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Manager - Strategy & Business Operations

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About Cognizant Corporate

Cognizant Corporate is a global community united by a shared purpose: to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to excellence and driven by outcomes that matter. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our forward-thinking mindset fuels continuous learning, innovation, and growth.

At Cognizant, careers transcend titles. We empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose, always guided by our core values. Join us in shaping the future of business. Could you be the one to make a difference?

About the Role

As a Manager, GBR Strategy & Business Operations, you will drive impactful contributions and focus on outcomes. You will be a key member of the Global Business Resilience (GBR) team, collaborating closely with the AVP & Head of Global Business Resilience and M&A Security, GBR leadership team members, and stakeholders across the enterprise. You will have the autonomy to lead, innovate, and improve organizational effectiveness while supporting governance, strategic planning, performance management, communications, and operational excellence across the GBR organization.

As a team of self-starters, you can work with impact alongside our vibrant people and culture while enjoying unmatched learning opportunities.

In this Role, You Will:

  • Support the development, execution, and refinement of GBR’s multi-year strategy, roadmap, and strategic priorities.
  • Drive operational excellence through governance, business operations, planning processes, and leadership coordination across all GBR towers.
  • Develop executive reporting, dashboards, scorecards, KPI frameworks, and performance insights to support decision-making.
  • Lead internal communications initiatives, executive presentations, leadership messaging, and stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Coordinate strategic initiatives, transformation programs, and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen organizational effectiveness and business outcomes.

Embrace our vibrant culture by striving for excellence, focusing on meaningful outcomes, and collaborating effectively. Prioritize quality, stay curious, and commit to continuous learning. Take ownership, build relationships, and focus on personal growth to drive business strategy and foster an inclusive culture, creating unmatched career opportunities and impactful work.

What You Must Have to Be Considered

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Communications, Finance, Marketing, Public Policy, or a related discipline.
  • 9 to 12 years of experience in strategy, business operations, program management, consulting, governance, communications, or organizational effectiveness roles.
  • Experience supporting senior leaders and managing cross-functional initiatives within a global organization.
  • Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and analytical capabilities.
  • Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience creating executive presentations, dashboards, scorecards, and business performance reporting.
  • Proven ability to manage complex initiatives and drive outcomes across multiple stakeholders in a matrixed environment.
  • Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • A strong sense of ownership, desire to create meaningful outcomes, and passion for work that serves a greater good for customers, communities, or global challenges.
  • The embodiment of Cognizant’s Values of: Work as One, Dare to Innovate, Raise the Bar, Do The Right Thing, and Own It.

These Will Help You Succeed

  • Experience supporting corporate security, business resilience, business continuity, crisis management, risk management, governance, or transformation organizations.
  • Experience working within a global, geographically distributed team.
  • Familiarity with organizational change management and strategic planning methodologies.
  • Experience supporting executive leadership teams and enterprise-wide initiatives.
  • MBA or other relevant advanced degree.
  • Experience in consulting, strategy, PMO, governance, or transformation functions.
  • Ability to influence without authority and coordinate across complex global stakeholder groups.

Work Model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, the work model will be determined in accordance with business needs and hiring location. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on business and client requirements.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.


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