Head of Business Strategy & Operations

Company Description

Pedestrian Group is home to the strongest media brands creating culture for young Aussies.

PEDESTRIAN journalists capture trends and topics that resonate with a young audience, while PEDESTRIAN TELEVISION is the only curated TV destination for young Australians. Our partnerships and production teams deliver award-winning solutions for Australia’s biggest and most innovative advertisers, driven by insights and unfiltered creativity. We’re present wherever young Aussies are—across screens, platforms, and conversations, from TV and social media to experiential campaigns.

Job Description

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where each day is different? Are you a highly analytical thinker who can also take a strategic view of business opportunities? Do you have a passion for leading teams, managing projects, and driving growth? Are you comfortable navigating the unknown to uncover new opportunities and enjoy collaborating to create solutions? Are you ready to dive into the details to get things done? If this sounds like you, we may have your dream job.

Pedestrian Group is seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Business Strategy & Operations to join our leadership team. Reporting to the Managing Director, this pivotal role will shape the future of the business by driving operational excellence and spearheading growth initiatives across all facets of our operations.

Pedestrian is part of Nine, Australia’s largest locally owned media company, giving you the unique opportunity to leverage the power of Nine’s strategic capabilities.

This role spans Pedestrian Group’s platforms, including Pedestrian.tv, Pedestrian TELEVISION, Pedestrian JOBS, and Open Air Cinemas.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead strategic planning with the Managing Director and Leadership team.
Drive cross-functional initiatives to implement growth and operational improvements.
Oversee KPIs, delivering actionable insights through regular reporting.
Apply strategic and analytical rigor to decisions in commercial products, digital development, and audience growth.
Foster a data-driven culture to guide decision-making and investment.
Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, with the Finance Manager.
Collaborate with the Head of Technology on the digital product and IT infrastructure roadmap.
Partner with the Product & Marketing Manager to expand Pedestrian JOBS.
Support Leadership in negotiations and partnership discussions.

Qualifications

Proven experience in consulting, finance, business strategy, or similar fields.
A degree or equivalent qualification, preferably with accounting credentials.
Strong ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
Sound judgment and agility in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
A collaborative leadership style with the ability to inspire and align teams.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape Pedestrian Group’s future, using your strategic and operational expertise to drive real and meaningful impact. With the ability to tap into Nine Group’s resources and insights, you’ll help elevate the business to new heights. If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Information

Please note: This role will be advertised during our Christmas shut down period. Applications will be reviewed upon our return from 6th January 2025. Thank you in advance for your understanding while our Talent Acquisition team takes a break. We look forward to connecting with you in the New Year and wish you a safe and happy holiday.

Working at Pedestrian

At Pedestrian Group, we’re all about creating an inclusive, fun, and supportive workplace. With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of collaboration and celebration. From monthly Showcase meetings to team-building activities, leadership training, and casual office BBQs, we’re always finding ways to connect and have fun.

Whether you're starting your career or looking to level up, Pedestrian Group is the place to be!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

At Nine, we are committed to fostering a workforce that embraces all aspects of diversity and inclusion and where practices are equitable to ensure our people experience a sense of belonging. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process in order to equitably participate, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.

Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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