Associate Director, Corporate Strategy

S&P Global•New York, NY

18h•$122,865 - $214,587

About The Position

The Associate Director, Corporate Strategy is part of S&P Global’s Strategy, M&A and Investments Team and reports to the Global Head of Corporate Strategy. The role supports enterprise-wide strategic activities for a global business, partnering with divisions, finance and enterprise functions to establish growth priorities and plans. The position helps define, track and discuss progress on important projects and business metrics with senior leaders, and contributes directly to strategic initiatives. The role helps drive near- and long-term strategic objectives and engages with the Enterprise Leadership Team. It involves working on multiple complex, high-impact projects across departments and geographies; managing research and presentation development; and supporting senior leaders on topics relevant to S&P Global management. The position focuses on corporate strategy development and may include M&A prospecting, due diligence and transaction-execution support in collaboration with Corporate Development. The Associate Director partners across S&P Global to identify and assess organic and inorganic growth opportunities. The role offers exposure to S&P Global’s divisions, senior executives and industry experts, and contributes to strategic decision-making and planning. It is limited to individuals with indefinite right to work in the United States. The position is eligible for an annual incentive plan. S&P Global’s anticipated US base salary range is $122,865 to $214,587; final compensation depends on location, experience, skills, training, licenses and certifications.

Requirements

At least 6 years of relevant experience, including experience in areas such as management consulting, financial analysis, M&A modeling and execution, strategy, or senior executive exposure and support.
Demonstrated ability to drive workstreams and substantial portions of projects with significant strategic impact.
Superior strategic and analytical skills, including the ability to draw insights and develop clear recommendations.
High motivation, initiative and ability to influence senior leaders.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and relationship-management capabilities, including executive-level PowerPoint skills and the ability to summarize strategic rationale clearly and succinctly.
Solid business acumen and knowledge of the financial data industry and markets.
Indefinite right to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Relevant experience in or interacting with a publicly listed company with global operations.
Knowledge of applying AI to financial services, emerging technologies, and experience developing technology strategies.

Responsibilities

Design and execute strategic projects, develop recommendations and obtain stakeholder buy-in.
Work with corporate strategy leads and senior management to define goals through the annual strategic planning process.
Develop actionable recommendations in support of business strategy and goals, and help plan and implement them while building trust and consensus.
Develop business and operational action plans and work with peers, senior management and stakeholders to drive implementation.
Help articulate S&P Global’s strategy in a clear, compelling narrative tailored to executive audiences.
Help prepare communications about S&P Global strategy and updates for the board of directors and investor community, gradually taking a central role in presentations.
Work with M&A and Chief Client Office colleagues to assess and profile potential acquisition, joint venture and alliance targets.
Participate in scenario planning, case studies and modeling to strengthen the strategy.
Analyze businesses and opportunities to support strategic decisions.
Monitor industry trends, the competitive landscape and emerging technologies.
Identify changes in market conditions, industry trends, regulation and regional or country macroeconomic factors that may require strategic-plan changes, including effects of technology.
Promote an enterprise mindset and serve as a role model, educator, coach and mentor across the organization.