Corporate Development and Strategy

AllianceBernstein • New York, NY

3d • $130,000 - $180,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the leadership of the Head of Strategy, this role will be a strategic and analytical thinker to support and serve as a thought partner to senior leaders across the organization to deliver key insights and support development of short and long-term strategies. The Corporate Strategy and Development role will perform primary and secondary research, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders. They should be excited about entrepreneurially taking ownership of important firm initiatives from start to finish.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant business experience in corporate strategy, investment banking, private equity, management consulting, or similar analytical and/or business leadership roles
• 4-year degree (advanced degree preferred)
• Exceptional intellectual curiosity with proven capability to problem-solve strategically using advanced qualitative analytical skills
• Exceptional process management skills: ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work with senior leadership and highly collaborative
• Highly professional, demonstrates good judgement and discretion
• Diligent, strong work ethic; highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strategic thinking about business growth, structured problem-solving, ability to work independently
• Must demonstrate research on AB and a clear interest in financial services

Nice To Haves

• advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strong relationships with leaders across the firm to drive initiatives and change management efforts
• Manage projects requested by the leadership team including exploring topics of importance to the business, obtaining background information on emerging issues, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders to gather information, as well as gathering resources as needed
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to assist with board of directors’ presentations and proposals made to leadership teams
• Report on progress of strategic initiatives to the Executive Leadership team and the broader organization
• Continued assessment of industry trends and market developments including competitor research and analysis
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and evaluate strategic acquisition opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of transactions.
• Coordinate with project managers in managing and organizing the diligence process
• Establish the ideal prospect profile (e.g., geography, product, sector specialties) that aligns with organizational/business unit needs
• Develop work product for Executive and Board Communications

Benefits

• Base salary is just one component of total compensation at AB, which may include, depending on eligibility, benefits, commissions, year-end incentive compensation, and other incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior