VP, Corporate Strategy
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10154940 Location Burbank, California, United States / New York, New York, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Jul. 02, 2026Job Summary:
About the Role
The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Vice President, Corporate Strategy to play a critical role in shaping the company’s long-term direction and driving enterprise-wide impact.
Corporate Strategy sits at the center of Disney’s most important decisions—partnering with senior leadership, segments, and the Board to define strategic priorities, evaluate growth opportunities, and inform capital allocation decisions across the enterprise while positioning Disney for long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Lead High-Impact Strategic Initiatives
- Own and lead complex, cross-functional initiatives end-to-end, partnering closely with segment leadership
- Build alignment across the organization to ensure strategies are translated into clear execution plans
- Provide a clear, independent point of view to senior leadership on strategic decisions
Shape Enterprise Strategy & Capital Allocation
- Lead strategic planning efforts that establish the enterprise outlook and inform capital allocation decisions
- Partner with Finance, Investor Relations, and business leaders to align on targets, financial scenarios, and long-term priorities
- Develop perspectives on growth opportunities, risks, and trade-offs impacting the company
Drive Portfolio & Growth Strategy
- Evaluate Disney’s portfolio through strategic and financial lenses, identifying opportunities to enhance value and mitigate risk
- Identify incremental and transformational growth opportunities across businesses and adjacent sectors
- Assess long-term business performance and enable decisions that improve returns and enterprise value
Evaluate Inorganic Opportunities
- Identify and evaluate M&A, partnerships, and new business opportunities across core and adjacent spaces
- Partner with Corporate Development and external advisors to support decision-making and execution
- Assess opportunities across current businesses, adjacencies, and new growth areas
Deliver Market & Competitive Insight
- Lead competitive analysis and benchmarking to inform enterprise strategy
- Develop a clear view of the evolving landscape and Disney’s ability to shape and win in the market
- Identify emerging trends (e.g., technology, consumer behavior) and translate into strategic implications
Partner Across the Enterprise
- Collaborate closely with segments, Investor Relations, FP&A, and Corporate Development to drive alignment
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, influencing critical business decisions
- Build strong relationships across the organization to enable effective decision-making and execution
Lead and Develop Talent
- Lead and develop a high-performing strategy team with clear ownership and accountability
- Foster a culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, and continuous development
- Provide mentorship and growth opportunities to build the next generation of strategy leaders
Basic Qualifications
- 15+ years of experience in corporate strategy, consulting, investment banking, or private equity
- Proven experience leading enterprise-level strategic initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders
- Strong financial acumen, including modeling, valuation, and capital allocation analysis
- Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills, including executive-level storytelling and presentation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in media, entertainment, or technology industries
- Background in corporate strategy, business development, or investment roles
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
What Sets You Apart
- Ability to translate complexity into clear, actionable insights and decisions
- Strong business judgment with a focus on long-term value creation and outcomes
- Proven ability to build alignment across diverse stakeholders in a matrixed organization
- A collaborative, low-ego leader who thrives in a high-performance, team-oriented environment
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $236,600 - $316,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):
At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).
Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.