Full-Time

Pricing & Strategy Analyst

Posted on 8/27/2024

Future Publishing

Future Publishing

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital media and publishing company

Compensation Overview

$35k - $65k/yr

+ Bonus

Mid

London, UK + 2 more

More locations: Cardiff, UK | Bath, UK

Hybrid role requiring three days in the office and two days from home.

Category
Strategy Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Power BI
Sales
SQL
Financial analysis
Tableau
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Marketing
Looker
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g. Finance or Economics).
  • 2+ years of experience working in a subscription-based business or in a management / financial consulting role with a focus on pricing.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and macros.
  • Experience with dynamic pricing models and strategies.
  • Commercially minded with an understanding of market dynamics and the organisation’s broader commercial and strategic goals.
  • Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis.
  • An acute understanding of subscription dynamics (e.g., customer acquisition and retention, churn analysis, lifetime value calculation).
  • Familiarity with business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
  • Familiarity with use of AI for pricing models.
  • Experience or knowledge of CPQ implementation.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain complex pricing models in Excel to support dynamic pricing strategies.
  • Use SQL to extract, manipulate, and analyse large datasets to inform pricing decisions.
  • Analyze market trends and competitor pricing to identify opportunities for pricing optimization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, marketing, and sales, to implement pricing strategies.
  • Conduct financial analysis and economic assessments to support strategic decision-making.

Future Publishing creates and distributes high-quality content across various platforms, including websites, magazines, and digital channels. Their products engage audiences by connecting them with their interests and passions. The company generates revenue through multiple streams such as advertising, subscriptions, e-commerce, and affiliate marketing. This allows them to attract advertisers targeting specific demographics while also providing a steady income from magazine and digital content subscriptions. Future Publishing stands out from competitors by emphasizing collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to making a positive societal impact. Their goal is to foster sustainable growth while serving their audiences, partners, and communities effectively.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Bath, United Kingdom

Founded

1985

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Future's Gen Z TikTok brand expands reach to younger audiences.
  • AI-generated content offers operational efficiency and enhanced content offerings for Future plc.
  • Subscription-based models provide a stable revenue stream for Future's digital content.

What critics are saying

  • CEO Jon Steinberg's departure may lead to leadership instability.
  • The Gen Z TikTok brand may struggle to retain a trend-sensitive audience.
  • Future's move into adtech with Elevate faces competition from established players.

What makes Future Publishing unique

  • Future plc operates over 180 publications and websites, targeting niche interests.
  • The company integrates e-commerce with content, enhancing revenue through affiliate marketing.
  • Future plc's strategic partnership with OpenAI enriches ChatGPT's content library.

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Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Performance Bonus

Mental Health Support

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Hybrid Work Options

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