Corporate & retail banking director

As the Corporate & Retail Banking Director at Writer, your responsibilities will include developing and executing product strategies that leverage Generative AI to enhance banking workflows. You’ll also be tasked with marketing initiatives to communicate Writer's transformative impact on the retail and corporate banking sectors, while closely collaborating with the Strategic Sales team to generate and close significant deals. Additionally, you'll oversee the delivery of GenAI applications in partnership with technical and customer success teams.

To be considered for the Corporate & Retail Banking Director position at Writer, candidates should possess over seven years of experience in a commercial role within a major global retail or corporate bank. Relevant experiences from top-tier consulting firms will be regarded favorably. An in-depth understanding of banking value chains, particularly in AML/KYC, combined with strong analytical and communication skills, are also essential. Experience with AI-driven solutions will be a significant advantage.

The Corporate & Retail Banking Director role is pivotal to Writer's strategy as it directly influences the direction of our AI solutions tailored for the banking industry. You'll contribute decisively to the growth of our core vertical business by identifying impactful AI use cases and driving the story of how Writer innovates banking workflows. This hands-on and strategic position is central to aligning our initiatives with market demands and establishing Writer's presence as a leader in this space.

A successful Corporate & Retail Banking Director at Writer will possess a blend of strategic thinking and interpersonal skills. An ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is crucial, along with creativity and active listening to discern how our solutions can best transform banking. Strong presentation skills, a passion for innovation, and the capability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders are essential for success in this role.

In the Corporate & Retail Banking Director position at Writer, you can expect a dynamic and fast-paced work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our team consists of diverse talents who are collectively focused on transforming the banking sector through AI. Flexibility and creativity are key, as you will help shape the direction of our products and strategies while working alongside various teams in a highly collaborative setting.

When asked about your motivation for working in the corporate and retail banking sector, focus on your passion for innovation and how changing financial landscapes excite you. Discuss the importance of technology, particularly AI, in providing enhanced customer experiences and driving efficiency in banking operations, relating it to Writer's mission to transform the industry.

To answer how you approach product strategy in the banking sector, highlight your process for identifying market needs and growth opportunities. Emphasize your analytical skills and experience with data in shaping decisions that align with business goals. Relate your response to your previous experiences and successes transforming banking workflows using innovative technologies.

In responding to your experience with AI solutions in banking, outline specific projects where you applied AI to improve processes like AML/KYC, transaction flows, or customer onboarding. Make sure to include how you measured the effectiveness of these solutions and how they contributed to business outcomes.

When asked about managing relationships with senior executives, describe your approach in building trust through effective communication. Provide examples of high-stakes conversations or negotiations, illustrating your ability to distill complex topics into digestible insights while maintaining a professional demeanor.

In addressing your experience with legal and regulatory dynamics, explain how you stay informed about the evolving regulations that impact the banking sector. Share examples where you analyzed these dynamics to influence product strategy and compliance effectively, demonstrating your understanding of their significance.

To discuss balancing strategic thinking and operational demands, elaborate on your approach to time management and prioritization. Share techniques you use to ensure long-term goals are aligned with immediate tasks, highlighting your adaptability and effectiveness in both areas.

In your response about a challenging project, explain the project's scope and the hurdles faced. Emphasize the strategies you implemented to overcome obstacles, focusing on your leadership and problem-solving skills. Highlight the positive outcomes and lessons learned from the experience.

To answer how you evaluate the success of AI initiatives in banking, describe metrics you consider, such as ROI, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. Relate experiences where you successfully tracked these metrics post-implementation, demonstrating the positive impact of AI solutions.

When discussing creativity's role in your approach to banking solutions, share specific examples of innovative ideas you have brought to fruition. Explain how creative brainstorming fosters collaboration and leads to the development of unique products and strategies tailored to client needs.

In your answer about ensuring cross-functional collaboration, emphasize the importance of open communication and building relationships among various stakeholders. Describe methods you adopt for engaging different departments and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve common goals when implementing banking solutions.