At a Glance
- Tasks: Support strategic initiatives that drive growth and digital transformation in a leading media organisation.
- Company: Join a high-profile media business with a focus on innovation and strategy.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £50,000 plus benefits and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Gain exposure to senior leadership and work on high-impact initiatives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on strategic direction and shape the future of a recognised brand.
- Qualifications: Experience in consulting or corporate strategy 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 London employer: Michael James Associates
Join a leading media organisation in London, where you will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work culture that values innovation and strategic thinking. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities and the chance to work alongside senior leaders on impactful projects that drive digital transformation and commercial success. Enjoy a competitive salary of up to £50,000 plus benefits, all while contributing to a high-profile brand in the heart of the media industry.
