Analyst, Strategic Growth Initiatives - Nbc Sports Next

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests, and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced, and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

NBC Sports Next is where sports and technology intersect. We’re a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to all NBCUniversal digital applications in sports and technology within our three groups: Youth & Recreational Sports; Golf; and Emerging Media.

At NBC Sports Next, we make playing sports better through innovative technology and immersive experiences for athletes, coaches, players, and fans. We equip more than 30MM players, coaches, athletes, sports administrators, and fans in 40 countries with more than 25 sports solution products, including SportsEngine, the largest youth sports club, league, and team management platform; GolfNow, the leading online tee time marketplace and provider of golf course operations technology; GolfPass the ultimate golf membership that connects golfers to exclusive content, tee time credits, and coaching, tips; TeamUnify, swim team management services; and GoMotion, sports and fitness business software solutions.

At NBC Sports Next we’re fueled by our mission to innovate, create larger-than-life events, and connect with sports fans through technology that provides the ultimate in immersive experiences.

Come join us as we work together as one team to innovate and deliver what’s Next.

NBC Sports Next and Fandango business groups, NBCUniversal companies, are hiring an Analyst, Strategic Growth Initiatives. This role, reporting to the Sr. Director, Strategic Growth Initiatives, will be responsible for supporting the development of strategic and medium-range initiatives, including strategic planning, financial modeling and analysis, research and development, and strategic partnerships and implementation. This is primarily a project-based, consultative role best suited for individuals that enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic, environment with executive exposure.

Job Duties

• Partner with corporate development, marketing, finance, technology, and key business leaders to understand and align on M&A activities and integrations
• Use internal and external information to create financial models and projections to inform the business on the economic viability of various projects and decision points
• Build clear and concise presentations that summarize findings and lead to clear recommendations
• Partner with internal teams to vet existing opportunities, deal structures, and resource requirements
• Conduct market research including but not limited to: Competitor analysis, market share & positioning, consumer sentiment, and macro-economic projections
• Align with Revenue Operations and FP&A team to provide financial projections for new products during budget and forecast planning
• Provide support for executive projects and presentations on ad-hoc basis
• Assist in the development of strategies and alignment to be ahead of industry trends and fully utilize company capabilities to maximize growth
• Own analyses (both one-off and weekly/monthly) that provide actionable insights into metrics, issues, and opportunities
• Facilitate the evaluation of new business development opportunities including new markets, customers, products, categories, and paths to market, either through acquisitions, investments, licensing, and or partnerships

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Excellent problem-solving skills and strategic aptitude, with the ability to transform quantitative analysis into actionable recommendations and communicate them in a concise and compelling way
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships on a cross-functional team and partner with leaders across a complex business matrix and operational environment
• 2+ years of professional experience with a focus on strategy, private equity due diligence, and/or operational management
• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent, in business or relevant field
• Ability to thrive in highly ambitious and fast-paced settings and navigate multiple competing priorities to drive initiatives to completion
• Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and have excellent QA habits
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including familiarity with utilizing various formulas and functions
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, with the ability to articulate complex concepts in a concise manner in both written and verbal presentations
• Ability to apply strategic thinking and financial modeling to provide informed opinions for business decisions

Desired Qualifications

• Proven track record to recognize industry change and develop an understanding of long-term implications
• Relevant work experience with M&A Operations for a private equity firm, a top consulting firm, or a strategy department of a Fortune 100 firm
• Ability to communicate well with all levels of management and able to help translate the needs of the business into strategic recommendations and solutions.

Additional Job Requirements

• Must be willing to work in the Orlando, FL office
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Additional Information

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