Block

Strategic Program Manager

Bay Area, CA, United States of America

Sponsorship not specified$149k-$223kDetected 1 day ago

SQLProject ManagementJiraStakeholder ManagementProcess ImprovementLeadershipCommunication

About the role

We're seeking a Strategic Project Manager to join our Compliance Strategy and Operations PMO, driving key programs that enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and scalability of our global Compliance organization.
You will be driving one of the key priorities across Block for Regulatory Settlements.
Above all, you're passionate about enabling progress through disciplined project execution and strategic partnership.

Own and execute the roadmap for one of Block's most critical cross-functional priorities, meeting auditor and regulator reporting obligations with precision and zero flexibility on deadlines.
Develop crisp, data-driven updates and executive dashboards that show what's on track, at risk, and needs a decision.
Drive Regulatory Settlements: Own and execute the roadmap for one of Block's most critical cross-functional priorities, meeting auditor and regulator reporting obligations with precision and zero flexibility on deadlines.
Report with Clarity: Develop crisp, data-driven updates and executive dashboards that show what's on track, at risk, and needs a decision.
Want to learn more about what we're doing to build a workplace that is fair and square?
The blocks that form our foundational teams - People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more - provide support and guidance at the corporate level.
Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all.
You will sit at the intersection of strategy, execution, and operational excellence - shaping how Compliance delivers on its mission while ensuring sustainable growth across regions and functions.
You bring structure to ambiguity, communicate with clarity, and drive momentum across diverse teams.
empowering you to do the best work of your career while building the life you want.

8+ years in project/program management, consulting, or strategy - ideally within Compliance, Risk, Financial Services, or another highly regulated industry.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align at all levels.
Hands-on experience integrating AI into program management workflows, plus fluency with tools like Airtable, Jira, or Notion (PMP, CAPM, or Six Sigma a plus).
Familiarity with Compliance or legal/counsel environments
SQL or data fluency a plus.

Establish frameworks, tools, and governance (including AI-driven process improvements) that make project delivery repeatable and scalable.
Strong analytical and documentation skills, synthesizing complex data into actionable insights and recommendations.

You are a strategic operator and execution leader, skilled at navigating complexity, building cross-functional alignment, and translating vision into actionable outcomes.
Check out our other benefits at Block.
Remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement savings plans, and modern family planning are just some of our offering.

We're working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace.

Block is an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class.

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