Full-time · On-site

Director, Corporate Development

This is a premier leadership opportunity for a finance professional to shape the strategic footprint of Sony Pictures across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The role combines rigorous technical valuation work with high-level relationship management and deal negotiation. It is a perfect fit for someone who wants to move from advisory roles into a position with direct ownership over corporate growth.

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Hiring company

Sony Pictures Entertainment

London, England, United Kingdom · Posted 26 April 2026

The role

Overview

This is a premier leadership opportunity for a finance professional to shape the strategic footprint of Sony Pictures across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The role combines rigorous technical valuation work with high-level relationship management and deal negotiation. It is a perfect fit for someone who wants to move from advisory roles into a position with direct ownership over corporate growth.

The hiring side

About Sony Pictures Entertainment

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an enterprise organisation working in entertainment & media, based in London, England, United Kingdom.

Industry

Entertainment & Media

Size

Enterprise

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

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What they need

Requirements & Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and recommend strategic growth and investment opportunities in EMEA
  • Lead comprehensive financial valuations and due diligence for M&A and JVs
  • Develop investment committee materials and executive presentations
  • Partner with local management to drive regional strategy and capital allocation
  • Manage the negotiation of transaction documents and commercial terms
  • Oversee cross-functional teams and mentor junior corporate development associates

Essential

  • Must have legal right to work and reside in the United Kingdom
  • Extensive background in investment banking, management consulting, or corporate development
  • Proven track record in financial modeling, valuation, and investment analysis
  • Deep understanding of the media and entertainment sector
  • Experience leading cross-functional deal teams and mentoring staff
  • Ability to travel up to 20% for business needs
  • Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.)

Preferred

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Specific expertise in Television or Digital Media sectors
  • Established network and relationships within the EMEA business community
  • Experience with international production and distribution models

Key Skills

Advanced financial analysisStrategic market intelligenceExecutive-level presentation skillsTransaction structuring and negotiationCommercial due diligenceBusiness plan developmentStakeholder managementRisk assessment

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Perks

Benefits & perks

  • Opportunity to work with a global leader in entertainment
  • Exposure to high-profile international M&A transactions
  • Mentorship and leadership responsibilities
  • Collaborative work environment with global reach
  • Strategic influence over a growing digital and production portfolio

Next step

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