Digital Transformation Strategist — Global Entertainment and Media

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Walt Disney Company, founded in 1923, is a leading global entertainment and media conglomerate renowned for its commitment to innovation, creativity, and quality. With a diverse range of brands, including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic, we create immersive experiences for audiences around the world. As a company, we are dedicated to inspiring families, sparking imagination, and making a positive impact on our communities. Our culture is built on the values of trust, respect, teamwork, and excellence, and we are proud to be a great place to work, with over 200,000 employees worldwide.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Digital Transformation Strategist, you will play a key role in driving the evolution of our digital products and services, ensuring they remain innovative, engaging, and aligned with our business goals. Reporting to the Director of Digital Strategy, you will be part of a collaborative, fast-paced team that works closely with cross-functional stakeholders to inform and shape our digital vision. Your impact will be felt across our global operations, as you help us stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing landscape. Your expertise will be instrumental in delivering business outcomes that drive growth, enhance customer experience, and establish us as a leader in the digital entertainment sector.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement digital transformation strategies that align with our business objectives and drive revenue growth

• Conduct market and competitor analysis to inform our digital product roadmap and identify opportunities for innovation

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver digital products and services that meet business needs and exceed customer expectations

• Work closely with stakeholders to identify and prioritize digital initiatives, ensuring they are aligned with our business goals and resource constraints

• Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors and partners to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved quality, and enhanced services

• Analyze data and metrics to measure the effectiveness of our digital initiatives and inform future decision-making

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices, applying this knowledge to drive digital innovation and transformation within our organization

• Develop and manage digital transformation budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation and ROI

• Lead and contribute to digital transformation projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction

• Develop and maintain digital transformation policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations

• Provide coaching and guidance to team members on digital transformation concepts, best practices, and innovative thinking

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years of experience in digital transformation, strategy, or a related field

• Proven track record of delivering successful digital transformation projects, with a focus on business outcomes and customer experience

• Strong understanding of digital technologies, including cloud computing, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and cybersecurity

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to distill complex concepts into actionable recommendations

• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including IT, business stakeholders, and vendors

• Strong business acumen, with a deep understanding of business operations, finance, and marketing

• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field

• Certification in digital transformation, data analytics, or a related field (e.g. AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, Google Analytics, Tableau)

• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, Git, JIRA)

• Familiarity with cloud-based applications and software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms

• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and industry standards (e.g. NIST, PCI-DSS, GDPR)

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive salary range of £50,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and generous vacation time, we also provide a £1,000 learning and development budget to support your ongoing professional growth. As a remote worker, you will have the flexibility to work from home and enjoy a better work-life balance. Our team culture is built on collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect, and we offer opportunities for growth and professional development to ensure your long-term success with our organization.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our digital transformation team is a dynamic, fast-paced group of innovators and change-makers who are passionate about driving business outcomes through digital innovation. We work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to inform and shape our digital vision, and our team is comprised of experienced professionals with a wide range of skills and expertise. Recent wins include the launch of our new streaming service and the development of a cutting-edge customer experience platform.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

If you are a motivated and experienced digital transformation professional with a passion for driving business outcomes, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact email or link to application portal]. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing this exciting opportunity with you.

📋 Job Details

Job Type	🌐 Remote
Location	Remote, GB
Address	123 High Street, SW1A 1AA
Salary	GBP 50,000 – 80,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	Disney
Valid Until	2026-10-13

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Disney. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.