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A Business Strategy Analyst is sought to join an innovative team in Bedford, contributing to the development and alignment of strategic initiatives across the organisation.

The Business Strategy Analyst, Bedford, will be expected to build expertise in the field, learning from peers and senior leaders in business strategy and industry best practices. This may include gathering insights, supporting decision-making processes, and preparing executive-level presentations that influence and drive organisational success. Responsibilities include:

• Support the development and execution of group strategy by gathering insights and ensuring cross-business alignment.
• Assist in preparing executive-level reports and presentations, translating complex information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with global teams to deliver strategic projects and initiatives.
• Analyse performance data and provide insights to support commercial decision-making.

The Business Strategy Analyst, Bedford, will have the following key skills:

• Professional, courteous, and punctual with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities; able to simplify complex concepts.
• Highly organised, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and writing skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Able to multitask, work under pressure, and meet targets.
• Demonstrates commercial awareness and role-model professionalism.

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**Job Requisition ID #**
25WD90415
**Position Overview**
The Business Strategy Manager, manufacturing industry intelligence, is responsible for managing and leading research and analysis and providing insights-based guidance and advice to middle and upper management. The role comprises working autonomously, as well as leveraging cross-functional subject matter experts and external consulting providers. As a Business Strategy Manager, manufacturing industry intelligence, you will partner with stakeholders from across the Business Industry Strategy team, product management, product development, marketing, strategic partnerships, and sales. To be successful, applicants need a solid grasp of the manufacturing industry in general, and the industrial software market specifically. In addition, the ability to combine excellent analytical skills and the ability to autonomously craft and communicate compelling insights to senior management is essential. This is a role with high visibility and impact on our business and go-to-market strategies for our manufacturing business.
**Responsibilities**
+ Define, build and work with analytical models, leveraging various internal and external sources of data
+ Create compelling presentations and various other forms of communication to share insights and drive transformation and change
+ Build a strong internal network with key stakeholders in a highly matrixed environment
+ Continuously further our insights into market developments, new technologies, strategic opportunities and risks in our market
+ Act as a center of excellence for industry insights
+ Deliver process improvements and ensure highest quality and robustness of output and deliverables
+ Work with a strong sense of accountability, self-motivation, attention to detail, creative problem-solving
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in an engineering, business or equivalent field experience
+ 5+ years of experience in the manufacturing industry and knowledge of CAD, CAM, digital factory
+ 3+ years of experience in industrial software or other software industry
+ Proven ability to autonomously drive projects forward within a large organization with globally distributed teams
+ Excellent and proven English language skills
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Knowledge of SaaS business and leading-edge technology (e.g. AI)
+ MBA or comparable advanced degree
+ Experience in a strategic capacity as part of either strategy, go-to-market, product management, business development or related roles within the software or high-tech industry or in management consulting
+ Strong executive presentation skills
+ Excellent interpersonal skills required in order to build success in a highly matrixed organization
+ Proven ability to lead and influence as part of a geographically dispersed global organization
+ Willingness and ability to travel internationally
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Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Business Strategy Analyst to join their growing consultancy practice based in Cardiff, Wales, UK . This is a challenging and rewarding role for an individual with a passion for driving organizational change and delivering tangible business improvements. You will be responsible for leading key strategic initiatives, conducting in-depth market and competitive analysis, and developing actionable recommendations to enhance business performance and achieve long-term strategic objectives. Your work will involve close collaboration with senior stakeholders across various client organizations, translating complex business challenges into clear, data-driven solutions. You will play a crucial role in defining strategic roadmaps, identifying new growth opportunities, and optimizing existing business models. The hybrid nature of this role allows for a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive market research, competitive intelligence, and trend analysis.
• Developing and refining strategic business plans and frameworks.
• Analyzing financial data and operational metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Leading cross-functional project teams to implement strategic initiatives.
• Facilitating workshops and interviews with stakeholders at all levels.
• Creating compelling presentations and reports to communicate strategic insights and recommendations.
• Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies for strategic projects.
• Tracking and measuring the performance of implemented strategies.
• Staying abreast of industry best practices and emerging business trends.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field, with a Master's degree or MBA being a significant asset. Proven experience in strategic planning, business analysis, or management consulting is essential. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills are a must. Strong financial acumen and data visualization capabilities are highly valued. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior executives, are crucial. Experience with strategic planning frameworks and tools is required. This role offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and excellent career progression opportunities within a reputable consultancy.

