Strategy & Growth Manager – New Programs & Campus Development

Media University GmbH; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

30 days of annual paid vacation

Job-bike leasing program

Job-bike leasing

Job summary

A dynamic private university in Germany is seeking a Strategy & Growth Manager to drive high-impact strategic initiatives. This role requires 5+ years of business or strategy experience, exceptional analytical skills, and fluency in both German and English. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with senior leadership, manage multiple priorities, and foster growth through innovative education solutions. The position offers flexible working hours, remote options, and 30 days of annual vacation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a business management or strategy consulting role, preferably in high-growth environments.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills; proficient in building business cases.
• Exceptional communication skills in German and English; French is a plus.
• Structured and solution-oriented working style with strong ownership.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the introduction of new study programs from concept to launch.
• Plan and set-up a new campus with stakeholders.
• Identify growth opportunities and collaborate on new approaches.
• Build business cases for strategic initiatives and present to leadership.
• Implement key operational improvements from planning to rollout.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder influence

Communication (English/German)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Media University was founded in 2008 under the name HMKW – University of Applied Sciences for Media, Communication and Business. It is a private, state-recognized university of applied sciences, accredited by the Berlin Senate and FIBAA.

With campuses in Berlin, Cologne and Frankfurt am Main, Media University has been part of the Paris-based European higher education network ADE since 2020.

The university offers practice-oriented, media-focused degree programs across the fields of Design, Journalism and Communication, Psychology and Business.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and execution-focused Strategy & Growth Manager to serve as a strategic partner to our CEO and leadership team during a period of rapid transformation.

This role is designed to drive high-impact strategic initiatives, ensure seamless cross-functional alignment, and amplify the executive team’s effectiveness to achieve ambitious growth targets. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, is a proactive problem-solver, and acts as a force multiplier for the entire organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the cross-functional introduction of new study programs from concept to launch (e.g. coordinate timelines, align requirements, manage risks and stakeholders).
• Lead the planning and set-up of a new campus in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders across the wider education group.
• Identify and validate new growth opportunities, such as new learner segments or new products/formats, and partner with Marketing and Sales to test and scale new go-to-market approaches.
• Build business cases for strategic initiatives and present clear recommendations to senior leadership.
• Lead the implementation of key operational improvement initiatives (e.g. introducing a new student management system), from requirements gathering to roll-out.

Your Profile

• 5+ years of experience in a business management or strategy consulting role, preferably within a high-growth startup or scale-up environment.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills; comfortable building and challenging business cases and models.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in German and English (French is a plus), with the ability to influence stakeholders and clearly articulate complex ideas.
• Structured, hands-on and solution-oriented working style with a strong ownership mindset.
• Versatile and resilient in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and “wear many hats
• Experience in the education sector is a plus, but not required – genuine interest in shaping the future of education is essential.

What We Offer

• A high-impact role at the intersection of strategy, growth and operations within a rapidly evolving university and international education group.
• Close collaboration with senior leadership and strong visibility across the organization.
• A dynamic, mission-driven working environment with room for personal and professional development.
• Flexible working hours and the possibility to work partially remote.
• 30 days of annual paid vacation.
• Job-bike leasing program.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short motivation letter (why this role, why education), including your earliest start date and salary expectations.