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The Strategy & Scouting Lead will be responsible for translating OpenAI’s strategy into the most compelling inorganic opportunities. You will have a constant pulse on AI trends, investment themes, and the startup landscape, and proactively surface the highest-impact companies and technologies. You will serve as a strategic thought partner, helping shape OpenAI’s direction through high-conviction, inorganic ideas that accelerate our efforts.
Job Responsibility:
Track and interpret key trends across AI, technology, and adjacent industries
Proactively source acquisition, strategic investment, and other opportunities
Partner closely with internal leaders to understand OpenAI’s priorities
Work on transactions, including opportunity framing, market and company diligence, financial analysis, and deal structuring
Work cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, GTM, Legal, Finance, and Executive Leadership to evaluate opportunities
Requirements:
10-12+ years of experience across strategy/consulting, venture capital, investment banking, corporate development, and/or product
A genuine passion for AI and its impact on the world
Deep experience analyzing emerging technologies and markets
Strong strategic judgment and analytical rigor to operate in ambiguous, fast-moving situations
Demonstrated comfort in operating with high ownership, building new processes where none exist
Clear and persuasive communication
Excitement to help build and shape OpenAI’s corporate development function
What we offer:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave
Paid time off
13+ paid company holidays
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend
Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits