Lead Corporate Strategy Program Manager

Playlist

2d•$131,000 - $175,000

About The Position

Playlist’s Corporate Strategy team identifies and evaluates opportunities for long-term growth, combining research, financial analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to turn strategy into action. The Lead Corporate Strategy Program Manager independently guides strategic initiatives from early ideas through evaluation and execution, helping shape Playlist’s next stage of growth. The role works closely with executive leadership and cross-functional partners to clarify complex opportunities and build alignment through recommendations, persuasion, and negotiation. The position leads initiatives such as internal programs, external partnerships, and transactions; develops investment theses and financial models; and works with Legal and Finance to support informed recommendations. It also aligns stakeholders, presents findings and actionable recommendations to executive leadership, builds relationships with external advisors and industry contacts, and mentors junior team members. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support team and business goals. The U.S. base salary range is $131,000 to $175,000. Total compensation may also include a performance bonus, benefits, and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. Actual compensation depends on candidate-specific factors, including skill set, experience, certifications, and work location.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in investment banking, consulting, private equity, or corporate development.
Demonstrated success leading project-based work in corporate development, corporate strategy, or financial planning and analysis.
Strong financial acumen and ability to build detailed models and evaluate strategic opportunities.
Ability to navigate ambiguity and time-sensitive decisions with sound judgment and a self-directed approach.
Ability to create high-quality presentations that clarify complex information and support executive decision-making.
Project management, communication, persuasion, and negotiation skills to move initiatives forward.
Ability to build trust with senior leaders and cross-functional partners and influence outcomes without formal authority.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic initiatives from scoping through execution, including internal programs, external partnerships, and transactions.
Develop investment theses, conduct in-depth research, and build financial models to assess opportunities and inform decisions.
Partner with Legal and Finance to clarify opportunity considerations and support informed recommendations.
Align cross-functional teams and internal and external stakeholders on priorities, decisions, and execution.
Translate complex findings into concise presentations and actionable recommendations for executive leadership.
Build relationships with external advisors and industry contacts to strengthen insights and opportunity evaluation.
Mentor junior team members and support their development.