Manager, Strategy

We're looking for a Manager, Strategy to join us in Denver, CO.

• In this role, you will support the VP of Strategy & Technology and the Corporate Strategy team by providing the needed strategic insight to drive intelligent, sound decision making.
• The role supports strategic decision making impacting the overall business, with a focus on exploring new opportunities for growth or assessing potential threats and disruption in technology and innovation. The role is responsible for analyzing, reporting and presenting industry insights, company performance and key project updates to support the executive teams in decision making.
• By bringing strong quantitative skills, strategic thinking and sound business judgment, the role brings the ability to think about what is -- and what the possibilities could be.
• The roll and the VP of Strategy & Technology are based in Denver, while the wider Corporate Strategy team is largely based on London
• The Manager, Strategy role is classified as Salaried Exempt, not eligible for overtime pay.

What will you be doing?

• Structure complex problems, gather and analyse massive amounts of information expeditiously, and deliver insights and recommendations to the executive teams.
• Understand and stay current on industry trends, new technology and internal product development efforts. Leverage this knowledge to keep the VP, Strategy and the Chief Strategy Officer updated on key initiatives and opportunities.
• Identify and engage potential opportunities via networking, technology meet-ups and industry research.
• Lead projects for the Strategy team, work across cross-functional teams, influence decision making within senior-level audiences, and drive management team decisions.
• Work closely with the Corporate Strategy team on larger assignments
• Prepare analysis and reporting on behalf of the Strategy team, as well as materials / presentations for internal events, conferences, etc.

We tend to look for people with:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant area such as Finance, Business or Economics or other related field
• 5 years of experience in corporate strategy function, finance, corporate development or other relevant experience. Strategy experience is highly preferred.
• Telecommunications experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience exhibiting quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders, collaborating with people across functional boundaries, bringing groups to alignment.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to quickly get to grips with new markets, products and technologies and distill what the key drivers and potential impact of these are on our businesses.
• Ability to manage projects, from conception - problem identification, approach, work stream development, through insight, recommendation and initial execution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required and the ability to build relationships throughout the organization at all levels (incl. country leaders and senior corporate executives).
• Excellent and proven consulting skills, including storyboarding, quantitative and qualitative analysis, business modelling and report writing.
• Advanced Excel financial modelling skills and PowerPoint skills.
• Ability to work in a matrix organization and deal with ambiguity.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, and work with teams across cultures.
• Willingness to travel.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary Bonus
• 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more
• Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance
• Matched pension contribution up to 10%
• Access to our car benefit scheme
• Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us
• The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team

Who we are:

We're building Tomorrow's Connections Today, bringing people together through the power of our technology.

Liberty Global is a world leader in converged broadband, video and mobile communications and an active investor in cutting-edge infrastructure, content and technology ventures.

With our investments in fibre-based and 5G networks we play a vital role in society, currently providing over 85 million fixed and mobile connections and rolling out the next generation of products and services, while readying our networks for 10 Gbps and beyond.

We're creating national champions, combining the best broadband and mobile networks under brands such as Virgin Media-02 in the UK, VodafoneZiggo in The Netherlands, Telenet in Belgium, Sunrise in Switzerland, Virgin Media in Ireland and UPC in Slovakia.

Liberty Global Ventures, our global investment arm, has a portfolio of more than 75 companies and funds across content, technology and infrastructure, including strategic stakes in ITV, Univision, Plume, Lionsgate and the Formula E racing series.

Our scale enables us to transfer knowledge and expertise across our operations and investments, creating a dynamic family of brands united in the pursuit of innovation and excellence.

And we're prioritising diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace and communities, while reducing our impact on the environment. We are using technology as a force for good; for our people, our partners and the planet.

Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. We're 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society. So we're keen to hear from candidates of all background and circumstances.

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Salary Range $96000 to $120,000 dependent on experience bonus & excellent benefits