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Company Description

LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network, built to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. Our products help people make powerful connections, discover exciting opportunities, build necessary skills, and gain valuable insights every day. We’re also committed to providing transformational opportunities for our own employees by investing in their growth. We aspire to create a culture that’s built on trust, care, inclusion, and fun – where everyone can succeed.

Join us to transform the way the world works.

Job Description

This role is based in Sunnyvale or San Francisco.  

At LinkedIn, our approach to flexible work is centered on trust and optimized for culture, connection, clarity, and the evolving needs of our business. The work location of this role is hybrid, meaning it will be performed both from home and from a LinkedIn office on select days, as determined by the business needs of the team. 

Our Ecosystem Strategic Finance team is searching for a Director of Strategic Finance for the Ecosystem Strategy & Performance. This person will partner with our Product Executive team on strategic and operational projects focused on expanding growth, health, and value delivered within the LinkedIn member ecosystem. A strong candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of strategic insight, analytical rigor, synthesized communication; and have experience with executive partnership, leading transformational initiatives, and team leadership that empowers and develops our talented employees. 

Responsibilities 

 

  • Identifies new opportunities for growth, makes novel strategic recommendations, and drives strategy development for a function/line of business/organizations.  

  • Ensures pressure testing of growth opportunities and ensures the consideration of trade-offs and implications across functions/lines of business/organizations.  

  • Leverages insights, data, internal/external trends, and narratives to influence stakeholders and executive leadership.  

  • Drives alignment by synthesizing problems and communicates point of view to support decision-making on strategic issues affecting the function/line of business/organization. 

  • Leads and develops multiple complex workstreams, projects, or operational processes within a function/line of business/organization.  

  • Anticipates obstacles and leverages expertise to recommend and drive implementation of innovative solutions. 

  • Drives performance management, including the creation, maintenance, and updating of models and forecasts.  

  • Drives the delivery of data architecture used to execute ad hoc analyses to prove/disprove hypotheses and address business questions.  

  • Oversees coaching and providing actionable, concrete project-oriented feedback (after a meeting, end-of-project review) to colleagues and/or partners and invites upward feedback.  

  • Identifies and supports opportunities for people development, movement and transformation across the team and company. 

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Business Analytics, Finance, or related field AND a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, finance accounting, management consulting, investment banking, or related field OR equivalent experience. 

  • A minimum of 4 years of people management experience. 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • A minimum of 7 years of people management experience. 

  • 8+ years of experience in the technology industry. 

 

Suggested Skills 

  • Communication 

  • Cross-Team Collaboration  

  • Influencing for Impact  

  • Problem Solving  

  • Strategic Thinking  

 

LinkedIn is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is $171,000 to $278,000. 

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. 

The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, stock, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. For more information, visit https://careers.linkedin.com/benefits. 

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Statement

LinkedIn is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. LinkedIn considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. LinkedIn is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer as described in our equal opportunity statement here: EEO Statement_2020 - Signed.pdf.

Please reference the following information for more information:  https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf and

 https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf  for more information.

LinkedIn is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at [email protected] and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.

Reasonable accommodations are modifications or adjustments to the application or hiring process that would enable you to fully participate in that process. Examples of reasonable accommodations include but are not limited to:

  • Documents in alternate formats or read aloud to you
  • Having interviews in an accessible location
  • Being accompanied by a service dog
  • Having a sign language interpreter present for the interview

A request for an accommodation will be responded to within three business days. However, non-disability related requests, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

LinkedIn will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by LinkedIn, or (c) consistent with LinkedIn's legal duty to furnish information.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance ​

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, LinkedIn will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement ​

As a federal contractor, LinkedIn follows the Pay Transparency and non-discrimination provisions described at this link: https://lnkd.in/paytransparency.

Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates ​

Please follow this link to access the document that provides transparency around the way in which LinkedIn handles personal data of employees and job applicants: https://legal.linkedin.com/candidate-portal.

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What You Should Know About Director, Ecosystem strategy, LinkedIn

At LinkedIn, we’re excited to announce a brilliant opportunity for a Director of Ecosystem Strategy to join our team in vibrant San Francisco, CA. As part of our Ecosystem Strategic Finance team, you'll have the chance to partner closely with our Product Executive team, working on strategic and operational initiatives that drive growth, aim for excellent health, and enhance the value for our members. We’re looking for someone with a solid track record in strategic insight and analytical skills to help us identify new opportunities and develop innovative strategies. Your role will involve working with insights and data to influence key decisions and lead cross-functional collaborations. You’ll be steering multiple complex projects, managing teams, and ensuring that we’re prepared to tackle potential obstacles with creative solutions. Your efforts won't just power our business; they will also empower your colleagues, nurturing their professional growth. If you’re eager to contribute to a culture rooted in trust, inclusivity, and lots of fun, then this is the place for you. Join us and help transform the way the world works, all while being part of a dynamic team that’s shaping the future of our ecosystem.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Director, Ecosystem strategy Role at LinkedIn
What are the responsibilities of the Director of Ecosystem Strategy at LinkedIn?

The Director of Ecosystem Strategy at LinkedIn is responsible for identifying growth opportunities, driving strategic initiatives, and leading teams within the Ecosystem Strategic Finance unit. This involves leveraging insights and data to influence decisions, synthesizing complex problems for executive leadership, and managing multiple workstreams to ensure alignment and execution of strategic goals.

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What qualifications are needed for the Director of Ecosystem Strategy role at LinkedIn?

To qualify for the Director of Ecosystem Strategy position at LinkedIn, candidates should ideally hold a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field, with at least 10 years of experience in finance or management consulting, alongside a minimum of 4 years of people management experience. Preferred qualifications include additional management experience and a strong background in the technology sector.

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How does the Director of Ecosystem Strategy contribute to LinkedIn's vision?

As the Director of Ecosystem Strategy at LinkedIn, you'll play a vital role in shaping how our products create economic opportunities. By driving strategic finance initiatives and recommending innovative solutions, you'll directly impact our members' experiences and the overall success of our ecosystem, contributing to our mission of connecting professionals worldwide.

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What skills are essential for the Director of Ecosystem Strategy at LinkedIn?

Essential skills for the Director of Ecosystem Strategy at LinkedIn include strong communication abilities, cross-team collaboration, strategic thinking, and a problem-solving mindset. Your capacity to influence and engage with stakeholders at all levels will be crucial to effectively driving the initiatives and performance goals within the team.

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What is the work culture like for the Director of Ecosystem Strategy at LinkedIn?

LinkedIn promotes a work culture that thrives on trust, care, and inclusivity. As the Director of Ecosystem Strategy, you can expect to be part of a supportive environment that encourages innovation and professional development, alongside core values centered on collaboration and creating a positive impact in the workforce.

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