Ventures Diligence and Implementation Manager

Huntington Ventures is the corporate venture and strategic growth arm of one of the largest regional banks in the country. We build and acquire. We partner with fintech companies, evaluate strategic investments, and execute deals that shape where financial services is headed. Our team sits at the intersection of capital, technology, and emerging growth strategy, working directly with senior leadership to move fast and execute with excellence. The Position We’re looking for a Ventures Diligence and Implementation Manager to own the end‑to‑end execution of our most consequential programs, from first‑look due diligence through go‑live. You’ll coordinate cross‑functional teams across the organization, drive alignment between business leaders and technical partners, and be the person who makes complex deals actually materialize. You’ll report to the Ventures Program Director and work across every major business segment, touching strategic partnerships, investments, and non‑bank M&A. What You’ll Do Lead due diligence and implementation planning for Ventures programs including strategic partnerships, investments, and M&A transactions. Build and drive cross‑functional workstreams, keeping business leaders, sponsors, and operational partners moving toward the same finish line. Serve as the program‑level advisor ensuring delivery is on time, on scope, and within budget, while governance stays intact. Identify risks early, develop mitigation plans, and elevate issues with clear recommendations when needed. Direct program teams across projects and operations, maintaining accountability at every stage. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business or finance. 7+ years of experience in strategy consulting, banking, or financial services. 7+ years leading due diligence and implementation for strategic partnerships or corporate development with exposure to M&A. Preferred Qualifications Experience managing programs of varying scale, from targeted partnerships to complex integrations. Comfort leading cross‑functional work that spans both business and technology. Clear, confident communicator who can distill complex status and risks into what leadership needs to hear. Fluency in both business and technical requirements, able to gather specs and translate them. Strong command of project lifecycle methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile/Scrum, and iterative approaches. Ability to drive progress when the path is not fully defined. Exempt Status Yes (not eligible for overtime pay). Workplace Type Office. Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in‑office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team. Compensation & Benefits $93,000 – $189,000 Annual Salary. Eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. Benefits: health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tobacco-Free Hiring Practice: Visit Huntington’s Career Web Site for more details. #J-18808-Ljbffr PreSales Collective