Senior Analyst, Strategy

Job Title: Senior Analyst, Strategy Requisition ID: R027959 Job Description: Job Title:   Senior Analyst, Strategy   Reporting To:   Manager , Strategy   Department:   Activision Publishing   Location:   This role is based in our Santa Monica, CA office and follows an onsite work schedule of four days per week. Work arrangements may change at the company's discretion to meet business needs.

The Strategy group at Activision is a lean, high-caliber team driving key business decisions across the entire organization. We work directly with our CFO and COO to ensure our business is identifying opportunities and delivering against   top   strategic priorities for Activision Publishing, Call of Duty, and other core franchises such as Crash, Spyro, and Tony Hawk. Our team develops exceptional talent, with members regularly graduating to leadership positions.   As a Senior Analyst, you will be a critical and visible part of the team leading Strategy for Activision. You will partner with execs and VPs across Activision and studios to   size   new   concept   opport unities,   evaluate market opportunities,   o ptimize   our por tfolio   &   mo netiza tion st rategy ,   reco m mend   p ricing   changes ,   eva luate   partnership /   joint   venture   / M&A   opportunities ,   and more.    Sample projects include:    Size   new game   opportunities:   building market sizing models,   size financial opportunity , and developing investment recommendations for new titles, sequels, or franchise extensions.   Evaluate market and growth opportunities:   assessing new platforms, regions (e.g., Asia, mobile), and business models to identify where Activision should expand next.   Shape portfolio and monetization strategy:   analyzing franchise potential and identifying opportunities to enhance player engagement and long-term value   Evaluate partnership and strategic opportunities:   assessing potential partnerships, licensing arrangements, and other strategic options that could expand Activision's reach or capabilities.   Key   R esponsibilities    Drive organization-wide strategy projects:   tackling leadership's top priorities, often spanning multiple franchises, studios, and functions.   Conduct rigorous quantitative and qualitative analyses:   synthesizing large volumes of information quickly to solve complex, ambiguous business problems under tight timelines.   Build consensus and influence decision-making:   partnering across cross-functional teams (finance, product, marketing, studios) and presenting recommendations directly to executive and VP audiences.   Develop deep expertise in the gaming industry and our franchises:   understanding how they operate, the markets they compete in, and where the next big opportunity might come from.   Player Profile   2+ years of experience plus 4-year college degree in management consulting, private equity, or corporate development/strategy at a leading TMT company   Exceptional quantitative skills and financial acumen   Persuasive communication skills, both written and verbal; comfortable interfacing with C-suite on day   one   Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency   Self-starter and comfortable with ambiguity; must be self-directed and proactive   Interest and passion for interactive entertainment and technology with the ability to learn complex industry topics and processes quickly   Our World At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of