Manager, Consumer Strategy & Business Development (Fixed Term Contract)
Job Summary:
About the Role & Team Disney+ is The Walt Disney Company’s Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) video entertainment service, offering premium branded content alongside a broad general entertainment library, appealing to families and adults alike. The service consists of long form and short form video, includes multiple beloved brands (Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, Hulu and ESPN), with an appealing and easy to use interface accessed across multiple platforms (e.g. smart TVs, mobile devices).
The Consumer Strategy & Business Development (CS&BD) team is responsible for Disney’s Direct-To-Consumer (DTC) strategy in EMEA, including driving the growth and long-term evolution of Disney+ in the region, exploring new market entries and developing innovative ways to expand and enhance the Disney+ experience for consumers. It also plays a key role in shaping our DTC content proposition, including building new content partnerships and local content acquisitions for Disney+.
In addition to its DTC responsibilities, this team also leads cross-business projects within the Disney’s Entertainment and ESPN segments, optimizing overall performance in the region.
Working closely with local e.g. and global US-based teams, the CS&BD team provides invaluable support and direction in driving long term growth and delivering global strategic goals. The team’s activities and accomplishments contribute to the growth and success of the company in the region.
We’re looking for a highly capable Manager of Consumer Strategy & Business Development to help shape the next phase of growth after launching our product. This role calls for someone with a sharp strategic mindset and strong analytical capabilities, who can also work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
This is a rare opportunity to participate in strong growth and to develop a career in a unique and rewarding environment.
You’ll join a team grounded in our values - Integrity, Inclusion, Creativity, Collaboration, and Community.
What You Will Do
Organic Development
- Work on strategic & financial analysis of growth opportunities for Disney+ in the region (e.g., launching in new markets).
- Review opportunities/business plans from local teams.
Strategy & Planning
- Support the preparation of annual strategic reviews.
- Monitor key market trends, extracting meaningful insights.
Partnerships, Licensing, and Corporate Development
- Evaluate potential commercial partnerships and alliances.
- Collaborate with teams to evaluate M&A/JV opportunities.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Strong academic record – top level degree.
- Experience in strategy/consulting or media/central BD.
- Demonstrable track record of delivery.
- Experience interacting with senior management.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to deliver high quality work in a fast-paced environment.
- Well-developed analytical skills.
- Strong relationship building and networking skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Strong presentation skills.
- A positive attitude.
The Perks
- 25 days annual leave.
- Private medical insurance & dental care.
- Free park entry.
- Disney discounts.
- Excellent parental leave.
We are an equal opportunity employer.