Strategy Manager

We are looking for a Strategy Manager to be part of Personal Banking Office. This is a unique opportunity for you to contribute to shaping Personal Banking’s transformation, while working closely with senior leaders to support our ambition to be the leading relationship bank in the Nordics for personal banking customers. About our team Welcome to the Personal Banking (PeB) Office team! We add value by developing the PeB strategy and driving its execution. We continuously strengthen the governance for the PeB Leadership team and strive to create strong coherency between the strategic agenda and the commercial and technology priorities. Our team consists of highly driven professionals united in their passion to make a difference for both our customers and colleagues alike in a fast-paced environment. We aim to be courageous and explorative in our approach to developing banking services – anytime, anywhere. This means you’ll have countless opportunities to learn and grow as you build your career with us. You will join us at an exciting time as we progress towards our ambitions in the new strategy period. If you are passionate about making an impact and being a valuable contributor who ensures we deliver on our strategic commitments, this could be the right next step for you. As a Strategy Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the strategic agenda for PeB. You will drive the development of PeB’s strategic direction and support execution of high impact initiatives, working closely with the PeB Leadership Team. You will be interacting with key stakeholders in country organizations and Nordic units, be exposed to senior management settings, solving complex and interesting problems and much more. You will strengthen our team by driving key initiatives, developing and delivering first-class decision materials underpinned by excellent analysis and stakeholder management. Main responsibilities in this role: - Develop high-quality analyses of market, customer and competitor dynamics, and translate insights into actionable recommendations to support leadership decisions on complex and strategic topics - Translate complex topics into clear, impactful communication materials for senior leadership and key stakeholders - Contribute to the design, scoping and execution of high-impact initiatives working closely with business leaders to ensure delivery - Contribute to strategic direction by identifying market trends and emerging developments, actively shaping the strategic agenda and forward-looking priorities. - Work hands-on with large and complex datasets to generate insights that inform strategic decisions and prioritization - Develop analytical frameworks, KPIs and follow-up structures to track progress and support decision-making - Cultivate collaboration with teams across the value chain to achieve optimal outcomes for our customers and the Group - Act as an ambassador for PeB and build internal and external network to spark innovation, creative problem-solving and execution and contribute to business fora and networks representing Nordea - Inspire and energise team members through a positive, high-energy approach, fostering open dialogue by actively sharing knowledge and seeking feedback across the team and with stakeholders to drive personal as well as team development You will report to the Head of Personal Banking Office. The role is based in Helsinki, Stockholm, or Oslo. In Personal Banking Office, you will be part of a team driven by high ambitions and constant change but with a relentless drive to create impact, both individually and together. No day is the same except for our positive approach, humour, and laughter in the team. Who you are Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. These are the values that guide us in how we work and how we make decisions – and that we imagine you share with us This is the right role for you if you have a passion for making a difference through strategy development, execution, and measurable outcomes. You are driven by curiosity and a commitment to delivering targets with energy, drive and persistence. You get things done in a pragmatic and professional manner. You enjoy bringing people together and find tackling complex challenges exciting. You thrive on learning and exploring new possibilities and you are eager to contribute your innovative ideas to the table. Your background and skills include: - Experience in strategy and business planning, combined with strong project management skills. - Experience and good references from supporting senior leaders - Strong financial acumen, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear strategic implications, ideally within financial services - Strong analytical capabilities that allow you to navigate and solve complex business challenges with confidence - A natural ability to create an inclusive atmosphere where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued It would be ideal if you also: - Thrive in dynamic environments, embracing change and ambiguity while taking full ownership - Have exceptional communication skills that resonate at all organizational levels, bringing structure and clarity to even the most complex challenges - Excel at stakeholder management, effortlessly building trust and influence across the organization through your naturally collaborative approach - Hold an MSc or similar/higher degree Submit your application no later than 17/08/2026. For more information, you are welcome to contact Head of PeB Office, Deep Seal, suryadeep.seal@nordea.no.