At a Glance
- Tasks: Support strategic initiatives and drive growth in a leading media organisation.
- Company: Join a high-profile media business with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Gain exposure to senior leadership and work on high-impact projects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on strategic direction and shape the future of a recognised brand.
- Qualifications: Experience in consulting with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: London / Hybrid
Salary: Up to £50,000 + benefits
Company: Leading Media Organisation
Overview
We are working with a leading media organisation seeking a commercially minded Strategy Analyst / Strategy Associate to join their growing Strategy function. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-profile media business, supporting strategic initiatives that drive growth, digital transformation, operational improvements, and commercial performance. The ideal candidate will come from a Big 4, management consulting, or strategy consulting background, bringing strong analytical skills, structured problem-solving capability, and experience supporting senior stakeholders on strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development and execution of strategic initiatives across the organisation
- Work with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities for growth, efficiency, and transformation
- Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and industry trend assessments
- Analyse commercial, audience, and operational data to identify insights and opportunities
- Build business cases, strategic recommendations, and executive-level presentations
- Support strategic planning, forecasting, and performance reporting activities
- Partner with teams across digital, product, technology, commercial, content, and operations
- Translate complex data and insights into clear recommendations for leadership teams
- Support key transformation programmes, new initiatives, partnerships, and growth projects
- Track market trends and emerging opportunities within the media and digital landscape
Experience Required
- Experience within Big 4 consulting, management consulting, strategy consulting, or a corporate strategy environment (highly desirable)
- Strong analytical and commercial skillset with the ability to solve complex business problems
- Experience supporting strategic projects from analysis through to execution
- Excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills with the ability to create high-quality executive materials
- Strong stakeholder management skills with confidence engaging senior leaders
- Ability to structure ambiguous problems and develop clear recommendations
- Strong attention to detail with a proactive and curious mindset
Desirable Experience
- Experience working within media, entertainment, technology, consumer, or digital organisations
- Exposure to operating models, transformation, growth strategy, or business optimisation
- Experience with customer, audience, or commercial analytics
- Understanding of digital products, subscriptions, advertising, or content platforms
Ideal Backgrounds
- Strategy Consultant (Big 4 / Boutique)
- Associate Consultant
- Consultant
- Strategy Analyst
- Corporate Strategy Analyst
- Commercial Strategy Analyst
- Business Analyst (Strategy / Transformation)
- Growth Strategy Analyst
The Opportunity
This role provides the opportunity to move from consulting into an in-house strategy function, working on high-impact initiatives within a leading media organisation. You’ll gain exposure to senior leadership, influence strategic direction, and help shape the future growth of a recognised brand.
Strategy Analyst in City of London employer: Michael James Associates
Join a leading media organisation in London as a Strategy Analyst, where you'll be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to driving growth and digital transformation. With a strong focus on employee development, this role offers unique opportunities for professional growth and the chance to influence strategic initiatives that shape the future of a recognised brand. Enjoy a hybrid work environment, competitive salary, and a culture that values collaboration and creativity.
