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Exec Director/Director, Corporate Strategy & Business Development

Job ID 10148824 Location Minato-ku, Japan Business The Walt Disney Company (APAC) Date posted Apr. 17, 2026
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Job Summary:

Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognized by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration, results in an inclusive employee experience characterized by continuous learning, development and achievement.

Job Summary: 
Corporate Strategy & Business Development (CSBD) is responsible for developing strategies to drive long-term growth for The Walt Disney Company (TWDC). The CSBD team works closely with business leaders to drive and support strategy development and execution.

We are seeking a candidate with experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, investment banking, or private equity. The role requires strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities; demonstrated track record of leading complex strategic projects and driving deals or strategic partnerships; and the ability to work effectively in highly collaborative environments. The ideal candidate will communicate clearly and confidently in English, bring experience covering the APAC region, and be comfortable partnering with a broad range of stakeholders across multiple business lines and functional teams within TWDC.

Responsibilities: 

  • Drive Long Range Plan (LRP) and regional strategic reviews, with particular focus on Corporate, local Content, Theatrical, and other media-related businesses
  • Synthesize market, industry, and competitive intelligence to anticipate emerging trends and identify incremental and transformational growth opportunities for Disney Entertainment
  • Develop and evaluate business cases and strategic plans to capture new growth initiatives and adjacent opportunities
  • Collaborate with the Content team to shape DTC local content strategy in-region; oversee Content Planning & Analysis (CP&A) to ensure strategic alignment
  • Guide relevant Strategic Research initiatives
  • Support the identification, evaluation, and execution of M&A and strategic partnerships across APAC, in close collaboration with cross-functional and global teams; build and manage key external relationships to advance corporate strategy

Professional Qualifications and Experiences

  • 15+ years of experience in top-tier management consulting, corporate strategy, investment banking, or private equity, with a strong track record of leading complex strategic initiatives
  • Deep understanding of the media and content landscape in APAC, with strong familiarity across digital platforms and entertainment ecosystems
  • Proven experience operating at a regional level across APAC markets
  • Demonstrated ability to lead/scale a multi-functional Strategy/BD team to drive enterprise-level business outcomes
  • MBA from a top-tier business school strongly preferred, with 8+ years of post-MBA experience
  • Native/near-native fluency in English is required; professional working proficiency in Japanese, Korean, or Chinese is a plus
  • The candidate must be based in Tokyo or willing to relocate

Skills

  • Strong executive presence, with the ability to influence and align stakeholders at all levels
  • Demonstrated ability to translate high-level strategy into clear, actionable plans and drive execution amid ambiguity
  • Exceptional project leadership, with the ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously
  • Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to leverage data to inform decisions and shape strategy
  • Clear and persuasive communicator, capable of developing concise, compelling narratives tailored to diverse audiences
  • High cultural fluency and sensitivity across APAC markets
  • Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic and evolving business environment

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

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About The Walt Disney Company (APAC):

For over 70 years, The Walt Disney Company has been entertaining consumers in Asia Pacific – and enriching people’s lives. Today’s consumer can discover new branded experiences in many ways and in many markets from Australia, New Zealand, Mainland China, Japan, Korea to Southeast Asia.

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.

This position is with TWDC (Japan) Ltd., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (APAC).

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