Manager, Finance & Strategy - Roald Dahl Story Company

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time. The Consumer Products & Experiences Finance & Strategy team is looking for a talented Manager to support the Roald Dahl Story Company (RDSC), a division of Netflix Global Consumer Products. We’re looking for a Manager who can help the RDSC team grow and innovate in its publishing, theater and e-commerce businesses. This role will be a critical and integrated partner to the RDSC leadership team. In this role, you will need to be a big picture thinker, self-starter, and analytical thought partner with an eye for detail. You must thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a high level of intellectual curiosity, embrace ambiguity and change. You must be a solutions oriented problem solver and be able to communicate complex ideas using both qualitative and quantitative means to a broad spectrum of stakeholders. The position is based in RDSC’s office in London and will report to the Director of Consumer Products & Experiences (based in Los Angeles). RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Develop growth strategies to help scale the RDSC business Lead long range planning with an eye towards execution Conduct market research, track and compile industry trends and competitive analyses to inform consumer-centric strategies Perform analyses to support broader IP and brand development in partnership with the RDSC Leadership team Conduct market research, track and compile industry trends and competitive analyses to inform consumer-centric strategies Create deliverables and present to a broad range of creative to technical business partners, as well as external partners QUALIFICATIONS 6+ years of experience in a highly analytical environment, e.g. strategy in an e-commerce/retail/publishing/consumer products/experiences company, top management consulting firm, investment bank. We are looking for candidates that have worked in a highly-demanding environment in which complex modeling and analysis is performed. Experience in consumer products, publishing, retail, e-commerce, experiences, direct to consumer strategy is a plus. Proactive self-starter who can work independently with a high level of autonomy High aptitude and enthusiasm for problem solving, research, and financial modeling used in support of analyses and prescribed recommendations. Excellent in crafting, presenting and socializing complex ideas, recommendations and insights. Clear and adaptable communication approach necessary to partner with broad stakeholder groups. Detail oriented with a keen eye for process and business improvement opportunities. Demonstrated cross-cultural understanding and intelligence. Genuine passion and excitement for Netflix’s unique culture. Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner. We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service. At Netflix, we want to entertain the world. Whatever your taste, and no matter where you live, we give you access to best-in-class TV series, documentaries, feature films and games. Our members control what they want to watch, when they want it, in one simple subscription. We’re streaming in more than 30 languages and 190 countries, because great stories can come from anywhere and be loved everywhere. We are the world’s biggest fans of entertainment, and we’re always looking to help you find your next favorite story.

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