Process Improvement Consultant- Retail Bank Operations

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Process Improvement Consultant within PNC's Retail Banking Operations organization, you will be based Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Brecksville, OH or Miamisburg, OH. Other locations within the PNC footprint will also be considered.

Retail Bank Operations (RBO) drives critical functions for many lines of business across PNC. From investigating suspected check fraud, printing and mailing critical bank documents to identifying and developing process improvement opportunities, the team's scope and expertise is broad and essential.

The RBO Workforce Management Team supports Retail Bank Operations through high frequency performance reporting that aligns workload demand with available resources, with a strong focus on quality business outcomes. This function serves as the enterprise benchmark for operational resource, demand, and personnel expense management.

This role requires the candidate to be an excellent communicator, detail orientated, organized and a self-starter.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support RBO workforce strategy, routines, and operations with an emphasis on internal efficiency and continuous improvement

• Actively monitor workforce trends, performance indicators, and progress toward goals to enhance visibility and transparency for leadership

• Coordinate with Line of Business, Finance, and HR Business Partners on Workforce Planning, Optimization, and Performance Monitoring, including:

Benefit Analysis and Realization

o Key Strategic Initiative Support

o Personnel Budget Planning & Evaluation for All Proposed Requisitions

o Performance Monitoring & Regular Staff Assessments

Key Skills and Experience:

Analytical & Presentation Skills:

o Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate analytics into business insights

o Ability to translate complex data and analysis into practical and consumable concepts and recommendations for Business Partners

o Ability to structure ambiguous information and create clear, actionable output

o Ability to assess Behavioral Analytics / Data - Identify and correlate business process data with human behavior

o Strong data analysis skills with proficiency in Excel (Pivot tables, advanced functions)

Data Collection & Stakeholder Collaboration

o Ability to connect with variety of Stakeholders, assess operational processes and identify opportunities for workforce optimization

o Excellent data‑gathering, documentation, and problem‑solving skills

General:

o Strong attention to detail and active monitoring mindset

o Background in operations, business analysis, workforce analytics, or operation research is preferred

o Familiarity with Power Platform or PowerApps (preferred but not required)

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

• Consults with line of business to evaluate and oversee an organization's operations or technology processes. Develops solutions to optimize process efficiency, reduce processing time, and mitigate risks.

• Conducts thorough business diagnostics to identify, quantify and prioritize value creation projects. Develops and presents business case to approval committees. Responsible for overseeing implementation deliverables, cost-estimates, cost-benefit analysis, and providing rationale to how process improvement opportunities will assist in accomplishing business objectives more efficiently.

• Uses broad knowledge to facilitate the redesign of organizational processes. Creates solutions that optimize process quality, efficiency, and cost.

• May lead efforts to improve the quality and/or minimize process cost. Utilizes data analysis and process modeling to craft appropriate solutions that meet business requirements. Prepares and may present recommendations to governance committees for approval. Assess risks associated with current and proposed processes against business objectives and ensures alignments with the bank's and unit's risk appetite and risk management framework.

• Consults with all levels of the organization to ensure that introduction of new processes is smooth and effective, and sustains or improves quality of output. Mentors individuals and teams to build capabilities. Leverages strong relationships with the Line of Business to ensure continuous improvement after initial implementation.

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.

Qualifications

Successful 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 Skills

Change Management, Corporate Governance, Data Analytics, Process Efficiencies, Process Improvements, Risk Assessments

Competencies

Analytical Thinking, Consulting, Effective Communications, Flexibility and Adaptability, Influencing, Organizational Change Mgt, Organizational Savvy and Politics, Problem Solving, Project Management

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $68,000.00 – $119,600.00

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 Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 05/22/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC 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 .

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At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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