Head of Small Business

U.S. Bank

Head of Small Business at U.S. Bank leading strategy and execution for Elan's Small Business portfolio.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota, New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $170,255 - $200,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a clear, multi-year strategy for Elan’s Small Business portfolio—aligned to enterprise priorities and tailored to the FI partner model.
Own and drive P&L performance, accelerating account growth, spend, and retention across the partner base.
Strengthen Elan’s value proposition to financial institution partners—embedding Small Business as a core component of the broader relationship.
Lead the development and evolution of Small Business card products, including digital-first capabilities, differentiated rewards/value propositions, and integrated solutions that meet the evolving needs of small business owners.
Partner closely across PCS and U.S. Bank (e.g., Small Business Banking, Treasury, Merchant, Consumer) to unlock cross-sell and ecosystem value.
Drive key transformation initiatives impacting Small Business—including digital origination, servicing modernization, and data/analytics capabilities.
Attract, develop, and retain top talent and foster a performance-driven, accountable culture aligned with Elan’s values.

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive leadership experience with full P&L accountability and demonstrated delivery of measurable growth outcomes
Deep experience in payments, credit cards, or small business financial services; partner-based or co-brand/agent issuing experience strongly preferred
Strong understanding of the Small Business segment, including customer needs, competitive dynamics, and emerging trends
Proven ability to scale businesses through partner ecosystems and indirect distribution models
Experience leading large, cross-functional transformation initiatives, including digital and technology-enabled change
Strong strategic orientation with the ability to translate strategy into executable plans and deliver results at pace
Executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders internally and externally, including FI partner executives
Track record of building and leading high-performing, diverse teams in a complex, matrixed environment
Strong financial and analytical acumen, with disciplined approach to investment, pricing, and portfolio management
Results-driven, with a bias for action and accountability; operates with urgency and ownership
Skilled in navigating ambiguity, aligning stakeholders, and driving decisions across competing priorities
Deep appreciation for risk management, compliance, and operating within a highly regulated environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

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Hard Skills & Tools

P&L accountabilitypaymentscredit cardssmall business financial servicesdigital transformationdata analyticsportfolio managementinvestment managementpricing strategypartner ecosystems

Soft Skills

leadershipstrategic orientationinfluenceteam buildingresults-drivenaccountabilitynavigating ambiguitystakeholder alignmentdecision makingperformance-driven culture