Ally Financial

Director, Consumer Banking & Marketing Integration

Ally Financial • $125K — $190K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Finance, Communications, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in marketing or related financial services
  • Proven track record in building partnerships with senior executives
  • Experience in leading cross-functional initiatives in a matrixed organization
  • Strong analytical skills to translate data into actionable insights
  • Exceptional communication and storytelling abilities
  • Knowledge of consumer banking and investing sectors

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary marketing liaison for Consumer Banking
  • Build partnerships with senior leaders to understand business priorities
  • Align marketing activities with business objectives and communicate progress
  • Collaborate across divisions to translate business needs into initiatives
  • Lead cross-functional teams to support alignment and execution
  • Develop executive narratives showcasing marketing's impact on business
  • Conduct regular performance reviews and presentations for senior leaders

Benefits

  • 20 paid time off days plus 11 holidays and volunteer time
  • Industry-leading 401K with matching contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement and educational savings assistance
  • Comprehensive health insurance options with HSA contributions
  • Adoption and fertility assistance, paid parental leave
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs
  • Potential travel allowance and signing bonus opportunities
Full Job Description
Work Schedule: Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role's specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.

The Opportunity
This role is based in our Charlotte office on a hybrid schedule in a few days a week with some remote work.

The Director, Consumer Banking Marketing Integration is a critical leadership role within the Marketing organization, serving as the primary relationship owner and strategic liaison between Marketing and Consumer Banking businesses, including Bank and Invest.

This role fosters strong partnerships across the organization, ensures alignment between business priorities and marketing initiatives, and communicates a cohesive, compelling narrative about marketing's contribution to business performance. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, the Director connects teams across business, marketing, design, analytics, technology, and product to drive clarity, coordination, and execution.

The ideal candidate brings financial services experience, strong marketing knowledge, analytical rigor, and executive communication skills. They are an exceptional relationship builder who can navigate a complex and evolving landscape, synthesize diverse perspectives, and translate priorities and performance into actionable insights and compelling executive-level storytelling.
The Work Itself

The Director, Consumer Banking Marketing Partnerships plays a pivotal role in connecting Marketing and Consumer Banking leadership. This individual helps ensure that priorities are aligned, stakeholders are engaged, and marketing's value is clearly understood across the organization. By bringing together diverse teams, leveraging data-driven insights, and translating complex initiatives into compelling business narratives, this leader enables stronger decision-making, deeper collaboration, and improved business outcomes.

Business Partnership & Strategic Alignment
  • Serve as the primary marketing relationship owner for Consumer Banking businesses, including Bank and Invest.
  • Build trusted partnerships with senior business leaders to understand priorities, growth objectives, customer needs, and key initiatives.
  • Ensure marketing activities remain aligned to business goals and that stakeholders have visibility into priorities, progress, risks, and results.
  • Partner across Marketing to translate business needs into actionable briefs, initiatives, and communications.
  • Act as the connective tissue across business, marketing, analytics, technology, product, and design teams to support alignment and successful execution.
  • Champion a cohesive and compelling narrative regarding marketing initiatives, investments, outcomes, and business impact.

Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Lead and influence cross-functional teams across Marketing, Business, Technology, Analytics, Product, Operations, and Design.
  • Facilitate collaboration, prioritization, and decision-making across multiple stakeholder groups.
  • Build alignment among teams operating within a highly matrixed environment while balancing competing priorities.
  • Drive clarity and accountability by connecting stakeholders to shared objectives and business outcomes.
  • Foster strong working relationships that enable efficient execution and problem-solving across functions.

Performance Reporting & Executive Communications
  • Own the development of executive-level narratives that articulate marketing's contribution to Consumer Banking objectives.
  • Partner closely with analytics and marketing teams to synthesize complex data into clear business insights and recommendations.
  • Lead recurring business reviews, presentations, scorecards, and executive updates that communicate performance, opportunities, risks, and key learnings.
  • Ensure senior leaders have consistent visibility into major marketing initiatives, investments, outcomes, and future priorities.

