Director, Corporate Development

Director, Corporate Development
Nr ref: SNI70733
Lokalizacja: London, New York or Warsaw
 
Opportunity
This role will be pivotal in contributing to international strategy and initiatives at Scripps Networks Interactive.  The Director will work closely with international teams on any number of deals and projects.
 
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities for the Corporate Development Director will include:
 
•    Work in close collaboration with the international senior executive team to evaluate both long term and short term strategic initiatives and assess business development deals and relationships;
•    Understand competitive media landscape to identify new potential opportunities that will expand and continue to drive rapid growth of Scripps  internationally;
•    Actively monitor and evaluate market developments and trends across all platforms, with a keen eye toward new and emerging technologies;
•    Structure complex deals including acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic alliances with content and technology providers;
•    Assure that deals are successfully negotiated with all deal points carefully considered;
•    Partner with international team to develop business plans and proposals and development activities;
•    Participate in the development and implementation of various strategic initiatives.
 
Candidate Profile
We are looking for an accomplished, senior executive with at least 10 years of experience leading, managing, developing and executing strategic plans and managing business development efforts within complex organizations. 

Experience in TV, entertainment and digital is a must.  Below is a list of qualifications and characteristics in an ideal candidate:
 
•    Expert in corporate development and strategy in the areas of digital and traditional media;
•    Must demonstrate a track record of driving and managing the development and growth of new business opportunities and products, including acquisitions, joint ventures and business expansion efforts;
•    The ability to evaluate and prioritize among multiple opportunities and to recommend which can provide maximum leverage to the company's objectives;
•    Results oriented, proactive and a highly responsive individual with excellent negotiation skills;
•    Extensive hands-on negotiation experience with complex contracts;
•    Excellent communication skills;
•    International and digital experiences are must
•    Possess a proven ability to identify and solve complex problems, drive results and build strong industry partnerships and relationships;
•    Team player with proven track record at working within a complex organization and with a variety of key stakeholders;
•    Prior M&A investment banking experience is required
 
Education
An MBA from a top-tier school is strongly preferred.

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