Position OverviewAs a Strategy and Planning Advisor Senior within PNC's Human Resource organization, you will be based in Downers Grove, IL; Pittsburgh, PA; Birmingham, AL; Cleveland, OH; Atlanta, GA and Dallas or Houston TX.
We are seeking a senior HR professional to serve as the executive sponsor’s key partner for all HR-related M&A activity. This role will be a highly visible, hands-on position responsible for shaping our HR M&A strategy, leading cross-functional readiness efforts, and ensuring our organization is prepared to execute transactions of varying size and complexity.
This individual will not manage a direct team but will play a pivotal role in leading through influence — driving alignment across HR Centers of Excellence, building repeatable frameworks, and serving as a trusted advisor throughout the deal lifecycle.
Preferred skills and experience:
•A seasoned HR professional with strong experience in M&A, strategy, or transformation projects.
•Highly accountable and self-driven; able to operate with minimal direction.
•Comfortable navigating ambiguity, building structure where none exists, and driving decisions forward.
•Skilled at leading cross-functional teams and influencing without direct authority.
•Exceptionally organized, with the ability to manage multiple complex priorities simultaneously.
•Executive presence and credibility to work directly with senior leaders and deal teams.
PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.
Job Description- Drives specific strategic enterprise planning initiatives, including analysis, oversight and support for solution development.
- Provides advanced expertise to create the definition, understanding and framing of complex enterprise and/or multiple line of businesses initiatives.
- Leads advanced planning, analysis, solution development and presentation for more complex strategic initiatives.
- Ensures quality and accuracy of data elements relative to the initiatives. Mentors and educates team members regarding advanced planning practices.
- Analyzes and recommends solutions for key enterprise initiatives. Develops structured and compelling presentations to highlight key findings and makes recommendations to key decision makers within the company.
- Collaborates with the line of business to implement recommended strategic solutions.
PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:
- Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
- Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
QualificationsSuccessful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
Preferred SkillsBranding, Change Management, Creative Process, Design Thinking, Innovation, Machine Learning (ML), Personal Initiative, Strategic Planning
CompetenciesAccuracy and Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Business Process Design, Data Gathering and Analysis, Effective Communications, Influencing, Planning: Tactical, Strategic, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking
Work ExperienceRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
EducationBachelors
CertificationsNo Required Certification(s)
LicensesNo Required License(s)
Pay TransparencyBase Salary: $50,000.00 – $228,800.00
Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.
Application WindowGenerally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 08/14/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.
BenefitsPNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.
