Executive Lead, Innovation & Strategy

Title: Executive Lead, Innovation & Strategy

Organization: WorkMoney, Inc.

Reporting to: Chief of Staff

Location: United States / Remote, <10% travel

Term: Permanent, Full-Time, Exempt, requires U.S. work authorization

Compensation: $260,000.00 - $300,000.00 Annually

Deadline: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis

About WorkMoney, Inc.

At WorkMoney.org, we are dedicated to enhancing the financial well-being of hard working Americans. Founded on the belief of the American dream, we strive to provide our members with the tools, resources, and support they need to navigate their financial journeys with confidence. 

We don't stop at individual support. At WorkMoney, we believe in systemic change and actively advocate for policies that promote economic fairness and opportunity. By amplifying the voices of our members and partnering with policymakers, we strive to create a more just and equitable economic landscape.

We believe that financial stability should be accessible for everyone and we're here to make that a reality. By offering financial tools and resources, fostering a supportive environment and championing policy changes, we empower our members to take control of their finances and build a more secure future.  

Join us at WorkMoney, Inc. and become part of a movement dedicated to making sure all Americans can afford to live a good life.

About the Executive Lead, Innovation & Strategy position

The Executive Lead for Innovation & Strategy is a senior leadership position within the Office of the CEO responsible for helping align and steward WorkMoney’s priority programs and policy initiatives across its multiple entities. This leader partners across teams and leadership to coordinate program design, delivery, evaluation, policy engagement, and strategic planning, serving as a key driver of programmatic impact and organizational priorities.

Through a combination of strategic insight, systems thinking, relationship management, and execution leadership, the Senior Advisor helps guide high-priority initiatives, navigate organizational complexity, and strengthen alignment across WorkMoney’s broader ecosystem. This role reports to the Chief of Staff and works in close coordination with the Chief Executive Officer, other Executive Leads, the Executive Director, and WorkMoney’s executive leadership teams.

• Lead and collaborate within the Office of the CEO and across WorkMoney entities on strategic planning for programming and priority initiatives requiring cross-functional program engagement, including member engagement, financial empowerment, and advocacy initiatives.
• Partner closely with the CEO, Executive Director, Chief of Staff, and executive leadership teams to shape and advance WorkMoney’s programmatic and policy priorities across entities.
• Help design and strengthen organizational approaches to program development, delivery, evaluation, and strategic learning to ensure initiatives are scalable, mission-centered, and impactful.
• Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, accountability structures, decision points, and measurable outcomes across enterprise-level initiatives.
• Provide strategic guidance and thought partnership to programmatic and policy leaders as they navigate complexity, competing priorities, and organizational growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across WorkMoney entities, serving as a connector across programs, policy, advocacy, communications, and external partnerships.
• Represent WorkMoney’s programmatic vision and strategic priorities with external stakeholders, including partners, funders, advisors, and peer organizations, as appropriate.
• Support executive leadership in identifying emerging opportunities, risks, and challenges related to programmatic growth, policy engagement, and member impact.
• Track and communicate program outcomes, member impact metrics, and the overall health of strategic initiatives.

Must haves

• 10+ years of progressively senior experience in program development, public policy, advocacy, strategy, or related fields.
• Extensive experience partnering closely with executive leaders, senior stakeholders, and boards on high-priority initiatives spanning multiple organizational entities.
• Proven success designing, scaling, and coordinating complex, multi-audience programs, ideally within consumer-facing, advocacy, membership, or financial services environments.
• Experience engaging in federal, state, or local policy processes, with the ability to translate strategic goals into actionable programming and organizational priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams while driving accountability and achieving organizational goals.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to move fluidly between program design, policy advocacy, operational execution, and data-informed decision-making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence senior stakeholders, navigate cross-functional environments, and translate complex ideas into clear action.
• Collaborative working style with strong relationship-building skills and the ability to operate effectively within a matrixed organization.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to navigate sensitive or high-stakes situations with integrity and confidentiality.

Nice to haves

• Prior experience in mission-driven, advocacy, social impact, or membership-oriented organizations.

At WorkMoney, Inc., we're proud to offer a robust benefits package designed to support your overall well-being and professional growth. In addition to competitive salaries, we invest in your success and create a work environment that's as dynamic and rewarding as the work we do! We fully cover the premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance, our retirement plan includes up to a 6% employer match and we contribute toward your student debt repayment. You'll enjoy five weeks of paid vacation each year, alongside generous paid family and medical leaves. To further enhance your work experience, we offer stipends for remote work expenses, professional development, health & wellness, and cell/internet data usage.

The starting salary for this role is $260,000.00 - $300,000.00 annually and as part of our commitment to pay transparency and equity in our organization, the salary for this position is not negotiable.

Why join our team?

In our vibrant and ever-evolving work environment, we embrace change and pivot quickly when necessary. Our team is deeply mission-driven, combining hard work with ingenuity and a fearless approach to overcoming complex challenges. Teamwork is integral to our culture, and we readily jump in to support each other, celebrating achievements and learning from our experiences. At the heart of it all, we are passionate about the innovative projects we undertake, collaborating with exceptional people, and are having a great time along the way.

WorkMoney, Inc. believes that embracing diversity enriches our workplace and enhances our ability to achieve our mission and serve our members. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or veteran status.

We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and employment process. For accommodations or assistance during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]

To Apply

Follow the link to the application page, complete the required fields, and submit a resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the posting will remain published until the position is filled.

**Please do not reach out directly to any team members. If you'd like more information or to check the status of your application, email [email protected].