**About Lumen**
Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up - committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.
We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.
**The Role**
We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and collaborative Industry Strategist to support the development and execution of cross-segment industry strategies. Reporting to the Director of Industry Strategy, this role will help shape our go-to-market approach, deepen our industry insights, and drive alignment across commercial teams. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and commercial operations, with the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies.
**The Main Responsibilities**
+ **Key Responsibilities:**
+ **Industry Insight & Analysis**
+ Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks across key industries.
+ Develop industry-specific insights to inform strategic planning and commercial decision-making.
+ **Strategic Planning & Execution**
+ Support the development of multi-year industry strategies aligned with enterprise goals.
+ Collaborate with commercial, marketing, and product teams to ensure strategic alignment and execution.
+ **Cross-Segment Collaboration**
+ Partner with segment leaders to tailor strategies that address unique customer needs while maintaining consistency across the enterprise.
+ Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices across segments and functions.
+ **Performance Monitoring**
+ Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of industry strategies.
+ Provide regular updates and recommendations to senior leadership based on performance data and market shifts.
+ **Thought Leadership & Enablement**
+ Contribute to the development of industry narratives, customer-facing materials, and executive briefings.
+ Support internal enablement efforts by equipping teams with relevant industry knowledge and tools.
**What We Look For in a Candidate**
+ **Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
+ 6+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, or industry-focused roles, ideally within a commercial or go-to-market context.
+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights.
+ Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
+ Experience working in a matrixed organization and leading cross-functional initiatives.
**Compensation**
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.
Location Based Pay Ranges
$149,084 - $198,779 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY
$156,539 - $208,718 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$163,993 - $218,657 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA
Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.
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**What to Expect Next**
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**Background Screening**
If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page ( . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
**Equal Employment Opportunities**
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
**Disclaimer**
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
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**Application Deadline**
08/02/2025