Lead, GTM Strategy

About the position

Palo Alto Networks is scaling its business strategy organization and looking for its next senior leader. Your work as a Strategy Lead will directly and visibly contribute to our overall strategy and success. You will work as part of a case team and work directly with the senior leaders in the organization to solve complex strategy problems that are on top-of-mind for our executives.

Responsibilities

• Structure and break down complex business problems, develop a hypothesis, drive analysis and deliver recommendations
• Work collaboratively across a cross-functional set of stakeholders to gather the right information, pressure test your hypothesis, co-create deliverables, accelerate execution and unlock value
• Develop and present high-quality recommendation and deliverables (PPT, Word, etc.) for executive level consumption
• Support strategy / business planning processes and assist with developing strategic capabilities across the organization
• Drive change across the organization and be willing to wear multiple hats (strategy development, project management and execution) to do it what it takes to 'move the needle'
• Provide coaching and mentoring to leads and associates on the team and take personal interest in their growth in the organization

Requirements

• 4+ years relevant work experience post MBA with at least 2 years in management consulting (McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Deloitte, etc.), private equity or top-tier tech strategy or 'bizops' functions (Google, Facebook, Amazon, etc.)
• MBA graduate from a top-tier B- school or similar academic credentials or 'direct promote' in Consulting or equivalent military experience required
• Effective verbal and written communication ability and comfort with both business and technical discussions with senior audiences
• Experience in building relationships and leading through influence
• Experience managing projects and large-scale transformations
• Great teammate, willing to passionately roll up their sleeves and work cross-functionally to get things done
• Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments with minimal supervision
• Expertise in the Enterprise technology industry is a must, knowledge of cybersecurity industry is a plus but not required

Benefits

• Compensation includes restricted stock units and a bonus
• Flexible work environment with in-office collaboration three days a week
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities