Manager, Corporate Development & Finance

PlayStation Global•San Mateo, CA

2d•$172,200 - $258,200•Hybrid

About The Position

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE), the company behind the PlayStation brand and a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, is seeking a highly motivated and versatile Manager for its Corporate Development & Finance team. The team partners with senior leadership on C-level decisions involving market intelligence, strategic planning, M&A and investment evaluation and execution, post-investment management, and investor communications. This highly visible role is intended for an independent, well-rounded strategic leader who can work across strategic initiatives, business insights, investor relations, and M&A and investments. The Manager will engage frequently with SIE leadership and collaborate with stakeholders on important priorities shaping the future of SIE and PlayStation. The successful candidate will be a structured thinker and strong executor who can manage multiple high-priority workstreams, work with senior stakeholders across global teams, and bring an interest in innovation in gaming. The position is based in San Mateo or Los Angeles under a hybrid working policy. The estimated base pay range is $172,200–$258,200 USD. The role is eligible for SIE’s benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, matching 401(k), paid time off, a wellness program, and Sony product discounts; it may also be eligible for a bonus package.

Requirements

5–8+ years of relevant experience in a highly analytical and strategic role.
Strong generalist toolkit with experience spanning strategy, finance, and/or operations.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, including financial modeling and business case development.
Strong communication skills and ability to synthesize complex topics into clear, executive-ready materials.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects autonomously and adapt to evolving business priorities.
Experience supporting and coordinating executive forums and leadership communications in a fast-paced setting.
Collaborative, low-ego team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence across functions and cultures.
High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
BA/BS degree required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in investment banking, management consulting, transaction advisory (Big 4 or equivalent), corporate development, strategic finance, investor relations, or similar roles.
Experience and/or passion for technology, gaming, media, and entertainment.
MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the development and articulation of SIE’s corporate strategy and mid- and long-range planning.
Develop executive-level materials, including strategy updates, board presentations, and CEO briefings.
Partner with business units to evaluate strategic initiatives, business cases, and capital allocation decisions.
Lead or support high-impact cross-functional initiatives on behalf of senior leadership.
Drive alignment across global stakeholders and functions.
Manage concurrent projects, maintaining attention to detail, timelines, and stakeholder communication.
Support investor relations activities, including earnings materials, investor presentations, and story development.
Translate complex financial and strategic topics into clear narratives for internal and external stakeholders.
Assist with investor inquiries and prepare senior leadership for external engagements.
Support due diligence and transaction execution for acquisitions, investments, or partnerships as needed.
Contribute to integration planning and execution, including Day 1 readiness and tracking value-creation initiatives.
Develop frameworks and KPIs to monitor the performance of acquired or invested businesses.
Lead investment reviews to assess performance against investment theses and identify lessons learned.
Track and report strategic and financial outcomes of investments.
Refine internal processes, playbooks, and tools across the investment lifecycle.