Mid Level Strategy and Operations Associate Jobs
Mid level strategy and operations associate jobs go to professionals ready to own projects end to end, drive cross-functional decisions with limited oversight, and begin guiding more junior teammates. Openings are spread across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Fintech, with employers like TikTok, DoorDash, and Oscar Health hiring at this level now.
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Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.
In U.S. Consumer Services (USCS), our product is Membership—delivering benefits and services that are essential to our Card Members across travel, dining, entertainment, and retail. We compete by providing a differentiated Membership experience that drives loyalty and long-term growth. USCS brings this to life through our premium, cobrand, cash back, and lending portfolios, Membership Rewards, Travel & Lifestyle Services, the Centurion Lounge network, Global Dining, U.S. Consumer Banking, Amex Offers, Amex Ads, and best-in-class marketing programs.
How will you make an impact in this role?
Amex Ads enables third-party brands to reach Amex Card Members through advertising on our digital properties (e.g., Amex Travel, Resy, Amex App). The Senior Manager, Product Operations & Strategic Initiatives will sit within the Amex Ads team and report to the Vice President, Amex Ads Product & Operations.
This individual will coordinate the end-to-end launch of new advertising products. In this role, you will lead cross-functional initiatives spanning Product, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Go-to-Market, Sales, and other teams, driving alignment on strategy, launch plans, timelines, responsibilities, and key decisions to ensure new products are ready to bring to market.
Beyond supporting individual launches, you will help the Amex Ads Product team scale by improving product management processes and tools, leading annual planning, managing technology budgets, overseeing relationships with third-party vendors, and developing executive presentations on product strategy and delivery.
Minimum Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in product operations, program management, business operations, consulting, product management, or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives, managing plans, dependencies, risks, and stakeholders.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Familiarity with product development lifecycles, including Agile methodologies and sprint planning.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and translate complex challenges into actionable plans.
- Excellent executive communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel; familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, AirTable) and AI-enabled productivity tools.
- Experience developing business cases, operating models, and scalable processes.
- Experience in digital advertising, commerce media, or advertising technology (adtech).
- Experience managing budgets, tracking forecasts, and supporting investment decisions.
- Experience managing third-party technology partners.
Experience leading governance and compliance approval processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing business cases, operating models, and scalable processes.
- Experience in digital advertising, commerce media, or advertising technology (adtech).
- Experience managing budgets, tracking forecasts, and supporting investment decisions.
- Experience managing third-party technology partners.
- Experience leading governance and compliance approval processes.
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.
In U.S. Consumer Services (USCS), our product is Membership—delivering benefits and services that are essential to our Card Members across travel, dining, entertainment, and retail. We compete by providing a differentiated Membership experience that drives loyalty and long-term growth. USCS brings this to life through our premium, cobrand, cash back, and lending portfolios, Membership Rewards, Travel & Lifestyle Services, the Centurion Lounge network, Global Dining, U.S. Consumer Banking, Amex Offers, Amex Ads, and best-in-class marketing programs.
How will you make an impact in this role?
Amex Ads enables third-party brands to reach Amex Card Members through advertising on our digital properties (e.g., Amex Travel, Resy, Amex App). The Senior Manager, Product Operations & Strategic Initiatives will sit within the Amex Ads team and report to the Vice President, Amex Ads Product & Operations.
This individual will coordinate the end-to-end launch of new advertising products. In this role, you will lead cross-functional initiatives spanning Product, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Go-to-Market, Sales, and other teams, driving alignment on strategy, launch plans, timelines, responsibilities, and key decisions to ensure new products are ready to bring to market.
Beyond supporting individual launches, you will help the Amex Ads Product team scale by improving product management processes and tools, leading annual planning, managing technology budgets, overseeing relationships with third-party vendors, and developing executive presentations on product strategy and delivery.
Minimum Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in product operations, program management, business operations, consulting, product management, or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives, managing plans, dependencies, risks, and stakeholders.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Familiarity with product development lifecycles, including Agile methodologies and sprint planning.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and translate complex challenges into actionable plans.
- Excellent executive communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel; familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, AirTable) and AI-enabled productivity tools.
- Experience developing business cases, operating models, and scalable processes.
- Experience in digital advertising, commerce media, or advertising technology (adtech).
- Experience managing budgets, tracking forecasts, and supporting investment decisions.
- Experience managing third-party technology partners.
Experience leading governance and compliance approval processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing business cases, operating models, and scalable processes.
- Experience in digital advertising, commerce media, or advertising technology (adtech).
- Experience managing budgets, tracking forecasts, and supporting investment decisions.
- Experience managing third-party technology partners.
- Experience leading governance and compliance approval processes.
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
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Mid Level Strategy and Operations Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level strategy and operations associate job?
Position yourself by leading with specific projects you owned, not just supported. Highlight instances where you drove a process improvement, built an analytical framework, or coordinated across teams with minimal direction. Tailor your resume to show measurable outcomes like efficiency gains or cost reductions. Mid level hiring managers want to see that you can operate independently and have already done so.
Which companies hire mid level strategy and operations associates?
Companies hiring mid level strategy and operations associates right now include TikTok, DoorDash, and Oscar Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from growth-stage technology companies, large consumer businesses, and professional services firms that need analytical operators who can execute without heavy oversight.
Are there remote mid level strategy and operations associate jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 41% of mid level strategy and operations associate openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for operators who can collaborate across distributed teams. On-site roles are more common at companies where the work requires frequent stakeholder alignment or access to internal systems.
How do I move up to a mid level strategy and operations associate role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level strategy and operations associate role requires building a record of project ownership, not just task completion. Focus on taking on scope that affects multiple teams, quantifying the business impact of your work, and developing comfort with ambiguous problems. Demonstrating that you can structure a problem independently and see it through to a recommendation is what signals readiness for mid level responsibilities.
Which industries hire the most mid level strategy and operations associates?
Mid Level strategy and operations associate roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Fintech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on operators who can connect data-driven analysis to execution, often working across product, finance, and go-to-market teams simultaneously.