Senior vice president job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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A senior vice president is a highly experienced professional responsible for the oversight of a company's operations and staff members. They answer to the president of the company or the organization and must work with others to set better policies and develop projects and operations.
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Senior vice president requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in senior vice president job postings.
Sample senior vice president requirements
- At least 10 years of experience in executive leadership roles
- Proven track record of successful strategic planning and execution
- Advanced degree in business, finance, or a related field
- Expert knowledge of industry trends and best practices
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
Sample required senior vice president soft skills
- Exceptional leadership and people management skills
- Ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve ambitious goals
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
- Highly adaptable and able to thrive in fast-paced environments
Senior vice president job description example 1
Jacobs Engineering Group senior vice president job description
You see every day as an opportunity to make the world better, more connected, more sustainable. Discover ways to expand your Jacobs journey, advance your thinking, and take on new responsibilities across our dynamic, transformational and innovative global IT organization - with a diverse team that's inspiring and supporting you.
In this role, you'll develop and maintain solid, successful relationships between the Lines of Business (LOBs)/Corporate Functions (CF) and IT, representing the 'voice' of technology in the business and vice versa. You'll bridge gaps, maximize customer satisfaction and build trust through active engagement with stakeholders across the global organization.
In this impactful role, you will:
Transform and maximize operational efficiency and responsiveness of IT to LOBs/Corporate Functions Manage Business and IT expectations for service levels, project intake and prioritization. Increase IT value through increased coordination of IT technologies within and across LOBs/Corporate Functions Provide direct support and development of LOB/Function-specific IT requirements.
Your most impactful mission in this leadership role is to embrace living inclusion every day and enabling diversity and quality globally. For us, this means creating a culture of belonging where we all thrive by embracing all perspectives. An inclusive culture with many perspectives through diverse backgrounds allows us to leverage knowledge, leadership and connection to bring forth opportunity, creativity and growth.
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Qualifications
Experience in leading large business/transformation initiatives with geographically diverse teams Strong business acumen and understanding of Jacobs' business domains. Thorough understanding of both IT and business capabilities, functions and delivery models Superior communication, coordination and relationship building skills
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
In this role, you'll develop and maintain solid, successful relationships between the Lines of Business (LOBs)/Corporate Functions (CF) and IT, representing the 'voice' of technology in the business and vice versa. You'll bridge gaps, maximize customer satisfaction and build trust through active engagement with stakeholders across the global organization.
In this impactful role, you will:
Transform and maximize operational efficiency and responsiveness of IT to LOBs/Corporate Functions Manage Business and IT expectations for service levels, project intake and prioritization. Increase IT value through increased coordination of IT technologies within and across LOBs/Corporate Functions Provide direct support and development of LOB/Function-specific IT requirements.
Your most impactful mission in this leadership role is to embrace living inclusion every day and enabling diversity and quality globally. For us, this means creating a culture of belonging where we all thrive by embracing all perspectives. An inclusive culture with many perspectives through diverse backgrounds allows us to leverage knowledge, leadership and connection to bring forth opportunity, creativity and growth.
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Qualifications
Experience in leading large business/transformation initiatives with geographically diverse teams Strong business acumen and understanding of Jacobs' business domains. Thorough understanding of both IT and business capabilities, functions and delivery models Superior communication, coordination and relationship building skills
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
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Senior vice president job description example 2
HSBC Bank senior vice president job description
At HSBC, the health and well-being of our employees remains of utmost importance. Many of our roles are permitted to work from home (in states in which HSBC is licensed to operate) until further notice. Upon resumption of normal operations, this role may be performed at our San Francisco, California office.
Our purpose - Opening up a world of opportunity - explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We're bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world - for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.
The Credit Management team serves as the front-line defense for our lending team by conducting in-depth credit analysis and ensuring we are conforming with internal credit policies/guidelines and external regulatory requirements. This leadership position will cover a diverse portfolio of U.S. headquartered clients in Corporates (revenues $50 million ) and Global Banking (revenues $5 billion ). As you progress, you will build a solid understanding of HSBC products and services within Commercial Banking and the broader organization.
As our Credit Manager, you will proactively monitor the ongoing credit quality of your assigned portfolio. This may involve preparing Annual and Quarterly Reviews, tracking and testing covenants, assisting with credit reviews, internal audits, etc. In addition, you will lead the underwriting process on syndicated and bilateral deals, while collaborating with various partners, including junior bankers, our internal Legal/Compliance team, to complete the process from start to end. Using experienced judgment, you will also recommend appropriate risk ratings for each customer/transaction.
