Director, Applied Strategy & Market Intelligence
About The Position
Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe’s all about. We give everyone—from emerging artists to global brands—everything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences! We’re passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours! As the Director of Applied Strategy & Market Intelligence , you will shape Adobe’s most consequential business decisions for our Digital Media organization. This role sits at the intersection of economics, strategy, and storytelling – where your insights will guide investments, acquisitions, and growth bets that define Adobe’s future. You’ll architect financial and business models, develop dynamic market frameworks, and craft strategic narratives that empower senior leaders to act with confidence. If you thrive on turning complexity into clarity and influencing decisions at the highest level, this role is designed for you.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s in Business , Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a quantitative field; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred
- 10+ years in strategy , consulting, investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or strategic finance
- Proven track record developing market theses, building financial models that informed major decisions, and driving cross-functional initiatives to completion
- Executive presence—experience advising C-suite leaders in complex, matrixed environments
- Tech-sector fluency—prior experience in software, SaaS, or technology strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Economic Frameworks: Illuminate path-forward scenarios for major investments, acquisitions, and market developments
- Business Modeling: Stress-test assumptions and reveal value creation mechanics across Adobe’s portfolio
- Market Intelligence: Position Adobe ahead of competitive and industry shifts through actionable insights
- Cross-Functional Alignment: Drive strategic cohesion across product, finance, engineering, go-to-market, and corporate development
- Planning Rigor: Evolve modeling methodologies and strategic frameworks to accelerate the pace of Adobe’s ambition
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