Our client, a rapidly expanding global enterprise, is seeking a visionary and results-oriented Director of Business Strategy to spearhead strategic planning and execution. This is a pivotal, fully remote leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future direction of the company. You will be instrumental in identifying new market opportunities, developing long-term growth strategies, and driving innovation across all business units. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, exceptional strategic thinking capabilities, and a proven track record of successfully implementing complex business initiatives. Your responsibilities will include market research, competitive analysis, financial modeling, and developing business cases for new ventures. You will collaborate closely with executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners to ensure alignment and successful execution of strategic objectives. This role requires extensive experience in strategic consulting, corporate strategy, or business development, ideally within a fast-paced, dynamic industry. As a fully remote employee, you will need to demonstrate exceptional autonomy, self-motivation, and strong digital collaboration skills. You will be adept at building relationships and influencing stakeholders remotely. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is required; an MBA or equivalent advanced degree is highly preferred. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in strategy development and execution is essential. Experience in leading strategic projects from conception to completion is a must. The ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and compelling narratives is critical. This role supports our client's extensive network of operations, including their regional headquarters near **Wolverhampton, West Midlands, UK**, though the position itself is entirely remote. You will be responsible for identifying emerging trends, assessing market dynamics, and formulating strategic recommendations that foster sustainable growth and profitability. This is a high-impact position for a strategic thinker eager to drive significant business transformation. Join a forward-thinking organization and leave your mark on its strategic roadmap. The scope of work involves deep dives into market potential, operational efficiencies, and competitive positioning to ensure long-term success.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and articulate the company's long-term strategic vision and roadmap.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend assessments.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and potential acquisitions.
• Develop robust business cases and financial models to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to drive strategy implementation.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress against strategic goals.
• Lead strategic projects, from conceptualization through to execution and evaluation.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops.
• Advise on resource allocation and investment decisions to align with strategic priorities.
• Communicate strategic plans and progress to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field; MBA or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in business strategy, corporate development, or strategic consulting.
• Proven ability to develop and execute complex business strategies.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong financial modeling and quantitative analysis capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and managing projects remotely.
• Ability to influence and build consensus among senior stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of various industries and market dynamics.

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Director, Corporate UK Business Development and Strategy
Job Location: L3Harris UK Corporate Office, London
About this opportunity and L3Harris UK
From 11 UK sites, our team of nearly 1,000 people delivers unique capabilities across space, air, land, sea and cyber for military, security and commercial customers across the UK and worldwide .
This senior-level role is responsible for leading business development, sales, and strategic growth initiatives for L3Harris across the UK. As a key member of the Corporate International Government and Customer Relations team, the role focuses on identifying new market opportunities, managing strategic partnerships, and shaping corporate strategy to position L3Harris as a leader in the aerospace and defence sector. It requires close collaboration with senior leadership, UK government agencies, and industry partners to ensure alignment with customer needs, regulatory requirements, and evolving market trends.
Responsibilities:
· Lead new business development and growth initiatives for L3Harris in the United Kingdom.
· Partner with UK business segment and sector leadership, and landed businesses, to grow market share and support all business development and sales activities in line with Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and strategic objectives.
· Represent L3Harris with senior officials from MoD, GCHQ, other UK government agencies, and Members of Parliament demonstrating in-depth knowledge of L3Harris' portfolios and capabilities.
· Develop and implement strategies to expand the UK customer base, driving profitable growth in line with company vision and business plans.
· Collaborate across the Corporate International team to align global best practices with UK market objectives.
· Enable regional business unit annual bookings, sales targets, and pipeline development goals.
· Serve as the 'voice of the customer' to inform future product and technology roadmaps.
· Demonstrate L3Harris values of Excellence, Integrity, and Respect.
· Establish and maintain KPIs to continuously improve business development processes and outcomes.
Essential Requirements:
· Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 15 years, or graduate degree with at least 13 years of experience in business development and growth within the defence and security sectors.
· Proven experience engaging with international customers and navigating diverse business cultures.
· Deep understanding of UK defence and security customer requirements and user needs related to the L3Harris portfolio.
· Market-driven mindset with strong skills in market assessment, competitive analysis, and relationship development.
· Demonstrated success in designing and executing winning business development campaigns, capture plans, and complex sales closures.
· Ability and willingness to travel within the UK and internationally as needed.
· Established network of customer and industry contacts across all relevant UK defence domains.
· In-depth knowledge of UK capability acquisition programmes and associated procurement processes.
· Strong presence, negotiation skills, and executive-level communication abilities.
· Extensive experience working with UK Government, MoD, GCHQ, and related agencies, with up-to-date knowledge of UK defence sector priorities and procurement strategies.
A few of our employee benefits are:
+ Half day finish on a Friday (flexible working hours available)
+ 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
+ Private medical insurance with optional family cover
+ Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution
+ Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
+ Group income protection
+ Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme
+ Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support
Important to know
Due to the nature of our work many our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to government security check s .
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities for all. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

Our client, a prestigious management consulting firm, is seeking an accomplished Lead Management Consultant with a specialization in Business Strategy to join their esteemed advisory team. This role is pivotal in guiding organizations through complex strategic challenges, driving sustainable growth, and enhancing competitive advantage. As a remote-based consultant, you will leverage your expertise to deliver high-impact solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients. You will be responsible for leading client engagements, from initial diagnosis and problem definition through to strategy formulation, implementation planning, and performance measurement. This involves conducting in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling to identify strategic opportunities and risks.

