Specialist, Business Development​

Sony Corporation of America is seeking a Specialist, Business Development to join the Business Development team within the Personal Entertainment Business department. The ideal candidate will support the growth and execution of strategic business initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, matrixed environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Strategy, Communications, or a related field
• Minimum of 2-4 years experience in combination of business development and/or business development support, and/or marketing, strategy related functions
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and research skills; ability to synthesize insights and present recommendations clearly
• Familiarity with integrated marketing, brand strategy, and partnership development
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel; experience with data analytics tools is a plus
• Experience or strong interest in the music/entertainment ecosystem, or creator ecosystem is a must
• Ability to work in matrix environment and to serve as individual and team contributor
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and able to travel as required
• Ability to join regular evening calls with international partners

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
• Fertility benefits, including, surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs
• Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children
• Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability plans
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave
• 401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting
• Education assistance and student loan programs
• Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules
• Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)
• Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)
• Matching gift program
• A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)
• Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees
• Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)