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Services BD Strategy & Planning Lead

6 days ago Cupertino, CA

Come be a part of one of the fastest growing businesses at Apple! Business Development at Apple's Services helps to drive growth of iCloud, Apple One, Apple Music, and TV+). The Business Development, Strategy & Planning Lead will support global growth efforts with a focus on evaluating new business opportunities, strategizing on deal constructs and commercial terms, optimizing existing partnerships, as well as helping drive analyses of key strategic projects. If you are excited by the idea of making a real impact, and joining a team where we pride ourselves in being one of the most diverse and inclusive companies in the world, a career with Apple might be your dream job!

Description

- Collaborate with business leads in setting strategic priorities and goals - Conduct complex strategic analyses to drive new business initiatives and dealmaking - Lead financial evaluation and economic modeling of deal constructs and commercial terms - Liaise with key business partners from Service lines of businesses and channels - Support ongoing forecasting and planning processes - Research, size and prioritize recommendations of new business and partnership opportunities - Collaborate with analytics, data engineering and operations teams to define and create performance metrics and reporting for new channels and partners - Develop a deep understanding of industry trends as well as competitive threats and opportunities relevant for business performance

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Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Expert-level proficiency in Excel and Keynote, with a deep understanding of advanced functions in Excel for financial modeling and data analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with media content and subscription businesses, corporate strategy, finance, investment banking, management consulting and/or similar strategy and planning functions in a global, fast-paced organization
  • Outstanding analytical skills and attention to detail; ability to conceive, structure, perform, direct, and effectively communicate sophisticated data analysis
  • Ability to coordinate, lead, and influence cross-functional teams across all levels
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with senior executives, including via formal presentations.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Keynote, and Tableau a plus

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $117,400 and $221,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

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Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CA
Job ID: apple-200614944
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-06T16:10:26

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion

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