At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape the future of the mobile industry with strategic insights and recommendations.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at GSMA, influencing high-impact industry topics.
- Benefits: Gain exceptional exposure to senior leadership and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborate across functions and regions in a high-impact environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a newly established Strategy function.
- Qualifications: Experience in strategy consulting or corporate strategy with strong analytical skills.
In a newly established Strategy function, we are building a small, high-impact team that shapes the future direction of GSMA and the mobile industry. Our Strategy Consultants are at the heart of this work. They combine structured thinking, analytical rigour, and strong communication skills to turn complex questions into clear recommendations. You will work across both sector strategy and corporate strategy priorities — supporting industry foresight, strategic planning, business case development, and executive decision-making. This role offers exceptional exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence high-impact industry topics.
About the Team
The Strategy team shapes the long-term direction of the GSMA to ensure we provide maximum value to our members and the broader mobile ecosystem. The team is responsible for:
- Sector Strategy & Foresight – defining the industry’s 3–5 year outlook and implications for GSMA
- Corporate Strategy – developing the 3-year strategic roadmap of GSMA, KPIs, business plan, and high-level operating plan
- Strategic Initiatives – leading/coordinating cross‑functional initiatives externally and internally (e.g., 5G monetisation, 6G, AI, Innovation, inorganic growth opportunities, AI‑first GSMA)
- GSMA Intelligence – the only data and insights source built from inside the telecoms industry, delivering trusted forecasts, real‑time insights and deep research across the global telecoms ecosystem
- Strategy Group – convening telecom CSOs to align on industry-level priorities
As a small, high‑impact team, we work across functions and regions to drive clarity, alignment, and execution against long‑term goals.
About the role
The Strategy Consultant supports the development of high‑quality strategic insights, recommendations, and decision frameworks for both industry‑facing and internal strategy priorities. This role is responsible for:
- Framing complex problems clearly
- Conducting structured research and analysis
- Synthesising insights into compelling narratives
- Supporting executive decision‑making with robust evidence and clear options
The position requires strong intellectual curiosity, analytical discipline, and the ability to work in ambiguity.
Strategic Analysis & Insight Development
- Conduct structured analysis on industry trends (e.g., AI, 5G monetisation, 6G, ecosystem shifts)
- Develop market, competitor, and ecosystem assessments
- Support development of sector outlooks and foresight reports
- Translate complex information into clear strategic implications
Corporate Strategy & Planning Support
- Support development of 3‑year plans and strategic roadmaps
- Assist in portfolio analysis and prioritisation exercises
- Develop business cases and investment assessments
- Support definition of KPIs and success metrics
- Prepare materials for Executive Committee and Board discussions
Problem Structuring & Decision Support
- Break down ambiguous challenges into structured workstreams
- Build analytical models, scenarios, and frameworks
- Present clear recommendations with defined trade‑offs and risks
- Ensure strategic choices are supported by data and evidence
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with regional and functional teams to gather insights
- Facilitate workshops and stakeholder discussions when required
- Ensure alignment between strategic recommendations and operational realities
About You
- Experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or project delivery roles
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
- Comfortable working with quantitative and qualitative data
- Ability to structure ambiguous questions into clear frameworks
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High intellectual curiosity and learning agility
- Comfortable operating across different functions and levels of seniority
- Experience in management consulting, telecom, technology, or digital ecosystems is essential
Accessibility Statement
We strive to offer a meaningful and inclusive application experience for all candidates. Should you require any accommodations or adjustments due to a disability or for any other reason during the hiring process, please contact talent@gsma.com with your request.
Senior Strategy Manager employer: Flourish Ventures
At Alloy, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant work culture where collaboration and diversity are celebrated. With benefits like unlimited holiday, flexible work policies, and a strong focus on employee growth through training programs and development stipends, we empower our team members to thrive both personally and professionally. Located in a hybrid work environment, Alloy offers the unique advantage of building meaningful connections with colleagues and customers alike, ensuring that every employee feels valued and engaged.
