Associate Manager, Innovation & Strategic Initiatives

Associate Manager, Innovation & Strategic InitiativesBoston Globe Media Partners is hiring an Associate Manager, Innovation & Strategic Initiatives to help turn ideas into well-run programs and practical business opportunities that create and capture value across our portfolio, which includes The Boston Globe, Boston.com, Boston magazine, STAT, and InstaTrac.You will lead employee innovation programs, coordinate selected strategic initiatives and help staff put approved AI tools to practical use, working with journalists in our newsrooms, plus colleagues in Sales, Marketing, Product and other departments. You will also supervise the team's co-op students and report to the VP of Innovation & Strategic Initiatives.The person who succeeds here is a confident, detail-oriented doer: someone who takes ownership, follows up without being prompted and spots problems early enough to solve them. They can execute the hands-on work and step back to recommend a better approach. Media and journalism experience is not required, but it's definitely a plus.Responsibilities:Project manage strategic initiativesResearch opportunities and strengthen team operationsLead innovation programsCoordinate AI adoption initiativesQualifications:At least 5 years of experience leading projects or programs with multiple stakeholders; equivalent experience in media, product, strategy or operations is welcome.A record of delivering work yourself: building plans, tracking the details, following up on commitments and bringing projects to completion.Strong writing, research and analytical skills, plus the initiative to spot gaps or risks that others have missed and propose practical solutions.Confidence working across a large organization: you build relationships, ask for decisions, follow up respectfully when people are busy and raise concerns promptly.Comfortable using and learning new AI tools and other platforms for brainstorming, planning and other solutions (no coding required), and the ability to explain, test and improve them with users.Fluency with collaborative tools such as Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms), project management platforms (Monday.com, for example) and communication tools such as Slack. Examples of work you have built are more valuable than expertise with any one platform.Interest in journalism, digital media and the changing ways audiences engage with news. Experience in media or innovation is a plus.Experience on communications or project management a plus.A willingness to adapt and be audience focused, with a curious mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive work environmentThe Boston Globe Media office is located in downtown Boston, near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines. This position is based in Boston, and candidates should be based in the area or willing to move.The annual salary for this role is $75,000 - $85,000.This range reflects the band for this role. We are committed to fair and market-informed compensation. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates could be hired within the midpoint of the range. Compensation for the successful candidate will be informed by their particular combination of skills, experience, and qualifications.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.EEO Statement: At Boston Globe Media, our mission is to empower, connect, and convene our communities with independent, trusted journalism and storytelling. We know a critical part of achieving this is by having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Boston Globe Media is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates and colleagues of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.