Senior Manager, Corporate Strategy at Metropolis

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Parking TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred
  • 5+ years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, investment banking, or similar analytical roles at a top-tier investment bank, management consulting firm, or corporate strategy team
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and build data-driven recommendations
  • Experience building financial models and performing valuation, forecasting, or scenario analysis
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in translating analytic insights into clear narratives and presentations
  • High level of intellectual curiosity, business acumen, and collaborative mindset, with the ability to work both independently and in teams
  • Comfortable thriving in fast-paced, high-ambiguity environments with a founder-level sense of urgency and ownership
  • Comfortable with frequent domestic and international travel, including work related to expansion into the Middle East and other strategic markets

Responsibilities

  • Partner closely with the Founder & Chief Strategy Officer on high-priority initiatives across corporate development, capital markets, commercialization, and global market expansion
  • Support international growth and market entry, including research, investor and government stakeholder mapping, regulatory diligence, partnership evaluations, and strategy development for expansion in the Middle East and other global regions
  • Support global capital raising across equity, structured capital, and debt, including investor outreach, diligence coordination, modeling, scenario planning, benchmarking, and preparation of investor and board materials
  • Work with the commercialization and product teams to evaluate and help launch AI applications in new real-world environments—including QSR, refueling, hospitality, and other strategic end markets
  • Develop market maps, strategic frameworks, and long-range planning materials that shape founder and executive decision-making
  • Collaborate with the Office of the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, financial planning, and strategic resource allocation
  • Partner with legal and government-relations teams on regulatory research, contract assessments, government engagement, and emerging-market compliance matters
  • Lead cross-functional special projects and high-urgency priorities related to new business incubation, partnerships, operating model design, and commercialization strategy
  • Prepare high-quality communication materials and presentations for internal and external audiences, including investors, lenders, government stakeholders, and strategic partners
  • Travel frequently, both domestically and internationally, for investor meetings, market diligence, commercial work, and founder support

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Corporate DevelopmentCapital MarketsMarket Entry StrategyRegulatory DiligencePartnership EvaluationGlobal ExpansionEquity FundraisingDebt FinancingStakeholder MappingStrategy Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Senior Manager, Corporate Strategy role?

Candidates need at least 5 years of experience at a top-tier investment bank, management consulting firm, or corporate strategy team.

Is travel required in this position?

Yes, the role involves frequent domestic and international travel, including work related to expansion into the Middle East and other strategic markets.

What kind of work environment can I expect?

The role is in a fast-paced, high-ambiguity environment where you work directly with the Founder & Chief Strategy Officer on mission-critical initiatives, operating with a founder-level sense of urgency and ownership.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

You will partner with the Founder & Chief Strategy Officer on initiatives across corporate development, capital markets, commercialization, global market expansion, financial planning, regulatory matters, and cross-functional projects.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate is energized by working directly with a founder on mission-critical initiatives, communicates crisply, thrives in high-ambiguity settings, and has relevant experience from top-tier firms.

Metropolis

Technology-driven facility management for parking

About Metropolis

Metropolis focuses on improving facility management, particularly in the parking sector, by using computer vision technology to facilitate checkout-free payments. This technology allows drivers to park and pay without the need for traditional payment methods, making the process more efficient. Metropolis serves a variety of clients, including real estate owners and valet services, and operates in over 360 cities across North America, processing more than $4 billion in payments each year. What sets Metropolis apart from its competitors is its integration of payment solutions with facility management services, which not only enhances the parking experience but also increases asset productivity for its clients. The company's goal is to streamline parking operations and create revenue opportunities for its clients through its advanced technology and services.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$1,240.7MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Fintech, Real EstateIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Stock Options
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from BMW-owned ParkMobile may impact market share.
The SP Plus acquisition may pose integration challenges and financial strain.
Rapid expansion could lead to operational inefficiencies and quality control issues.

Differentiation

Metropolis uses AI and computer vision for checkout-free parking payments.
The company integrates its platform into field operations for revenue generation.
Metropolis serves diverse clients, including real estate and valet services.

Upsides

Metropolis processes over $4 billion in payments annually across 360 cities.
The acquisition of SP Plus Corporation expands Metropolis's market reach.
AI-driven dynamic pricing models optimize revenue in real-time.

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