Company Cox Enterprises Job Family Group Strategy & Corporate Development Job Profile Strategic Planning Manager Management Level Manager - Non People Leader Flexible Work Option Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week Travel % Yes, 15% of the time Work Shift Day Compensation Compensation includes a base salary of $106,700.00 - $177,900.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program. Job Description Job Summary: Cox Enterprises is a privately-owned communications, media and automotive services company with over $20B in annual revenue, 50k employees and national brands including Cox Communications, Autotrader, Kelly Blue Book and Axios. Cox has a proud 125-year history of building industry-leading businesses that are rooted in our mission to leave the world in a better place for the next generation. Cox Strategy & Investments (S&I) is responsible for leading Cox Enterprises’ corporate strategy, managing and diversifying our portfolio of companies and investments, supporting investments in the Atlanta Venture ecosystem (including Techstars, Endeavor, Engage Ventures, amongst others) and managing Socium, our venture capital fund. Our team is at the forefront of our efforts to build multi-billion dollar revenue platforms in new industries including Cleantech, Govtech, Edtech, Digital Media and Digital Health. Strategy & Investments offers the opportunity to make a big impact, working closely with senior executives in a close-knit, supportive team. Job Responsibilities: As a Manager, you will play a critical and highly visible role in driving forward strategic initiatives for Cox. You will lead work to drive strategic decisions with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) in CEI corporate strategy meetings. The role will be dynamic, intellectually challenging, and require strong problem-solving, quantitative and communications skills to influence decisions with senior executives at Cox Enterprises. The successful candidate will be team-oriented, proactive, willing to take on new challenges and have high integrity. In this role you will: Conduct primary and secondary research on forces shaping our businesses (e.g., macroeconomic factors, emerging technology, portfolio management best practices, etc.) Lead financial modeling efforts to guide strategic discussions. Provide actionable recommendations based on data-driven findings. Develop and present materials that translate detailed analysis into concise narratives. Collaborate cross-functionally with business unit owners, financial planning teams, and division Strategy and M&A teams. Assist with strategic, operational, and financial initiatives for portfolio companies as needed. Participate in our efforts to strengthen Atlanta’s venture ecosystem with local accelerators and startups. Job Qualifications – Experience/Education/Training: Required: Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering or related fields. Minimum of 6 years of professional work experience in strategic analysis and research at a top-tier strategy consulting firm, corporation, or private equity firm. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 4 years’ experience. Track record of consistent high-level of achievement. Proven record of leadership in a work setting and/or through extracurricular activities. Self-starter, who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presentations to senior executives. Ability to conduct complex research and analysis and present findings in a clear way. Structured and logical thinking with the ability to evaluate, filter, organize, and summarize strategic information into actionable recommendations. Experience building advanced financial models. Strong organizational skills and with impeccable attention to detail. Ability to develop sophisticated PowerPoint presentations. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment. Open minded, flexible, with an eagerness to develop professionally. Preferred: Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Accounting, or related fields. Experience with investments or M&A transactions. Experience in our sectors of interest. Other Essential Job Requirements: Travel: Not more than 20% Benefits The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave. About Us As our primary divisions Cox Automotive and Cox Communications drive new waves of innovation, Cox Enterprises is entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more. We're a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation that’s driven by those who want to make their mark. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. Cox brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.