Learfield is the market leader in college sports solving the industry’s most important and complex challenges. Following its recent acquisition by TPG, the company is entering its next phase of growth, with opportunities to strengthen its core businesses, pursue new initiatives, and evaluate strategic investments. The Corporate Strategy team helps shape and advance these priorities, partnering with senior leadership and our Board of Directors.
The Senior Associate will work across a range of high-priority initiatives, including enterprise growth opportunities, operating division strategy, market and competitive analysis, and evaluation of partnerships, investments, and M&A opportunities. You will work regularly with our Chief Strategy Officer and operating division presidents. This role will give you exposure to all aspects of the media/sports ecosystem including multimedia rights, ticketing, licensing / consumer retail, digital, and more.
The Corporate Strategy team is an experienced, high-performing group with backgrounds in consulting, banking, & private equity. This role reports to the Senior Director, Corporate Strategy at Learfield headquarters in Dallas, TX.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Lead and support strategic growth initiatives from opportunity identification and problem definition through recommendation and execution planning.
- Develop rigorous, data-driven analyses, including market sizing, competitive assessments, financial modeling, business cases, and strategic evaluations.
- Assess organic and inorganic growth opportunities, including strategic partnerships, investments, and mergers & acquisitions, while supporting due diligence efforts.
- Partner with leaders across Learfield's operating divisions and corporate functions to align stakeholders, structure workstreams, and drive execution on complex, cross-functional initiatives.
- Prepare clear, compelling presentations and strategic recommendations for senior executives and the Board of Directors.
- Translate complex business challenges and analyses into actionable insights and practical solutions.
- Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining a high degree of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
- 4+ years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, corporate development, private equity, or a related strategy, finance, or analytical role.
- Strong foundation in strategic analysis and corporate finance, with the ability to evaluate businesses, markets, and investment opportunities from both quantitative and qualitative perspectives.
- Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity and develop structured, actionable recommendations.
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and build alignment across functions and levels of an organization.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing materials and presenting insights to senior leaders.
- Self-starter with a collaborative mindset, strong business judgment, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- High standards for quality, accuracy, and attention to detail, with a commitment to delivering polished work product.
Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave, 20 Paid Holidays, 401(k) + Match, and Short/Long Term Disability. Leave benefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act.
Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.
