Overview (Why This Role?)
Are you passionate about solving complex business challenges, driving innovation, and shaping the future of media? As a Corporate Strategy Analyst at Hearst Magazines, you’ll play a pivotal role in defining and executing strategic priorities that will influence the long-term direction of the company. Sitting within our Strategy and Corporate Development team, this role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership across functions—consumer, editorial, advertising, digital product, engineering, and data operations—on projects that matter.

About the Team (Why Us?)
Hearst Magazines’ portfolio of more than 25 powerful brands in the U.S. — including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Popular Mechanics — inspires, entertains and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital, video, social and print, reaching nearly 139 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation, cutting-edge technology and industry-leading data capabilities, we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 260 magazine editions and 200 websites around the world and, together, we are reinventing publishing for the 21st century.

Key Responsibilities

Drive execution of key strategic initiatives by coordinating project plans, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring timely delivery of key milestones
Craft high-impact presentations and briefing materials for senior leadership, board members, and external partners, distilling complex data into clear, visual narratives
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support strategic planning and evaluate potential growth opportunities
Stay up-to-date on technology trends, consumer behavior shifts, and changes in the publishing landscape to inform the company’s digital innovation roadmap
Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across editorial, advertising, digital product, engineering, and data operations
Tackle ambiguous business challenges with structured thinking and data-driven recommendations
Support evaluation of potential partnerships or M&A opportunities
Operate in a hybrid work environment, with regular in-office presence required in our New York City headquarters

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

Intellectually curious with excellent critical thinking and analytical skills
Strong project management capabilities; able to drive results in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
2+ years of experience in corporate strategy, corporate development, M&A, business development, or operational roles
Exceptional communication skills—written, verbal, and visual (especially in PowerPoint)
Comfortable synthesizing complex ideas into actionable insights
Interest in media, journalism, or publishing
Bachelor’s degree required

Compensation & Benefits
The base salary for this role is between $66,000 - $80,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries
Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events
Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities
Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered
Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1
Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match

Hearst is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Corporate Strategy Analyst

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