Director, Portfolio Strategy & Growth

Axel Springer AG; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Axel Springer AG in New York seeks a strategic leader to oversee portfolio management and drive growth initiatives. This role involves coordinating with management teams to achieve strategic goals while fostering a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree, ideally an MBA, and has at least 5 years of relevant experience in strategy or corporate development. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with generative AI tools is also required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategy, corporate development, M&A, or strategy consulting.
• Strong analytical skills with a structured problem-solving approach.
• Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee portfolio companies and support their strategic objectives.
• Coordinate presentations for top management decisions.
• Identify trends in growth potential and drive innovative business models.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Collaboration and teamwork

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a business-related field

MBA or equivalent graduate degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Generative AI/LLM tools

Job description

Axel Springer AG in New York seeks a strategic leader to oversee portfolio management and drive growth initiatives. This role involves coordinating with management teams to achieve strategic goals while fostering a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree, ideally an MBA, and has at least 5 years of relevant experience in strategy or corporate development. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with generative AI tools is also required.