Director, Business Dev. & Strategy - NBCUniversal

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The Director of Business Development & Strategy will lead and support initiatives to drive Ad Sales and new business growth across NBCUniversal’s local businesses including broadcast television (NBC & Telemundo), OTT Properties (Peacock), Cable Properties (Regional Sports Nets), Production Arm (LX), Out of Home and Multi-Platform businesses. A significant portion of the role will support NBC Spot On which is NBCU’s high growth regional advanced OTT/CTV monetization platform. The position will focus on traditional Ad Sales analysis across the breadth of the portfolio including pricing, yield management, competitive positioning and product offering. They will work with the SVP of BD & Strategy on identifying, evaluating, and recommending Business Development opportunities in support of our overall growth plan across OTT/Streaming, Ad Tech and Traditional Media. These opportunities could also include acquisitions, strategic partnerships, distribution agreements, technology, and/or content deals.  He/she will support day to day operating as well as own a variety of transactions / partnerships. 

This high-profile role will require extensive interaction with senior executive leadership in a growth area of the company.  It is a unique opportunity for those interested in a position that combines traditional and streaming media as well as key focus on operating a high growth business.

Responsibilities

• Support/lead business development discussions with external and internal strategic partners across television, digital, mobile and digital out of home
• Identify new business opportunities and lead the development and presentation of strategic business plans
• Coordinate with key internal and external stakeholders in the development and execution of deals
• Support the launch of new products by working with constituents across functions to ensure alignment and success
• Act as main business contact and of all 3rd party revenue partners
• Lead all financial and general analysis across projects and existing partnerships
• Support or lead strategic analysis and projects across digital and linear

• The Director should have a minimum of ten years total work experience within media BD & Strategy, investment bank or management consulting firm. Focus on television/cable and/or digital media a plus
• Deep knowledge of the internet, mobile and/or television businesses
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Must be willing to work in New York

Desired Characteristics:

• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently and take on increasing levels of responsibility
• Analytical, financial modeling, problem solving
• Strong track record of achieving results by working collaboratively with others
• Detail oriented and curious
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and experience working effectively with senior leadership
• Solid base understanding of digital technologies and their applications
• MBA a plus, but not required

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: $140,000-170,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)

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.

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