Corporate Affairs Business Partner Principal Enterprise Digital, Data & Technology (EDDT)

Corporate Affairs Business Partner

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service, and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values honesty, integrity, loyalty, and service define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

We're building something newand we're looking for bold, creative, and strategic talent to help shape it. USAA's Corporate Affairs team is growing as part of an exciting transformation to strengthen how we communicate and engage with our members and each other in service of our mission. Whether you're a strategic business partner or a creative storyteller, join us to forge smarter connections, deeper partnerships, and stronger outcomes. Together, we're enhancing how we serve the military community and their familiesmaking every interaction more meaningful.

As a principal-level Corporate Affairs Business Partner focused on Enterprise Digital, Data & Technology (EDDT), you will help bring the full power of Corporate Affairs to life for our technology organization. You will drive alignment to the USAA and EDDT strategies and, together with our partners across Corporate Affairs and the association, you will craft compelling internal and external content that strengthens reputation, engages stakeholders, and moves the needle for the business. You will operate as a strategic advisor to the EDDT leadership team, going beyond communications and getting deep into the business. You will engage directly with Executive Council (EC) members and their direct reports, relying on your business acumen, persuasive style, sound judgment, and passion for the mission to fuel your success.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office four days per week. This position will be based in San Antonio, TX. Relocation assistance IS available for this position.

What you'll do :

• Provide strategic counsel to C-suite leadershipespecially the CIO and senior technology executiveson communications, reputation management, corporate impact, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring Corporate Affairs proactively enables enterprise strategy, drives growth, and mitigates risk.
• Design and implement comprehensive, integrated corporate affairs plans that support digital transformation, data strategy, and enterprise IT initiatives. Leverage data analytics and stakeholder mapping to align initiatives with enterprise-level strategic objectives and measurable business outcomes.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives for internal and external audiences, showcasing USAA's innovation, thought leadership, and mission-driven technology investments.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the external technology landscape, business strategy, and corporate affairs trends, ensuring team alignment through effective communication, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Develop and maintain strong internal partnerships across IT, risk, compliance, and HR, leveraging data-driven performance insights to iteratively refine corporate affairs strategies and maximize impact on business objectives.
• Collaborate effectively with corporate affairs teams to deliver high-impact communications that support corporate strategy and achieve business objectives.
• Ensure risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have :

What sets you apart :

The salary range for this position is : $143,320- $273,930. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.