Manager, Corporate Strategy

Elevate

Job Location:

Charlotte, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ABOUT ELEVATE:

Elevate is a full-service consulting firm that inspires high-performing organizations to find their limits and push past them. With expertise in brand consulting sales strategy data-driven insights and talent optimization Elevate gives its clients a competitive edge in the fight for peoples precious time and attention. Established in 2018 Elevate set out to help sports teams and leagues spark innovation and drive the years since the world of sports has transformed today standing at the convergence of media entertainment and consumer brands with Elevate supporting some of the worlds most ambitious businesses across these sectors. Elevates proprietary technology data sources and software products combined with our thoughtful insights and people-centric approach give clients a 360-degree view of their customers underpinning intelligent decision-making on marketing spend growth strategy and more.

Our team of 700 employees spans the globe with in 20 locations worldwide. We value recruiting diverse individuals to our team to bring new perspectives to our company and look forward to learning more about you in the recruitment process. To learn more and see what weve been up to follow Elevate on X LinkedIn and Instagram.

MANAGER CORPORATE STRATEGY OVERVIEW:

Elevate is looking for a Manager to join our Corporate Strategy team. This role is central to forming Elevates long-range strategic vision and translating it into action owning high-priority internal initiatives that span verticals and being a key thought partner to senior leadership on the questions that matter most to Elevates future.

As a Manager on the Corporate Strategy team you will shape how Elevate thinks about its own business: identifying growth opportunities synthesizing complex information into strategic narratives and leading initiatives that cut across all Elevates business segments. You will own high-visibility projects build relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders and ensure every deliverable reflects the analytical rigor and storytelling quality Elevate brings to its clients.

There is a strong preference for this role to be based in one of Elevates offices (Charlotte New York Santa Clara or Nashville). This role requires the ability to travel with flexibility for evening and weekend engagements as needed.

WHAT YOULL DO

Strategy Development

Lead workstreams related to Elevates long-range strategic plan translating executive priorities into structured frameworks and actionable roadmaps
Lead cross-vertical strategy projects coordinating across Elevates practice areas to drive alignment on shared priorities and collective goals
Support corporate development activities including evaluating potential acquisition and partnership targets building valuation models and scenario analyses and developing integration frameworks that translate deal rationale into operational results

Research Analysis & Financial Modeling

Build financial models to inform business decisions resource allocation and strategic scenario planning
Conduct rigorous primary and secondary research on competitors market trends and industry dynamics incorporating external benchmarks to strengthen the case for change
Leverage emerging AI capabilities and data platforms to accelerate analysis and enhance deliverable quality

Executive Storytelling & Communication

Develop board-level materials CEO presentations and executive briefings that clearly articulate Elevates strategic direction and translate complex analysis into decision-ready insights
Ensure all work products meet a consistently high standard of analytical rigor and visual quality

Team Development

Mentor and develop analysts and interns across technical analytical and professional competencies
Provide ongoing coaching feedback and direction to project team members
Support recruiting hiring and onboarding new team members

WHAT YOULL BRING

Experience

4 years of professional experience in management consulting investment banking corporate strategy or an equivalent role at a leading organization
Sports or entertainment industry experience is a plus

Skills & Capabilities

Strong financial modeling and quantitative analysis skills with advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets
Demonstrated ability to structure ambiguity develop frameworks and manage complex projects from kickoff through delivery
Proven experience building client relationships and managing external stakeholders
Exceptional storytelling skills and ability to translate data-driven insights into polished decks and persuasive presentations
Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to effectively present to senior audiences
Proficiency across MS Office and Google Drive suites
AI-savvy: actively exploring and applying generative AI and emerging tools to improve workflows analysis and client delivery

Attributes

Intellectual curiosity creativity and meticulous attention to detail
Results-driven with exceptional organizational skills and the composure to manage concurrent engagements under deadline pressure
Collaborative and adaptable ready to flex across varied responsibilitiesdepending on engagement needs
Passion for sports and live entertainment

POSITION DETAILS:

Full Time Exempt
Medical Dental Vision Life Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance FSA HSA and more
401k Employer Match after meeting eligibility requirements
Unlimited PTO Paid Parental Leave
In-office preferred: CLT Nashville or other Elevate office

This position is open to all qualified candidates. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability in connection with the application process you may contact us at emailprotected

We are proud to be an equal opportunity/veterans/disabled/ LGBT employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided based on qualifications merit and business need without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation national origin disability status protected veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Required Experience:

Manager

ABOUT ELEVATE:Elevate is a full-service consulting firm that inspires high-performing organizations to find their limits and push past them. With expertise in brand consulting sales strategy data-driven insights and talent optimization Elevate gives its clients a competitive edge in the fight for pe...