Corporate Vice President, Strategy

About the Role

Wiley is undergoing a transformative period as it adapts to shifting customer needs while leveraging technology and innovation. The Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Strategy will lead the organization’s strategic initiatives, drive enterprise-wide transformation, and partner with C‑suite leaders, the Board of Directors, and the SVP of Strategy to architect and execute Wiley’s long‑term vision. This executive role requires building and leading a high‑performing strategy team.

Responsibilities

Enterprise Strategy & Portfolio Leadership

• Own Wiley’s 3–5 year strategic roadmap, defining the next chapter of the company’s evolution and driving execution against strategic priorities.
• Lead portfolio strategy, partnering with the CEO and Board to make disciplined investment and transformation decisions.
• Establish strategic KPIs and performance frameworks, delivering regular Board and executive insights on progress.

Market Intelligence & Competitive Positioning

• Build and own market intelligence capabilities, delivering rigorous competitive analysis and strategic foresight in high‑growth areas such as life sciences data services and AI‑enabled publishing innovation.
• Anticipate industry disruption and translate market dynamics into strategic recommendations that inform investment priorities and competitive positioning.

Strategic Partnerships & Corporate Development

• Partner with Corporate Development to identify and evaluate M&A opportunities, leading due diligence and ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy.
• Collaborate with Business Development on partnerships and alliances that support Wiley’s long‑term roadmap.
• Support investor relations and corporate marketing in articulating Wiley’s strategic narrative to external stakeholders.

Strategic Enablement & Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Build strategic planning capabilities across the organization through frameworks, tools, and processes that elevate strategic thinking.
• Partner closely with Finance to ensure strategic plans are grounded in rigorous financial analysis and appropriately resourced.
• Serve as executive sponsor for high‑priority transformation initiatives, driving cross‑functional alignment and measurable business impact.

Required Qualifications

• MBA from a top‑tier business school; advanced degree (PhD, MS) in a relevant field is a plus.
• 12‑15+ years of progressive experience in strategy consulting (Partner/Principal level at MBB or equivalent) and/or senior strategy roles in publishing, education technology, or information services.
• Proven track record of leading enterprise transformation initiatives with demonstrated P&L impact.
• Executive presence with extensive experience presenting to and influencing the Board of Directors and C‑suite executives.
• Experience leading and scaling teams of 10+ professionals.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Vision: Ability to synthesize complex market dynamics, anticipate disruption, and shape breakthrough corporate strategies.
• Executive Leadership: Proven capacity to influence without authority, align diverse stakeholders, and drive consensus at senior levels.
• Analytical Rigor: Strength in market analysis, competitive intelligence, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Innovation & Transformation: Deep expertise in digital transformation, AI/ML, and emerging business models.
• Communication Mastery: Exceptional storytelling and narrative‑building skills, with experience preparing Board‑level materials and investor communications.
• Global Perspective: Hands‑on experience leading cross‑border initiatives and navigating diverse regulatory and cultural contexts.
• Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of data services and content ecosystems, with exposure to key verticals such as Life Sciences.

Salary Range

210,000 USD to 315,333 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected group under applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities.

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