Securian Financial's Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence Business Strategy team guides the enablement of AI initiatives across the enterprise, ensuring they are aligned with our strategic plan, business outcomes, are financially and operationally sustainable, and delivers measurable value. Working with other members of the AI business strategy team the Strategy & Innovation Lead will have a key role in ensuring AI initiatives are developed and executed with value realization in mind. This will be achieved through thought leadership, consultation, and collaboration with teams across the organization. What you would do in this job: Translate strategy into execution by providing consulting support before and during discovery phases to shape use-case and bold stroke business cases, problem statements, value hypotheses, and decision frameworks; align with business SMEs, Pod Owners, corporate finance, and portfolio management Frame the potential value by supporting creation of cost benefit analysis and sensitivity logic that inform ROI/NPV; steward assumptions and value logic, then collaborate with Finance and portfolio management to validate/benchmark. Assist with measurement plans. Consult on defining success metrics, baselines, counterfactuals, and test/learn approaches (pilots, A/Bs, phased rollouts) so value realization can be proven after launch. Prioritization & sequencing recommendations. Facilitate evaluation, dependency, and trade-off discussions; provide the "why" behind the recommended sequence Executive storytelling. Collaborate with communications to create crisp, decision-oriented materials (decks, briefs, one-pagers) that synthesize analysis into options and recommendations Operating model & playbooks. Take ownership of, maintain, and enhance repeatable artifacts such as Bold Stroke playbooks, use-case intake templates, and business-case checklist Stakeholder facilitation. Lead workshops to pressure-test assumptions, resolve ambiguity, and build cross-functional alignment-especially between business leaders, tech, risk, and finance. Leverage an external perspective and help inform AI COE of best practices and AI evolutions outside of Securian's four walls. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in applicable field 3+ years relevant experience, with increasing levels of responsibility with strategic projects Proven ability to solve complex problems through a systematic approach with strategic thinking and analysis complemented by strong business and financial acumen. Experience supporting creation of business cases and/or cost benefit analyses. Thrives in demanding and sometimes ambiguous environment and able to adapt to shifting priorities Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships, including with senior leaders Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to influence without authority. Highly self-motivated, with keen sense of ownership and passion to deliver results Preferred Qualifications: MBA or relevant advanced degree 5+ years relevant experience, with increasing levels of responsibility with strategic projects Experience at management consulting or investment banking firm, corporate or business strategy role preferred, financial services experience a plus Internal Securian Financial job title for this position is Strategy & Innovation Consultant Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. This position requires you to live within a commutable distance (90 minutes) of our Home Office in St. Paul, MN. You'll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules. #LI-Hybrid The estimated base pay range for this job is: $69,500.00 - $129,000.00 Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team. Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here: Paid time off: We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian. Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave. Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays. Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service. Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage. Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you. Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including: Mental Wellness and Disability Pride at Securian Financial Securian Young Professionals Network Securian Multicultural Network Securian Women and Allies Network Servicemember Associate Resource Group For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page. This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions. Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. 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