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Consultant, Strategic Programs

Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Req ID R432596 Job Type Full Time
Category Business Development Date posted 03/11/2026
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Comcast Advertising is driving the TV advertising industry forward, from delivering ads to linear and digital audiences to pioneering the tech that makes it possible. We help brands connect with their audiences on every screen using advanced data, technology, and premium video content. Our media sales division helps local, regional, and national brands reach potential customers through multiscreen TV advertising. Our ad tech division FreeWheel provides comprehensive adtech that makes it easier to buy and sell premium video advertising across all screens, data types, and sales channels.

Job Summary

The Strategic Programs Consultant is responsible for enabling high-visibility projects that support the long-term goals of MOD and Comcast Advertising. This role supports a specialized team focused on strategic program execution, offering expert support to initiative, activate or accelerate high-visibility Media initiatives. Core capabilities include intake due diligence, design thinking workshops, current state assessments, and operating model development to establish strong foundations and drive rapid, transformative outcomes—distinct from traditional program management functions. This role partners with senior leadership to ensure alignment with business objectives and strategic priorities while managing cross-functional initiatives that deliver measurable impact, with accelerated execution and implementation.

Job Description

Role Responsibilities:

Strategic Program Execution
Support the execution and operational health of strategic initiatives by working with business unit leaders to refine scopes, set objectives, and manage programs to completion.
Execute day-to-day project and change management tasks, including defining workplans, monitoring milestones, and ensuring stakeholder engagement meets program objectives.
Facilitate design thinking sessions and provide hands-on support for developing business cases and managing program governance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Maintain strong working relationships with product, technology, sales, legal, and other teams, ensuring program objectives are achieved through coordinated and timely efforts.
Tools and Outputs
Due Diligence
Design Thinking Workshop Outputs
Current State Assessments
Program Strategy Development
Operating Model Development
Influence without Authority
Drives alignment across cross‑functional leaders by building trust, fostering open communication, and guiding teams toward shared outcomes
Shapes senior‑level decision‑making through strong business acumen, compelling data‑driven insights, and the ability to clearly articulate trade‑offs and recommendations.
Acts as a strategic advisor who anticipates stakeholder needs, navigates differing viewpoints, and steers complex discussions toward actionable resolutions.
Team Support and Development
Provide mentorship to junior team members, guiding them in both strategic and operational tasks to support the team’s success.
Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance culture by actively driving accountability and a commitment to results.

Core Responsibilities:

- Support business operations alignment with strategic objectives through effective coordination and project execution.

- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure project goals and outcomes are met, focusing on specific deliverables and timelines.

- Execute assigned projects and provide hands-on management, from planning through to measurable outcomes.

- Build and maintain relationships with team members and other departments, fostering a collaborative working environment.

- Actively contribute to team development and performance, providing mentorship and support to emerging talent.

Qualifications:

- 5+ years of experience in business operations, strategy, or project management, preferably in a cross-functional setting.

- Experience partnering with mid-to-senior leadership to support strategic alignment and operational efficiency.

- Strong communication and organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities.

- Adaptable and proactive, with a resilient approach to handling change in a fast-paced environment.

Employees at all levels are expected to:

  • Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
  • Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
  • Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
  • Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
  • Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
  • Drive results and growth.
  • Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
  • Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.

Disclaimer:

  • This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.


Skills:

Microsoft Tools; Program Delivery Management; Influencing Without Authority; Stakeholder Management; Analytical Thinking; Communication






Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That?s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality ? to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.


Education

Bachelor's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Relevant Work Experience

5-7 Years

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Our Benefits

We’re proud to offer comprehensive benefits to help you live your best life:

  • Medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees.
  • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 6% of your pay.
  • Paid time off including eight observed company holidays and flex time.
  • Exclusive perks + discounts, including tuition assistance, commuter benefits and more!

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