Job Title: Corporate Strategy Associate Director
Strategic Projects Unit delivers analysis on complex strategic issues, supports the ExCom to define the strategy at Corporate level, identifies main threats and opportunities, and supports the definition/implementation of key organic and inorganic growth opportunities.
As part of the Strategic Projects team, the Associate Director Corporate Strategy will directly:
Guide highly sensitive & confidential strategy projects in complex political environments
Clarify project expectations and align on recommendations with ExCom members
Present recommendations to CEO/ExCom/Business Unit Heads
Support team members in framing & delivering strategic analysis
Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders to achieve successful project delivery
Main responsibilities
1. Strategic projects
Guide complex strategic studies on areas with significant influence on the company (e.g., business model changes, re-organizations, spin-offs, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)). Projects of this magnitude have the CEO/ExCom as a client, involve many senior stakeholders, and take place in politically-charged environments.
Frame the study, ensure adequate staffing, and align on high-level timelines & deliveries. Manage the project using best practices, present findings and recommendations to appropriate decision groups, including CEO and ExCom. In some occasions, develop material for the Board of Directors.
Identify promising/emerging growth opportunities, determining market attractiveness, strategic fit, and executional feasibility, and share results with executive management.
Facilitate the execution of strategic recommendations through adequate hand-over, stakeholder engagement, and acting as an external advisor when requested. In some cases, participate in the evaluation of specific M&A targets.
2. People & Talent Management
Coordinate virtual teams of internal/external stakeholders to deliver projects, setting objectives, steering content, identifying threats & removing roadblocks, creating development opportunities for participants, providing timely feedback, and participating in the performance assessment of team members.
Oversee direct reports' annual performance reviews, coordinating feedback from project leaders, identifying development areas & providing coaching. Identify top talent and ensure retention via ad-hoc career planning.
Lead or participate in recruitment processes of the department.
3. Stakeholder engagement (internal & external)
Develop and maintain internal/external network to facilitate strategic projects execution (e.g., gathering feedback from external experts, ensuring access to data, aligning stakeholders, etc.)
Participate in external conferences and work groups on behalf of Amadeus within multilateral organizations/industry bodies, driving Amadeus agenda through timely communication & action.
Develop relationships with top-tier universities to improve corporate awareness and ensure a healthy pipeline of candidates.
About the ideal candidate
University Degree with Master in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)/business/economics and/or MBA with excellent academic results.
10-12+ years of experience in a management position in top-tier strategy consultancy or strategy departments of large corporations.
High level of knowledge of the Travel and IT industries.
Good understanding of Strategy and Planning functions in large international companies with strategy toolkit to understand and solve complex business issues.
Fluency in English
Working at Amadeus, you will find:
A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you will be powering the future of travel and pursuing a critical mission and extraordinary purpose.
A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture.
Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, through on-the-job training, formal learning activities, and day-to-day interactions with colleagues.
A caring environment - Amadeus fosters a caring environment, nurturing both a fulfilling career and personal and family life. We care about our employees and strive to provide a supportive work environment.
A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive remuneration packages, covering all essential components of a competitive reward offer, including salary, bonus, equity, and benefits.
A flexible working model - We want our employees to do their best work, wherever and however it works best for them.
A diverse and inclusive community - We are committed to leveraging our uniquely diverse population to drive innovation, creativity, and collaboration across our organization.
A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental values that drive our actions and shape long-lasting relationships with our customers, partners, and employees.
Willing to contribute to the future of the travel tech industry?
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Diversity & Inclusion
Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.
Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.
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