Senior Manager Corporate Development

The Senior Manager Corporate Development advances the execution of the development and analysis for the PGA TOUR’s corporate development, focused on growth-oriented enterprise partnerships, internal and external strategic projects, and new business opportunities that advance long-term enterprise value.
This position focuses on execution, analysis and cross-functional coordination of strategic initiatives, helping evaluate opportunities, align stakeholders and support enterprise decision-making across the TOUR.
The Corporate Development team also partners closely with Finance, helping to set and report on enterprise-wide strategic goals as part of the Business Planning process and assisting with potential uses of capital based on strategic analyses

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics or related field required; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered

• 7+ years of experience in corporate development, strategy, consulting, corporate development, business development, investment banking or related roles within sports, media, entertainment or adjacent industries

• Experience supporting strategic initiatives, partnerships, transactions or organizational growth initiatives

• Strong communication and presentation skills, including advanced experience developing executive-level materials, strategic analyses and financial models utilizing PowerPoint, Excel and related business tools

• Financial and analytical acumen with the ability to evaluate business opportunities, strategic initiatives and organizational priorities

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across complex, matrixed organizations and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders

• Experience working with external advisors, consultants, investment bankers or strategic partners preferred

• Strong business judgment, attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities

• Experience within sports, media, entertainment or technology organizations preferred

Responsibilities

• Advance execution of the TOUR’s strategic priorities and growth initiatives across the organization.

• Manage cross-functional initiatives and enterprise projects from planning through execution, ensuring alignment of stakeholders, timelines and business objectives.

• Evaluate and advance strategic partnerships, business opportunities and organizational initiatives aligned with enterprise priorities.

• Contribute to structuring and execution of strategic partnerships, transactions and enterprise initiatives.

• Develop presentations, strategic analyses, financial models and executive materials for leadership discussions, strategic planning and Board-level communications.

• Conduct market, industry and competitive analysis across sports, media and adjacent industries to identify trends, opportunities and emerging business models.

• Analyze business trends, market developments and operational performance data to support strategic recommendations and organizational priorities.

• Align with business functions to evaluate opportunities, support decision-making and advance strategic initiatives.

• Work with external advisors, including consultants, legal counsel and strategic partners associated with key initiatives and transactions.

• Maintain visibility into strategic initiatives, enterprise priorities and organizational progress through reporting, analysis and stakeholder coordination.

• Support enterprise planning discussions through research, analysis and business insight.

• Identify opportunities to improve organizational alignment, operational efficiency and strategic focus.

• Maintain awareness of industry trends, competitive dynamics and emerging business opportunities.

• Lead special projects, as required.