Strategy Associate

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually

Emerald, a leader in building dynamic market platforms that integrate live events and media, seeks a Strategy Associate to support the development and creation of strategic initiatives and projects to drive organizational effectiveness across the business. This role will report to the EVP, Strategy & Communications, and work in partnership with executive and senior leadership across the company. The Strategy Associate will need to integrate into all areas of the organization to effectively organize and execute projects. 

This role will be based in NYC on a hybrid schedule aligned with our executive leadership team’s office presence.

Responsibilities:

• Create marketing materials for client meetings, covering key topics such as financing

options, working capital optimization, and industry insights

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to evaluate business performance and identify key drivers of growth
• Build and maintain financial models and scorecards to track key metrics and business KPIs
• Maintain internal analysis pertaining to portfolio performance and update according to growth, drivers and industry trends
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to analyze and execute decks for deliverables including brand performance, strengths, and opportunities
• Contribute to the preparation of business cases and recommendations for new projects or 
• Continuously monitor financial and operational data to identify opportunities for improvement
• Recommend process improvements based on analysis of current practices and outcomes

Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in financial analysis, business strategy, consulting, or a related field
• Experience with financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting
• Solid understanding of financial markets, economic data, and emerging trends
• Strong analytical, research, and project management skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a focus on prioritization and critical thinking
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks independently
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, pivot tables, and analysis)
• Proficient in PowerPoint, with the ability to create compelling and clear presentations

ABOUT EMERALD

Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX) is the largest U.S.-based B2B event organizer, empowering businesses to succeed year-round by expanding meaningful connections, developing influential content, and delivering powerful commerce-driven solutions. As the owner and operator of a curated portfolio of B2B events spanning trade shows, conferences, B2C showcases and a scaled hosted buyer platform, Emerald delivers dynamic solutions across leading industries through its robust content and e-commerce marketplace. Emerald is a trusted partner for its thousands of customers, predominantly small and medium-sized businesses, playing a pivotal role in driving year-round commerce through streamlined buying, selling, and networking opportunities. Powered by an experienced team, Emerald is fostering meaningful engagement and delivering unparalleled market access with a commitment to driving business growth 365 days a year.

Join Us at Emerald

At Emerald, we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. We actively seek out diverse talent and fresh perspectives, embracing a wide range of professional backgrounds and experiences. Our skills-based hiring approach focuses on capabilities and potential. Over 90% of our roles don’t require a college degree, except for specialized fields like legal, finance, and accounting.

Come grow with us!

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Target Compensation: $95,000-105,000 (bonus eligible)

Please note that this range reflects a reasonable estimate of the target compensation for this position. This range may ultimately vary based on a candidate’s qualifications and may be higher where required by applicable law.

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to strengthen our employees’ physical and mental health, including unlimited vacation for exempt employees, 401(k) plan with a company match, medical/dental/vision coverage, parental and caregiver leave, dependent, commuter and FSA benefits, professional development programs, and mental wellness tools such as weekly guided meditation programs.

If you need accommodation in our application process or have questions about our posted salary range, please email our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

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