Director, Strategy & Corporate Development

United Talent Agency; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

United Talent Agency is seeking a Director for its Strategy and Corporate Development Group in Los Angeles. The role involves driving strategic planning, supporting M&A transactions, and working closely with leadership to achieve key growth initiatives within a leading global agency.

Benefits

Unique and exciting opportunity in a leading global agency

Supportive, inclusive and diverse company culture

Competitive benefits and programs to support well-being

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, private equity or media & entertainment within strategy.
• Demonstratable experience with closed transactions or strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic planning efforts across various sectors.
• Support M&A transactions including due diligence and financial modeling.
• Prepare Board presentations and support UTA agents.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

UTA seeks a Director for our Strategy and Corporate Development Group. UTA is a leading talent, entertainment and sports agency based in Beverly Hills, CA. The Director will work closely with the Strategy and Corporate Development leadership, and other executives and agents on high-priority growth initiatives and M&A deals. This role will be located in our Los Angeles office.

The base salary range for this role is $225,000-$275,000 commensurate with experience and skills.

What You Will Do

• Work on strategic planning efforts (across film and TV, music, creators, sports, marketing services, and other), including helping in research, analysis, brainstorming, workshop facilitation and program management
• Drive transformational initiatives within specific business units (e.g., performance step-up, new business incubation)
• Support M&A transactions, including due diligence, financial modeling, structuring, documentation and process management
• Prepare Board presentations, as well as other materials for UTA management and stakeholders
• Support UTA agents and their clients in business development and M&A opportunities
  
  

What You Will Need

• 5+ years of relevant experience in management consulting, investment banking, private equity or a media & entertainment company in strategy & corporate development role
• Demonstratable experience contributing to closed transactions or strategic initiatives
• Proactive attitude with ability to lead workstreams with outstanding strategic thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of finance, valuation, accounting, and financial modeling (Excel)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to develop compelling presentations (PowerPoint)
• Team player with desire to work in a collaborative environment and mentor senior associates
• Passion and knowledge about the business side of traditional & digital media, music, sports, and related sectors
  
  

What You Will Get

• Unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of the leading global agencies, at the epicenter of the fast-changing entertainment industry
• Opportunity to develop and thrive, as part of a high-performing team
• Supportive, inclusive and diverse company culture
• Competitive benefits and programs to support your well-being
  
  

About UTA

UTA unites ideas, opportunities, and talent. The company represents some of the world's most iconic, barrier-breaking artists, creators and changemakers—from actors, athletes and musicians to writers, gamers and digital influencers. One of the most influential companies in global entertainment, UTA's business spans talent representation, content production, as well as strategic advisory and marketing work with some of the world's biggest brands. Affiliated companies include Digital Brand Architects, KLUTCH Sports Group, Curtis Brown Group, and MediaLink. UTA is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Nashville, New York and London.

For more information: https://www.unitedtalent.com/about/

UTA and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Entertainment Providers

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