Leadership & Team Development
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and customer-centric thinking.
  • Establish clear goals and expectations while supporting professional growth and leadership development.
  • Promote strong partnership and communication across teams and organizational boundaries.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Finance, Communications, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in marketing, financial services, consumer banking, investing, or related industries.
  • Demonstrated success building partnerships with senior business leaders and executive stakeholders.
  • Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives within a matrixed organization.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into business insights and recommendations.
  • Exceptional presentation, communication, and storytelling capabilities.
  • Experience in banking, deposits, checking, savings, wealth management, brokerage, investing, or related financial services businesses.
  • Strong foundation in marketing principles, customer engagement, brand management, integrated marketing, and performance measurement.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the complex and evolving financial services and marketing landscape, including changing consumer behaviors, competitive dynamics, digital experiences, emerging technologies, and industry trends.
  • Experience operating within complex, highly matrixed organizations where success requires influence, collaboration, and cross-functional leadership.
  • Ability to translate business objectives, market dynamics, and customer insights into compelling narratives and executive-level recommendations.
  • Experience communicating performance, opportunities, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership teams.
  • MBA or advanced degree preferred.


Critical Skills & Competencies
  • Executive Presence & Influence
  • Storytelling & Presentation Development
  • Relationship Management
  • Performance Reporting & Analytics
  • Business Acumen
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Marketing Acumen & Industry Knowledge
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Consumer Banking & Investing Expertise
  • Executive Communications
  • Collaboration & Change Leadership

Minimum Qualifications

  • 9+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • High school Diploma or GED equivalent

How We'll Have Your Back
Ally's compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives that are designed to meet your needs and those of your family so you can get the most out of your career and your life, including:

Time Away: Program starts at 20 paid time off days in addition to 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (time off days are prorated based on start date and program varies based on full or part-time status and management level).

Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and financial coach access.

Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.

Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance as well as paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA back-up child and adult/elder care days and childcare discounts.

Work-Life Integration: other benefits including Mentally Fit Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers program and other employee discount programs.

Other Compensations: depending on the role for which you are considered, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus and/or equity.

To view more detailed information about Ally's Total Rewards, please visit this link: https://www.ally.com/content/dam/pdf/corporate/ally-total-rewards-snapshot.pdf

Base Pay Range
$125,000.00 - $190,000.00
An individual's position in the range is determined by the specific role, the scope and responsibilities of the role, work experience, education, certification(s), training, and additional qualifications. We review internal pay, the competitive market, and business environment prior to extending an offer.

Incentive Compensation:

This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan.

About Ally Financial

Ally Financial Careers

Joining Ally Financial means becoming part of a team committed to growth, innovation, and leadership. As a leading digital financial services company, we offer a range of job opportunities that empower professionals to excel in their careers. At Ally Financial, we believe in fostering a culture that embraces diversity, encourages professional development, and supports our team members through comprehensive benefits and a nurturing environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Ally Financial, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our team is dedicated to redefining the financial landscape through innovation and top-tier financial solutions. Whether you are looking for a position in finance, technology, customer service, or management, Ally Financial provides a platform where your skills will be honed and your professional aspirations realized.

Explore Our Job Opportunities

We are constantly expanding our team and looking for new talent who are passionate, curious, and driven. Explore our wide range of open positions from entry-level to senior leadership roles. Ally Financial values the unique perspectives and experiences each team member brings, making us stronger and more innovative.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with an Ally Financial internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry exposure, professional skills development, and a chance to network with leaders across the company. Internships at Ally Financial are your gateway to understanding the financial sector from the inside out and gaining hands-on experience that complements your academic learning.

Employee Benefits and Culture

Ally Financial is committed to the well-being and continuous growth of our employees. We offer robust benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Our culture is centered around inclusivity, respect, and collaboration, making Ally Financial a great place to work.

Professional Development and Training

We invest in our employees through ongoing professional development and leadership training programs. At Ally Financial, you have access to a variety of training resources and workshops designed to enhance your job performance and leadership capabilities. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our efforts to ensure all team members are equipped for success in an ever-evolving financial landscape.

Diversity and Innovation

Diversity is at the core of our operations and strategic initiatives. At Ally Financial, we are dedicated to creating an environment where diverse ideas and perspectives lead to innovative solutions. Our diversity training programs are part of our commitment to an inclusive workplace, where everyone’s contribution is valued.

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Are you ready to advance your career at a company that values your skills and offers the opportunity to work on transformative projects? Search Ally Financial jobs that match your skills and interests. We are looking for creative, solution-driven team players who are ready to make an impact.

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Learn more about Ally Financial
Size
10,500 employees
Market Cap
$6.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1 billion
Founded
2017
5 Year Trend
+0.8%
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