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Strategy and Operations Lead - News Partnerships

London - Hybrid 3 Days Onsite
Date:

Overview

Placement Type:

Temporary

Compensation:

£50.00 p/h PAYE (£104,000 p/a pro rata)

Start Date:

04 Nov, 2024

As a Strategy and Operations Lead for News Partnerships, you will play a critical role in shaping the way we collaborate with news organisations around the world. You will be responsible for defining and executing strategic initiatives that enhance our relationship with the news industry, optimizing internal processes, and driving operational excellence. This role requires a deep understanding of the digital media landscape, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally with teams.

Top 3 Daily Responsibilities: 

  • Running and improving EMEA, and some global, News Partnerships operational processes (internal comms, briefing processes, partner tiering, annual OpEx planning)
  • Working closely with the French, Middle East and Africa team to triage regulatory issues for internal escalation, and prepare exec-level materials (memos, slides) to aide decision making when required
  • Provide chief of staff support to France, Middle East & Africa news partnerships director

Mandatory Skills/Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience in strategy, operations, or partnership management, preferably within the digital media or technology sectors.
  • Proven track record of developing and executing strategic initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience working with news organizations or in the media industry is highly desirable.
  • Strong spreadsheet and overall analytical skills and mindset
  • Working familiarity in professional setting with Google workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Slides)
  • Fluent English (written and spoken)

Non-Essential Skills/Qualifications: 

  • Fluent in French or Arabic

Personal Attributes:

  • Strategic thinker with a passion for the news industry.
  • Results-oriented with a focus on delivering impact.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic environment.

*This role is open for a limited time. Next steps will be shared with shortlisted candidates. Due to the high volume of applicants, we may be unable to reply to each applicant individually. If you have not received a response, please assume that you have not been selected for progression to the next stage of the hiring process.

Client Description

Our Client is a multinational technology company, specialising in Internet-related services and products; including online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. The atmosphere is relaxed with a diverse and innovative culture. Opportunities for growth and progression and networking with like-minded people across the business and beyond.

Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity & is proudly an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups & are committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities. We aim to provide reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, to those with a medical condition, disability or neurodivergence.