**Qualifications**
Employment eligibility to work with HSBC in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
+ Ability to analyze situations optimally and make well-thought out decisions
+ Shown leadership skills including mentor, motivation and communications skills to inspire others
+ Strong teamwork skills promoting an environment of co-operation and trust, overcoming resistance where encountered
+ Strong analytical and financial skills
+ Excellent prioritizing, organizational and time management abilities
+ Excellent verbal and written communications skills
As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC's engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You'll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
**Job Field:** Commercial Banking
**Primary Location:** North America-United States-California-San Francisco
**Other Locations:** North America-United States-California-Beverly Hills
Our purpose - Opening up a world of opportunity - explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We're bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world - for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.
The Credit Management team serves as the front-line defense for our lending team by conducting in-depth credit analysis and ensuring we are conforming with internal credit policies/guidelines and external regulatory requirements. This leadership position will cover a diverse portfolio of U.S. headquartered clients in Corporates (revenues $50 million ) and Global Banking (revenues $5 billion ). As you progress, you will build a solid understanding of HSBC products and services within Commercial Banking and the broader organization.
As our Credit Manager, you will proactively monitor the ongoing credit quality of your assigned portfolio. This may involve preparing Annual and Quarterly Reviews, tracking and testing covenants, assisting with credit reviews, internal audits, etc. In addition, you will lead the underwriting process on syndicated and bilateral deals, while collaborating with various partners, including junior bankers, our internal Legal/Compliance team, to complete the process from start to end. Using experienced judgment, you will also recommend appropriate risk ratings for each customer/transaction.
**Qualifications**
Employment eligibility to work with HSBC in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
+ Ability to analyze situations optimally and make well-thought out decisions
+ Shown leadership skills including mentor, motivation and communications skills to inspire others
+ Strong teamwork skills promoting an environment of co-operation and trust, overcoming resistance where encountered
+ Strong analytical and financial skills
+ Excellent prioritizing, organizational and time management abilities
+ Excellent verbal and written communications skills
As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC's engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You'll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
**Job Field:** Commercial Banking
**Primary Location:** North America-United States-California-San Francisco
**Other Locations:** North America-United States-California-Beverly Hills
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Senior vice president job description example 3
McLane senior vice president job description
- Accelerated pay based on your experience.
- Benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance.
- 401(k) with annual company match.
Becoming a McLane teammate is to become part of an honest, stable, and reliable company with 125 years of success. We are looking for teammates with perseverance who will take the extra step for our customers, our community, and our company. In return, we will pay you well and offer you the opportunity to go as far in your career as you want to go.
The Senior Vice President of Grocery position is a career growth opportunity with McLane. They oversee planning, management, and execution of all distribution-related functions to achieve goals consistent with division profitability. They provide excellent service to McLane customers and teammates, exhibit effective leadership abilities, and uphold the beliefs and values of the company.
- Recommend distribution operating budget along with capital expenditure requirements. Effectively administer, monitor, control & develop the system & policies necessary to achieve effective distribution expense control.
- Accountable for compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations governing our Distribution Centers and Transportation Departments by monitoring implementation and practice to ensure compliance.
- Demonstrate McLane's Beliefs and Values of Honesty and Integrity in both personal and business settings.
- Embrace McLane's commitment to Diversity.
- Lead by example, delegate and validate results.
- Maintain positive teammate relations, to be highly visible throughout the organization, maintaining high level of communication at all levels throughout the organization, while promoting and endorsing our Open Door policy.
- Develop excellent business relationship with customers, understanding their needs through frequent communication with their senior leadership and internal McLane Sales Team.
- This position has additional responsibilities. Special projects may be assigned at the position supervisor's discretion.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- A bachelor's degree is required.
- Have at least 10 years of progressively responsible supply chain experience.
- Have at least 4 years of planning, analytical, and/or reporting experience, preferably in positions of increasing responsibility.
- Be experienced leading distribution and transportation staffs, and have a background in hiring, training, and motivating employees and resolving employee relations issues.
- Have a detailed understanding of financial statements and resulting cost implications.
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
- Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Updated March 14, 2024