Sr. Director, Strategy & Business Development

Nbcuniversal Media, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Director for Strategy & Business Development to lead initiatives for a new publicly traded company. This pivotal role will focus on evaluating strategic opportunities in the media sector, particularly related to News content. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in analytical roles, strong financial modeling skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership. This is an exciting chance to shape the future of a dynamic organization during a transformative period. Join a team committed to inclusivity and community impact.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 8+ years in analytical roles like management consulting or investment banking.
• Experience in business development and strategy within media or tech.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team supporting SpinCo’s News executives.
• Oversee financial modeling for growth initiatives and partnerships.
• Present analyses and recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Strategic Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Media Industry Understanding

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Sr. Director, Strategy & Business Development

• Full-time
• Business Segment: SpinCo Revenue & Digital

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, distributed across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming platforms, and bring it to life through theme parks and consumer experiences. Our brands include NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock. We produce and distribute premier entertainment through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and operate renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

We are committed to community impact, inclusivity, and attracting talented individuals to reflect our diverse world.

We plan to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprising NBCUniversal's cable networks and digital assets, expected to complete in 2025.

The Senior Director, Strategy & Business Development will evaluate strategic initiatives for SpinCo, supporting resource allocation, growth opportunities, content & media rights acquisitions, partnerships, M&A, and organic growth.

This role focuses on opportunities related to News content across SpinCo’s platforms, including MSNBC, CNBC, and digital extensions. Responsibilities include strategic analysis, financial modeling, stakeholder management, and presenting to executives, with exposure to senior leadership.

• Lead and manage a team supporting SpinCo’s News executives, acting as a trusted liaison
• Oversee financial modeling for growth initiatives, partnerships, and M&A
• Present analyses and recommendations to senior leadership
• Identify and propose new media growth opportunities
• Coordinate with internal teams and support other projects as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with at least 8 years in a highly analytical role, such as management consulting or investment banking, preferably in Media, Tech, or Telecom
• Experience in business development, strategy, corporate development, or finance within media or technology companies
• Strong financial modeling and strategic skills
• Excellent communication and attention to detail
• Understanding of the media industry
• Ability to interact with management at all levels
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Management experience
• Team-oriented, positive attitude, eager to learn

Hybrid: Generally working from the office at least three days per week.

This role offers benefits including health insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Salary range: $165,000 - $195,000, with bonus and incentives.

Applicants may need to attend an in-person interview. NBCUniversal is an equal opportunity employer. Support for applicants with disabilities is available upon request. Employment may transition to SpinCo in the future, offering an exciting opportunity at a pivotal time.