Sr. Analyst , Strategy & Business Development

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The Media Group Strategy and Business Development team is looking for a Sr. Analyst to join its New York based team. The team plays a key role supporting the Chairman of NBCU Media Group and CFO and EVP of Strategy, NBCU Media Group across numerous workstreams including strategy, business planning, innovation, and distribution. The group will work across the businesses under Media Group, which includes NBC, Peacock and Bravo. With the aim of developing and executing on strategic priorities, the team is highly visible across the organization. The Sr. Analyst position will report to the VP of Strategy and Business Development, and will be responsible for critical strategic projects. 

Day-to-Day:

• Work independently and in small teams on critical projects including business model forecasting, strategy and business development related analysis.
• Analyze 1st and 3rd party data on key topics such as business drivers and performance indicators.
• Perform market research and competitive analysis to help inform Media Group leadership.
• Identify and evaluate new trends, categories, concepts and businesses that will grow Media Group in alignment with the long-range strategic plan.
• Develop relationships with teams both inside Media Group and across the broader NBCU organization to help execute on strategic initiative with the focus on long-term growth for the business.
• Build and maintain team-owned models.
• Communicate findings effectively both verbally and in written form including executive-ready presentations.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Candidates should have strong analytical and communication skills. This is a fast paced and highly demanding environment and candidates are expected to be able to learn quickly, be comfortable in ambiguity and deliver results often on tight project deadlines. Candidates must be motivated, disciplined, flexible, and be able to work effectively both in groups as well as autonomously.
• 1+ years of experience in a corporate strategy role at media, tech, internet or direct-to-consumer business, investment bank, private equity, hedge fund, or management consulting firm. We are looking for flexible thinkers with rigorous modelling and analysis backgrounds.
• Ability to accurately assess both short and long-term implications of changing business models and growth drivers.
• Solid Excel skills and knowledge; this role requires rigorous modelling and analysis with at times fast turnaround.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; this role involves extensive use of PowerPoint to create executive-ready presentations.
• 4-year degree in relevant field with strong academic performance.
• New York based, 3 days in office per week (T-W-Th).

Desired Characteristics

• General understanding and passion for media and the current industry landscape
• Organized and detail-oriented, with an eye for consistent precision
• Excellent interpersonal skills, positive and open attitude, high energy level
• Comfort with a fast-paced, always-on, start-up environment
• Ability to think creatively and strategically while handling difficult and complex issues in a professional setting
• Exceptional communicator and collaborator, able to build relationships with other teams and rally people towards a common goal

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $105,000 - $120,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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