Corporate Strategy Manager

When you join Verizon

Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world. We’re a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes. We anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together—lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward. If you’re fueled by purpose, and powered by persistence, explore a career with us. Here, you’ll discover the rigor it takes to make a difference and the fulfillment that comes with living the #NetworkLife.

What you’ll be doing...

Within Verizon’s Corporate Strategy team, the Strategy Development and Execution team works with key stakeholders across the organization to develop long-term strategies, drive portfolio evolution, and increase shareholder value. Through rigorous analysis and a structured process, we answer critical questions for Verizon’s executive team, Board of Directors, and other Verizon stakeholders.

The primary focus of this role will be on developing strategic insights for the company through analysis and synthesis of first party data and third-party research, with a focus on consumer insights and competitive/industry trends. We are looking for an analytical strategist and creative thinker who is excited by discovering the power of vast amounts of data and using that information to tell compelling stories for our employees, customers, and externally. In addition, this role will be responsible for ad hoc strategic analysis projects, so the ability to make data-based recommendations, challenge orthodoxies, and collaborate as a part of cross functional teams is also critical.

• Performing research and analysis, driving strategic insights for the company, with a focus on consumer insights - market conditions, competition (insights, sales, marketing), and products

• Being comfortable with manipulating, evaluating, and assessing large datasets

• Communicating with subject matter experts, senior leaders, and external partners, creating a cohesive narrative while supporting long term business goals

• Developing perspectives on key industry challenges and potential opportunities through competitive analysis and market research

• Leveraging insights and analysis to strengthen Verizon's brand positioning and strategy

• Crafting compelling presentations and white papers to senior leadership at Verizon to articulate findings and strategies and drive consistent messaging

You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience

• Six or more years of relevant work experience

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• MBA or working equivalent

• Past analytical experience in fields such as corporate strategy, corporate development, strategy consulting, investment banking, or data analytics

• Background/interest in brand strategy or market insights

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

• Ability to learn, adapt and synthesize information quickly

• Knowledge of global telecom issues: technologies, value chain, supply chain, ecosystems, players, industry dynamics

• Knowledge of consumer trends

• Robust communication skills (presentation, written and verbal)

• Excellent quantitative / data analysis skills

• Comfort working in ambiguous environments

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Equal Employment Opportunity 

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