VP of Strategy

ABOUT NEXTSTEP

NextStep connects top consulting talent with high-potential opportunities through smart, AI-powered matching. We partner with ambitious companies across sectors to place experienced professionals in roles where they can have a real impact. On behalf of a client in our partner network, we are currently looking for a VP of Strategy to join their team.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is a leading global media and entertainment company headquartered in London, with brands spanning news, sports, streaming, and live events across 30 markets. With revenues of over £1.5bn and a workforce of 5,000, the business is navigating a decisive shift toward digital and direct-to-consumer revenue and is investing in the senior strategic capability needed to lead that transition with clarity and speed. The VP of Strategy reports to the Chief Strategy Officer and works across the most consequential choices facing the group.

THE ROLE

As VP of Strategy, you will lead the most important strategic projects at the group level, helping the CSO and CEO navigate questions of portfolio composition, digital investment, geographic prioritisation, and new business model development. You will manage a team of senior strategy managers and be a visible, credible presence with the most senior leaders across the business.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead a portfolio of group-level strategic projects, from streaming growth strategy and IP monetisation to M&A evaluation and geographic exit or entry decisions.

• Own the annual group strategy process, coordinating inputs from business unit leads, synthesising a coherent group view, and producing Board-ready strategy materials.

• Develop the company's perspective on market dynamics, technology trends, and competitive positioning across its key content and distribution markets.

• Manage and develop a team of three to four senior strategy managers.

• Partner with Corporate Development, Finance, and Business Unit leads to translate strategic priorities into funded, executable plans.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 10+ years of experience in strategy consulting (top-tier strongly preferred) or a VP-level corporate strategy role, ideally with exposure to media, technology, or consumer sectors.

• Track record of leading complex, multi-workstream strategic projects and influencing senior stakeholders.

• Strong commercial instincts and comfort with financial frameworks (M&A, investment cases, portfolio analysis).

• Excellent people leader, able to develop and retain high-performing strategy talent.

• Passion for media, content, or digital transformation is a genuine advantage.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Base salary of £150,000 – £185,000, depending on experience.

• Annual discretionary bonus with significant upside at this level.

• Long-term incentive plan linked to group performance.

• Private health cover, enhanced pension, and hybrid working from the London headquarters.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this role, please create your profile at getnextstep.com https://getnextstep.com/candidate/landing?utm_medium=job-board&utm_source=job-board. Once your profile is complete, our matching system will evaluate your background against the role criteria and match you with the company if it's a strong fit. No cover letter required.

This role is listed by NextStep on behalf of our client. All applications are handled with confidentiality.