Manager, Corporate Strategy

Job ID 10162239 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Oct. 19, 2026

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Job Summary:

Job Requirements

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Manager, Corporate Strategy to play a critical role in shaping the company’s long-term direction and driving enterprise-wide impact. Corporate Strategy sits at the center of Disney’s most important decisions — partnering with senior leadership, segments, and the Board to define strategic priorities, evaluate growth opportunities, and inform capital allocation decisions across the enterprise while positioning Disney for long-term success.

What You Will Do:

Drive High-Impact Strategic Initiatives

Manage workstreams within complex, cross-functional initiatives, partnering closely with corporate and segment teams
Help build alignment across the organization to ensure strategies are translated into clear execution plans
Contribute to a clear, independent point of view to senior leadership on strategic decisions

Shape Enterprise Strategy & Capital Allocation

Facilitate strategic planning efforts that establish the enterprise outlook and inform capital allocation decisions
Partner with Finance, Investor Relations, and business leaders to help shape targets, financial scenarios, and long-term priorities
Develop perspectives on growth opportunities, risks, and trade-offs impacting the company

Support Portfolio & Growth Strategy

Evaluate Disney’s portfolio through strategic and financial lenses, identifying opportunities to enhance value and mitigate risk
Identify incremental and transformational growth opportunities across businesses and adjacent sectors
Assess long-term business performance to inform decisions that improve returns and enterprise value

Evaluate Inorganic Opportunities

Evaluate M&A, partnerships, and new business opportunities across current businesses, adjacencies, and new growth areas
Partner with Corporate Development and external advisors to support decision-making and execution

Deliver Market & Competitive Insight

Drive competitive analysis and benchmarking to inform enterprise strategy
Develop a clear view of the evolving landscape and Disney’s ability to shape and win in the market
Identify emerging trends (e.g., technology, consumer behavior) and translate into strategic implications

Partner Across the Enterprise

Collaborate closely with segments, Investor Relations, FP&A, and Corporate Development to drive alignment
Serve as a trusted partner to corporate and segment teams
Build strong relationships across the organization to enable effective decision-making and execution

Develop Talent

Contribute to the development of a high-performing strategy team with clear ownership and accountability
Foster a culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, and continuous development
Provide mentorship and growth opportunities to team’s senior analysts

Required Qualifications & Skills:

5+ years of experience in corporate strategy, consulting, investment banking, or private equity
Proven experience managing workstreams within enterprise-level strategic initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders
Strong financial acumen, including modeling and valuation
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication skills, including supporting executive-level storytelling and presentation development

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

Experience in media, entertainment, or technology industries
MBA degree
Background in corporate strategy, business development, or investment roles
Ability to translate complexity into clear, actionable insights and decisions
Exceptional financial modeling and presentation development skills
Strong business judgment in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to work across diverse stakeholders in a matrixed organization
Collaborative, low-ego mindset and ability to thrive in a high-performance, team-oriented environment

Disclaimer

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $155,000 to $189,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

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Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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