Manager, Strategic Planning

Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You’ll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)

Job Summary

This job enhances operational efficiency, assesses M&A prospects, and manages integrations. It involves negotiating partnerships and presenting business insights to executives, directing growth-focused projects, and creating economic models. It manages Strategic Planning analysts while conducting performance evaluations to bolster development and accountability.

Job Description

*This position is unable to provide work authorization sponsorship or immigration support now or in the future.*

The Technology + Product organization works at the intersection of media and technology and our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products and next-generation technologies that transform the customer experience.

About the Role / Team:

The Manager, Strategic Planning plays a critical role within CONNECT, Comcast’s network and connectivity organization within Technology & Product. CONNECT is responsible for building and operating the platforms that deliver reliable, high-performance Internet and IP services at national scale—spanning access and core networks, transport, edge compute, and the systems that enable automation, observability, and resiliency.

This position serves as a central point of integration across Product, Program, Portfolio, Finance, Engineering, and Business Development to support the company’s highest-priority network and technology initiatives. This role partners closely with senior leadership, including the Chief Network Officer and CTO Office, to define, structure, and advance complex, high-visibility programs. The individual will translate strategic concepts into actionable plans, measurable business outcomes, and executive-ready materials to support decision-making. This role will directly manage and provide day-to-day coaching of junior team members. In addition, this role will serve as a key contributor to CONNECT’s artificial intelligence strategy—helping to drive adoption, integration, and shape long-term investment priorities in AI infrastructure.

This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative, analytical problem-solver who is comfortable operating in ambiguity, influencing across a matrixed organization, and driving clarity and alignment on the most important initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

• Translate complex technical, financial, and operational concepts into clear, concise narratives tailored to executive audiences
• Act as a strategic integration point across Product, Finance, Engineering, Business Development, and Sales to ensure alignment on priorities, value, and execution
• Support the development and advancement of CONNECT’s highest-priority initiatives, ensuring clear strategic framing, defined success metrics, and alignment to business objectives
• Create executive-ready materials (e.g., presentations, investment proposals, operating reviews) to inform senior leadership decision-making
• Partner with Finance to build and refine business cases, including investment tradeoffs, ROI modeling, and performance tracking
• Support capital planning and portfolio prioritization through structured frameworks and data-driven recommendations
• Conduct competitive, industry, and market analysis to inform strategic direction and identify growth opportunities
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define business requirements, track progress, and support execution of key initiatives
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to ensure initiatives deliver measurable business impact
• Drive AI-enabled productivity by identifying and scaling best practices for AI-assisted research, analysis, and content development
• Advise on the application of AI across network operations
• Support the development of AI infrastructure strategy in alignment with enterprise priorities

The ideal candidate has:

• Strong financial and strategic thinking, with the ability to structure complex investment decisions and drive clear recommendations
• Ability to engage directly with senior technical leaders (CTO Office, Fellows, Distinguished Engineers) and translate innovation into commercial opportunities
• Comfortable operating at the intersection of technology and business, translating complex technical concepts into clear narratives and monetization strategies
• Acts as a cross-functional integrator, driving alignment across Product, Engineering, Finance, and Business Development
• Excellent executive communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive clarity in ambiguous environments
• Analytical and structured problem-solver who can bring order to complex technical and strategic challenges
• Demonstrates strong ownership and bias toward action in high-visibility, fast-moving initiatives
• Curious and forward-looking, with an interest in AI, network infrastructure, and emerging technology trends

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, or a related field; MBA preferred
• 5 - 7 years of experience in strategy, product management, finance, consulting, or a related field
• Experience working in or supporting technology, telecommunications, or infrastructure-related organizations
• Experience developing business cases, financial models, and supporting investment decisions
• Experience supporting or leading large-scale capital planning, infrastructure investments, or portfolio prioritization
• Experience working across matrixed organizations and partnering with Product, Engineering, Finance, and Business Development teams
• Experience developing executive-level materials and presenting to senior stakeholders
• Familiarity with AI/ML systems, network technologies, or distributed infrastructure environments is a plus

About Our Perks & Benefits:

We are determined to create an environment where our employees feel valued, understand our business goals, and are motivated.

Here's a look at just some of the perks and benefits we make available to our US-based employees:

• Medical & Dental
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Generous paid time off
• Life Milestones - from adoption assistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more, Comcast supports you at all life stages.
• Courtesy Services - We offer all of our full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet.
• Discount tickets for Universal Resorts, including theme park tickets and onsite hotel rooms.

Learn more at jobs.comcast.com/benefits

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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.

Job Profile: Manager 1, Strategic Planning

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:

Strategic Planning; Business; 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