Manager, Strategy & Business Development

Job Description

Responsibilities
Role

Universal Brand Development (''UBD'') is a highly visible group responsible for creating new strategies and initiatives to build and grow the Universal Pictures (''UP'') and DreamWorks Animation (''DWA'') portfolio of intellectual property into robust franchises. With offices in over 10 countries, UBD manages the global consumer products, digital / gaming and live entertainment businesses, as well as franchise management for all UP and DWA IP. UBD is looking for a highly driven, analytical and experienced Manager of Strategy and Business Development who will be responsible for leading, shaping, and executing UBD's various strategic initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities:
• Work closely with UBD's senior leadership to formulate, plan and implement the group's near and long term strategies
• Focus on growth initiatives (M&A, commercial deals and new business opportunities) that can help to strengthen and diversify profitability across UBD's various business units
• Conduct quantitative/qualitative analyses in support of strategic decision-making including, financial models, preparation of market overviews, competitive benchmarking and assessment of industry trends
• Structure and execute sophisticated financial analyses that can be synthesized from multiple data sources to create compelling presentations that effectively communicate key findings and recommendations to senior leadership
• Formulate initial perspective on how to approach business challenges

Qualifications/Requirements
Qualifications:
• 5+ years of relevant experience (investment banking, management consulting, corporate strategy or business development)
• Bachelor's degree required

Eligibility Requirements:
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Desired Characteristics

Desired Characteristics:
• Experience in media, entertainment, consumer products, retail, or e-commerce a plus
• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience communicating with all levels of an organization
• Proven track record of producing written materials including concise and cohesive presentations, research briefings, and business plans
• Ability to deliver on multiple assignments under tight deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced, results-oriented, and dynamic environment
• Strong knowledge of Excel modeling and PowerPoint

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-ro31k6-18-117-196-217-42 in your application.