Director Corporate Development

• Develop corporate strategy in close alignment with senior leadership vision and objectives by conducting deep, insightful market / trend / competitor analysis and identifying & assessing strategic opportunities for BMG
• Own execution of strategic initiatives to turn our corporate strategy into action and realize organizational change in close collaboration with cross-functional, international teams
• Steer the development and application of AI technologies across our global teams, establishing BMG as the leading innovator in the music industry
• Lead M&A and business development initiatives from opportunity sourcing and evaluation through financial, strategic and commercial assessment
• Drive partnerships and business development activity from networking and opportunity identification to opportunity analysis, recommendation development, presentation to senior decision makers and implementation
• Lead preparation for regular committee meetings covering the latest market developments and their implications, as well as updates on BMG business priorities
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses and points of view to support senior leadership decision making on high-priority topics, translating data into meaningful insights and synthesizing & presenting recommendations

• Master’s degree in business administration, economics or comparable degree program
• 4+ years of professional experience in management consulting and / or corporate strategy
• Excellent problem structuring and analytical skills across quantitative and qualitative applications with impeccable attention to detail
• First class written and verbal communication skills with fluency in English
• German proficiency is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to successfully manage senior stakeholders and enact influence without formal authority
• Proven history of working with a high degree of autonomy and an entrepreneurial mindset, complemented by robust organizational skills
• Demonstrated comfort with ambiguity and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, technologically-driven environment
• Proven experience of working as part of a high-performing team

Passion for innovation and digital media, with professional experience in the entertainment industry not required but a plus

• Exceptional learning and development opportunities, including structured development programs, access to BMG Campus and Bertelsmann University, and training opportunities with leading global and top-tier academic institutions
• A prime Berlin location, with our modern office situated in one of the city’s most prestigous areas
• Long-term career development and growth opportunities, supported by a global organization that invests in its people and offers exposure to senior leadership and strategic topics
• A collaborative, inclusive and appreciative work environment united by a shared passion for music and creativity
• A strong corporate culture built on clear values, trust and mutual support
• Attractive corporate benefits, including Urban Sports Club discounts, company bike leasing, Bertelsmann employee benefits and more