Senior Associate, Strategy

New York City Economic Development Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Vision and hearing benefits

Flexible spending accounts for health

Short term and long-term disability

100% employer covered life insurance

Up to 25 vacation days

Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays

Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks

Company-paid 401(a) and 457(b)

Tuition Reimbursement

Continuing education and professional

Job summary

New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) is seeking a Senior Associate for the Strategy team to independently conduct research, generate insight, and support senior decision makers through clear, data-driven outputs. You will manage diverse projects, collaborate with NYC agencies, and shape strategic recommendations.

You will lead informational interviews, conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis (including Excel budgets), and craft actionable solutions with a clear path

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of full-time work experience preferred.
• Experience in a strategy, operations, and/or project management role within an analytical environment preferred.
• Experience in local government, public policy, or economic development also valued.
• New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage a range of diverse, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Develop clear scopes and work plans, adapt as needed and inform senior leaders of progress.
• Use quantitative and qualitative research to develop insights and recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Lead informational interviews and perform analysis in Excel, including budgets or financial statements.
• Communicate positions and recommendations clearly to senior leaders at EDC and City Hall.

Skills

Strategy

Operations

Project management

Analytical environment

Public policy

Local government

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our Vision : To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses.

Our Mission : Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

POSITION OVERVIEW :

NYCEDC’s Strategy team is at the forefront of shaping strategy and policy across diverse topic areas. In recent years, our work has spanned several categories:

• Thought leadership: Develop policy papers and/or strategies that set direction for EDC and/or the City on priority areas.
• New initiatives and programs : Define, diligence and launch new initiatives and/or programs on behalf of EDC and City Hall.
• EDC Capacity Building : Develop initiatives to improve EDC’s capacity to effectively deliver on the Administration’s priorities.

A Senior Associate (SA) on the Strategy team is someone who can independently conduct research, generate insight, produce well-written outputs, and influence and support senior decision makers using strong communication skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Own and manage a range of diverse, multi-stakeholder project
  • Develop clear and manageable project scopes and workplans based on limited information and structure ongoing work accordingly, adapting during the project as necessary.
  • Proactively keep senior leaders informed of project findings and key project developments.
  • Collaborate effectively with team members across NYCEDC and other City agencies.
• Use quantitative and qualitative research to develop insightful hypotheses and deliver clear, effective recommendations to senior stakeholders
  • Lead informational interviews with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Conduct analysis in Excel, including but not limited to work on with budgets or financial statements.
  • Identify insightful, strategic solutions with a clear path forward.
• Communicate positions and recommendations in an effective, clear and structured way with senior leaders at EDC and City Hall.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues across EDC, other city agencies, and City Hall.
• Contribute proactively to team culture and support an environment of learning and belonging.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• At least 3 years of full-time work experience preferred. Candidates with under 3 years of experience may be considered for a more junior role.
• Experience in a strategy, operations, and/or project management role within an analytical environment preferred.
• Experience in local government, public policy, or economic development also valued.
• New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire .

Salary Range

$90,000 - $92,000 USD

About Us: New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city’s future economy .

N YCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance . We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Vision and hearing benefits
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Short term and long-term disability coverage
• 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Up to 25 vacation days
• Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
• Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
• Retirement savings programs
  • Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
  • 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Continuing education and professional development
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• College savings plan
• A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
• Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more

Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining , and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.

For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc .

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