<p>Job Description:</p> <p>NOTE: This role is based in NYC and requires a minimum of three days a week in the SoHo, NY office.</p> <p>THE OPPORTUNITY</p> <p>Scholastic is seeking a strategic and execution-focused leader to join our Growth Office. As the Director, Corporate Strategy and Finance, you will lead cross-functional initiatives that drive growth, improve operations, and deliver long-term value. This high-profile role is ideal for a high-potential strategist with strong corporate finance and project management skills and a track record of getting things done. This is a hybrid position and is based in the New York office.</p> <p>RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li> <p>Develop and execute cross-functional strategic initiatives from planning through execution. Identify strategic objectives and create actionable roadmaps to deliver long-term value and align with Scholastic's strategic goals.</p> </li><li> <p>Lead analysis and data collection projects focused on optimizing growth, productivity and efficiency across Scholastic's businesses. Define key performance indicators to measure the success of on-going strategic initiatives and track progress and impact through analysis and stakeholder feedback.</p> </li><li> <p>Craft business cases, including market assessments and financial models, to support investment and resource allocation decisions. Identify and evaluate strategic growth opportunities, including new markets, partnerships, and M&A prospects.</p> </li><li> <p>Build and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and reporting structures to drive accountability and transparency.</p> </li><li> <p>Partner with senior leadership across divisions to identify roadblocks, align priorities, and drive execution of strategic initiatives. Represent the growth & investor relations team with both internal and external stakeholders as needed.</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and implement Scholastic's strategic communications plan designed to enhance the investment community's knowledge of Scholastic's long-term strategy, business model, and growth opportunities.</p> </li><li> <p>Leverage acquired insights and data to craft materials and lead strategic planning sessions with senior leadership. Deliver executive-ready presentations, briefings, and recommendations</p> </li><li> <p>Stay abreast of industry trends, market shifts, and operational benchmarks to inform strategic decisions.</p> </li></ul> <p>About Scholastic</p> <p>Why Scholastic?</p> <p>Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a trusted provider of K-12 education solutions, and a producer of educational media. With operations in 14 international offices and a presence in 165 countries, we're on a mission to help all children discover the joy and power of reading.</p> <p>We offer:</p> <ul> <li> <p>A highly visible, impactful role with direct access to executive leadership</p> </li><li> <p>A collaborative culture driven by purpose and innovation</p> </li><li> <p>Competitive benefits, including 401(k), ESPP, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off</p> </li></ul> <p>Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.</p> <p>#LI-MA1</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)</p> <p>What We're Looking For</p> <ul> <li> <p>6-10 years of experience in corporate strategy, consulting, or corporate finance</p> </li><li> <p>Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects with measurable results</p> </li><li> <p>Strong analytical and financial modeling skills</p> </li><li> <p>Clear, confident communicator with experience presenting to senior leaders</p> </li><li> <p>Highly organized, resourceful, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving environment</p> </li><li> <p>Passion for books, education, media, or mission-driven work</p> </li></ul> <p>Time Type:</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>Regular</p> <p>Job Family Group:</p> <p>Marketing</p> <p>Location Region/State:</p> <p>New York</p> <p>Compensation Range:</p> <p>Annual Salary: 175,000.00 - 200,000.00</p> <p>EEO Statement:</p> <p>Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.</p> <p>EEO is the Law Poster</p> <p>EEO Scholastic Policy Statement</p> <p>Pay Transparency Provision</p>