Lead Corporate Development (all genders)

Location
Berlin
Contract
Full time
Job Category
Business Development & Strategy

As a member of the Corporate Development Team (CDT) you will work on the most complex and challenging opportunities for Zalando and regularly interact with our most senior leaders. For candidates who can think big, act fast as well as fly high and dive deep in order to deliver results, this is the perfect role.

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit. 


We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process. 

do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

  • You’ll work on strategic and high-impact projects that support our B2C strategy, working closely with the Director and VP Strategy

  • You’ll identify, evaluate and execute disruptive growth initiatives and strategic partnerships that will shape Zalando’s future 

  • You’ll regularly evaluate and provide insights to senior leaders on the competitive landscape, consumer, and industry trends

  • As an individual contributor, you’ll work with multiple stakeholders across functions and levels, and collaborate with many talented and diverse colleagues 

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

  • You are an analytical problem-solver, with a strategic mindset  and strong business acumen

  • You have a proven track record for managing complex projects, with senior stakeholders  

  • You enjoy getting into the numbers and have the ability to effectively synthesize and communicate key findings to a senior audience

  • You successfully operate & deliver in complex and ambiguous settings

  • You have 3-7 years of relevant experience in ecommerce, tech (strategy, corporate / business development roles), or management consulting (ideally consumer goods practice) 

If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

OUR OFFER

Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.

  • Employee shares program

  • 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners

  • 2 paid volunteering days a year

  • Hybrid working model with 60% remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration  

  • Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year

  • 27 days of vacation a year to start

  • Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)

  • Family services, including counseling and support

  • Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)

  • Mental health support and coaching available


Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us

Recruiter

Lara Grandemenge

lara.grandemenge@zalando.de

Please note that all applications from this job page must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via e-mail. Once reviewed, our recruiters will contact applicants via an official Zalando email address (@zalando.de).

In some cases we also work with a selection of headhunters and agencies to fill specific roles. Please note that neither Zalando nor our recruiting partners will ask for any kind of payment to apply for a job or attend an interview.

If you have any questions about our recruitment process, please take a look at our FAQ page.

About Zalando

It’s the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey to build the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce. Help us offer an inspiring and quality multi-brand shopping experience for fashion and lifestyle products to about 50 million active customers in 25 markets. Or be part of our logistic infrastructure, software or service capabilities to help brands and retailers run and scale their entire e-commerce business, on or off Zalando. Join our Zalando ecosystem, to enable positive change for the fashion and lifestyle industry. 

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