Innovation Lead

Job Profile

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Innovation Lead within PNC's Innovation organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. The position is primarily based in a PNC location. Responsibilities require time in the office or in the field on a regular basis. Some responsibilities may be performed remotely, at the manager’s discretion.
The mission of Enterprise Innovation is to unlock the possible; to imagine how financial services can improve everyday life of people and organizations. PNC believes that innovation is at the forefront of technology and has a profound impact on the customer experience. This team’s enterprise-wide view and expertise in design thinking, technology, software engineering, digital products and business design, help to identify and create strategic advantages for PNC. Our services include advisory, incubation, emerging technology labs, design thinking training, and experiential learning and programs.
We are a team of entrepreneurs, strategists, researchers, designers, technologists, architects, foodies, athletes, theorists, investors, adventurers, artists, parents, musicians, consumers, analysts and generally curious human beings. We value progress over perfection and action over motion. You will thrive in Enterprise Innovation’s dynamic environment ultimately because you have a passion for helping people live their best financial life.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Manages innovation activities to meet organizational needs and to capitalize on potential new product opportunities.
• Develops, manages and implements a portfolio of innovation projects.
• Advises senior management and internal clients to understand the results and implications of innovation initiatives.
• Implements and executes the defined innovation strategy.
• Partners with internal and external resources to meet organizational needs and to capitalize on potential new product opportunities.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred SkillsBranding, Change Management, Design, Digital Marketing, Ideation, Machine Learning, Web Development

CompetenciesAccuracy and Attention to Detail, Business Analytics, Business Case Justification, Design Thinking, Industry Knowledge, Innovation, Interpersonal Relationships, Planning: Tactical, Strategic, Product Design and Development, Qualitative Research

Work ExperienceRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

EducationBachelors

CertificationsNo Required Certification(s)

LicensesNo Required License(s)

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility*: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 8 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncbenefits.com > New to PNC.

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Disability Accommodations Statement

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At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

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