Word PowerPoint and Excel skills
• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
• Strong organizational skills
• Working collaboratively with team members across line of business and staff areas
• Ability to influence partners across lines of business

Education Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education/experience required

Hours & Work Schedule

• Hours per Week: 40
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Hybrid: 4 days per week on-site (Johnston RI or Westwood MA) 1 day remote

Pay Transparency
The salary range for this position is $78000 - $110000 per year plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location and relevant skills and experience.

We offer competitive pay comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage retirement benefits maternity/paternity leave flexible work arrangements education reimbursement wellness programs and more. Note Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory paid sick or paid time-away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits.

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