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Senior Associate, Strategy & Growth

2 Months ago • 2-4 Years • Business Development • $80,000 PA - $90,000 PA

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Job Description

The Senior Associate, Strategy & Growth will support the divisions of Ziff Davis that own and operate its premium technology, shopping, gaming, and entertainment digital media and software brands. You will be responsible for developing organic growth initiatives, implementing cross-portfolio brand alignments, building market sizing / market research analysis, conducting competitive intelligence across our various verticals, and additional special projects. This role will also support each division and individual business units with M&A strategy development, target sourcing and funnel building, relationship development, valuation modeling support, commercial due diligence, and investment memo development. You will also assess, negotiate, and implement revenue-generating partnerships that build on organic growth strategies; leading divisional vendor relationships and negotiations. The Senior Associate will work closely with senior members of the Strategy & Growth team, as well as leadership across divisions, brands, and various business functions.

Must have:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, or a related field
2+ years work experience in management consulting, business strategy, business operations, equity research
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Authorization to work in the United States

Good to have:

Proven interest in Ziff Davis Tech, Shopping, Gaming, Entertainment verticals
Strategic problem solver, with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Strong analytical skills and ability to solve difficult business problems through financial models and other supporting analyses

Perks:

Competitive salary
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits
Flexible Spending accounts
401(k) with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Pregnancy and Parental leave
Family Planning Support via Maven
Flexible Time Off
Volunteer Time Off
Fitness Reimbursement
Employee-focused engagement and education programs, including Employee Resource Groups and company-sponsored events

Description

Position at Ziff Davis

Title: Senior Associate, Strategy & Growth
Location: New York, NY / Los Angeles, CA / Austin, TX / Remote

Position Overview:

The Senior Associate, Strategy & Growth will support the divisions of Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) that own and operate its premium technology, shopping, gaming, and entertainment digital media and software brands. Leading brands within these verticals include: CNET, IGN Entertainment, RetailMeNot, Humble Bundle, PCMag, Mashable, Lifehacker, TDS Gift Cards, ZDNET, Gamer Network, Spiceworks, and more.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate to help develop and implement organic and inorganic growth strategies in support of the portfolio’s highest priority objectives. The Senior Associate will report to the Strategy & Growth function lead and will be responsible for producing high-quality individual contributions across the team’s key areas of impact, including:

Division & Brand Strategy: Developing organic growth initiatives (e.g., new products, services, and business models), implementing cross-portfolio brand alignments, building market sizing / market research analysis, conducting competitive intelligence across our various verticals, and additional special projects (e.g., Board presentation support, etc.).
Mergers & Acquisitions: Supporting each division and individual business units with M&A strategy development, target sourcing and funnel building, relationship development, valuation modeling support, commercial due diligence, and investment memo development.
Business Development: Assessing, negotiating, and implementing revenue-generating partnerships that build on organic growth strategies; leading divisional vendor relationships and negotiations.

The Senior Associate will work closely with senior members of the Strategy & Growth team, as well as leadership across divisions, brands, and various business functions. This individual’s work will span the portfolio of brands, providing a dynamic and diverse set of experiences, as well as exposure to the dynamic markets in which Ziff Davis operates.

Ideal candidates are self-motivated and capable of driving tasks to completion, are excellent communicators, possess strong quantitative analysis skills, work well in collaborative team environments, and bring a foundational understanding of the digital media landscape.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, or a related field
2+ years work experience in management consulting, business strategy, business operations, equity research, and/or equivalent experience in relevant industry verticals (e.g., tech, media, gaming, ecommerce)
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

Proven interest in Ziff Davis Tech, Shopping, Gaming, Entertainment verticals
Strategic problem solver, with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Strong analytical skills and ability to solve difficult business problems through financial models and other supporting analyses

About Ziff Davis

Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company that owns and operates a portfolio of leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, and more. Founded in 1927 as a publisher of hobbyist magazines, the company has evolved over the years to become a leading player in the digital media space. Ziff Davis operates a portfolio of highly influential and trusted brands, including IGN, CNET, RetailMeNot, TDS Gift Cards, PCMag, Mashable, Lifehacker, Humble Bundle, Spiceworks, and Speedtest, among others. The company's properties offer a range of content, from in-depth product reviews and buying guides to news articles and how-to features. Ziff Davis is known for its rigorous editorial standards, which have made its publications go-to resources for consumers looking to make informed purchasing decisions. The company leverages its extensive reach and data analytics capabilities to deliver targeted marketing solutions for its clients. Ziff Davis has a global presence, with offices in multiple countries and a diverse workforce that brings together expertise in journalism, marketing, data science, and technology. The company has successfully navigated the transition from traditional print media to digital, and it continues to innovate in a rapidly changing media landscape.

Ziff Davis offers competitive salaries in addition to robust health and wellness focused benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits; Flexible Spending accounts, 401(k) with company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Pregnancy and Parental leave, Family Planning Support via Maven, Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, Fitness Reimbursement as well as employee-focused engagement and education programs, including Employee Resource Groups and company-sponsored events.

Ziff Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

*Note: Disclosure as required by NYCHRL, the base salary range for this role when being performed in the City of New York is $80,000-$90,000 with an annual target bonus. Compensation for this business unit specific role is based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, as well as business & company performance.

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$80.0K - $90.0K/yr (Outscal est.)

$85.0K/yr avg.

New York, New York, United States

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