Overview

Ever dreamt of shaping the future strategies of major corporations from anywhere in the world? mercor is on the hunt for a brilliant Strategic Planning Specialist. Imagine collaborating with the sharpest minds, influencing board-level decisions for Fortune 500 giants, and seeing your insights directly enhance AI model performance. This isn't just another remote job; it's a chance to apply your strategic prowess to truly impactful projects on a global scale.

mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Based in San Francisco, our esteemed investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. We are seeking an exceptional Corporate Strategy Expert to join us as a Contract Strategic Planning Specialist. This is a fully remote, worldwide opportunity, offering a competitive compensation of $60 to $70 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

Design sophisticated enterprise strategy scenarios. These will directly inform multi-year corporate planning and critical board-level decisions for our Fortune 500 clients.
Drive initiatives spanning corporate development, competitive strategy, comprehensive market analysis, and organizational restructuring efforts.
Craft detailed strategic planning scenarios utilizing advanced tools, including enterprise financial modeling platforms and competitive intelligence systems.
Employ proven methodologies, like Porter's Five Forces, McKinsey 7-S, and robust scenario planning techniques, to create compelling strategic plans and executive-level narratives.
Develop insightful rubrics; these will help us clearly differentiate genuine strategic judgment from mere framework recitation.
Operate autonomously and asynchronously, consistently meeting deadlines while actively contributing to improvements in AI model performance.

Requirements

You must possess at least 5 years of dedicated experience in corporate strategy, corporate development, or a closely related field.
A proven track record in constructing complex enterprise strategy scenarios for large organizations is essential.
Demonstrable expertise in various strategic domains, including corporate development, competitive strategy, and market analysis.
Proficiency with enterprise financial modeling platforms and competitive intelligence systems.
Deep understanding and practical application of renowned strategic methodologies such as Porter's Five Forces, McKinsey 7-S, and scenario planning.
Ability to author clear, concise, and impactful strategic rubrics.
Exceptional capacity for independent, asynchronous work, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality output.

What You'll Gain

Impactful Work: Directly influence strategic decisions for Fortune 500 companies and contribute to the evolution of AI.
Global Reach: Enjoy the flexibility and freedom of a fully remote, worldwide contract position.
Elite Network: Collaborate with and learn from top-tier talent and industry leaders in the AI and corporate strategy space.
Competitive Compensation: Earn a rate of $60 to $70 per hour for your specialized expertise.
Professional Growth: Continuously refine your strategic judgment and expand your toolkit by tackling diverse, challenging projects.