Corporate Strategy Manager

About the role At AAK, we’re looking for a talented individual to play a key role in shaping the company’s global strategic direction. As part of the Corporate Strategy team, you will help accelerate our strategy and drive meaningful impact across the business. You’ll collaborate with a high-performing team with backgrounds in strategy consulting and M A advisory, while gaining exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams worldwide. This is a unique early-career opportunity to develop your strategic thinking, take on exciting challenges, and grow quickly in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. We’re looking for someone with a can-do attitude, a strong drive for personal growth, and the ambition to make an immediate impact. You will grow into the role by gradually taking on greater responsibilities aligned with your development, working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. The role also offers international exposure, with opportunities to travel and connect with teams across the globe. Responsibilities Drive strategic initiatives by partnering with business leaders to scope, structure, and deliver high-impact strategy projects Conduct in-depth analysis through rigorous research and data evaluation to support strategic assessments and prioritization Generate strategic insights by synthesizing findings into clear recommendations and developing executive-level materials for decision-making and long-term strategy Evaluate M A opportunities in collaboration with the M A team to assess strategic fit and value creation potential of acquisitions and partnerships Collaborate globally with the Executive Committee and cross-functional leaders, including M A, Commercial Development Innovation, Sustainability, Finance, Operations, and more, across Europe, AMEA, and the Americas