You will work closely with senior executives and C-suite stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor, facilitator, and thought leader. The ability to build strong client relationships, influence decision-making, and manage multiple projects concurrently is essential. A deep understanding of various strategic frameworks, business models, and industry trends is required. Experience in digital strategy, operational improvement, organizational design, or M&A advisory would be advantageous. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are paramount, enabling you to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively. You will be expected to mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering their professional development. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced consultant to operate with significant autonomy and impact, driving strategic transformation for leading businesses across various sectors, all while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset, a passion for problem-solving, and a proven ability to deliver tangible business outcomes. We are looking for an individual who can operate effectively in a virtual environment, demonstrating exceptional leadership and client management skills. The role is based in **Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK**, but executed remotely.

Our client, a premier global management consulting firm, is seeking an exceptional Principal Management Consultant to join their prestigious and fully remote strategy practice. This senior role is responsible for leading client engagements that address complex strategic challenges, drive significant business transformations, and deliver measurable value. You will work with senior executives across diverse industries, leveraging your deep analytical capabilities, industry expertise, and strategic frameworks to shape critical business decisions and guide implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end consulting engagements for major clients, focusing on strategy development, organizational design, and operational improvement.
• Conduct rigorous analysis of client businesses, markets, and competitive landscapes to identify strategic opportunities and challenges.
• Develop innovative and data-driven strategic recommendations, business cases, and implementation roadmaps.
• Advise C-suite executives and senior leadership teams on critical business issues and strategic choices.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships at the executive level.
• Lead and mentor teams of consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Contribute to the development of the firm's intellectual capital, methodologies, and thought leadership.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within client organizations and the broader market.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively to client stakeholders.
• Ensure the successful delivery of high-quality consulting services that exceed client expectations.
• Stay abreast of emerging business trends, industry shifts, and innovative strategic approaches.

Qualifications:

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree from a top-tier business school.
• Minimum of 9 years of progressive experience in management consulting, strategy, or a senior strategic leadership role within industry.
• Proven track record of leading complex, high-impact strategic projects and delivering measurable business results.
• Deep expertise in at least one major industry sector (e.g., Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Retail) and a broad understanding of strategic frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build rapport with senior executives.
• Demonstrated experience in managing consulting teams and project profitability.
• Strong business acumen and a robust understanding of financial analysis.
• Ability to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced, and fully remote consulting environment.
• A collaborative spirit and a commitment to mentoring and developing talent.

This is an unparalleled opportunity for a seasoned strategy professional to make a significant impact on leading organizations worldwide, operating in a flexible, fully remote capacity. Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Our client is seeking a highly accomplished and driven Senior Management Consultant to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role is based in the vibrant city of Brighton, East Sussex, UK , and offers a hybrid working model, blending office collaboration with remote flexibility. As a Senior Consultant, you will be instrumental in advising a diverse range of clients across various industries, helping them to identify challenges, develop strategic solutions, and implement effective change. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping business objectives, optimising operational efficiency, and driving sustainable growth. You will be responsible for leading client engagements, from initial diagnosis and data analysis through to the development and presentation of strategic recommendations. This involves conducting in-depth market research, financial modelling, and stakeholder interviews to gain comprehensive insights. Furthermore, you will mentor junior consultants, foster strong client relationships, and contribute to the firm's thought leadership and business development efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a proven track record in strategic consulting. A deep understanding of business operations, market dynamics, and digital transformation trends is essential. You must be adept at communicating complex ideas clearly and persuasively, both verbally and in written reports. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated professional to make a significant impact within a leading consultancy and to advance their career in a stimulating and rewarding environment. The role demands a proactive approach, resilience, and a commitment to delivering outstanding results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end consulting projects for key clients.
• Conduct rigorous analysis of business processes, financial performance, and market positioning.
• Develop innovative and actionable strategic recommendations tailored to client needs.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings to drive consensus and alignment.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Mentor and develop junior consulting staff.
• Contribute to client relationship management and business development activities.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging best practices.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in management consulting or a similar strategic advisory role.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing business strategies.
• Proficiency in data analysis, financial modelling, and presentation software.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to travel to client sites as required.

My client is a global leading Digital Consultancy specialising in Cloud Adoption, Digital Transformation & NextGen AI solutions, with 20 office locations across the UK including London, Bristol, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and Glasgow (offering a hybrid remote policy of 2 days onsite p/week). Clients include Government, Finance, Retail & Energy sectors (among other private sectors). We are working with one of the largest UK government departments who has a drive for transformation, focusing on delivery of value and utilising new technology including AI. We are looking for a Managing Consultant who can join us to drive new transformation strategies, expand our business offerings, exploit AI technologies and increase our partnership value. Primary requirements: Must be eligible for BPSS/SC clearance Proven experience in undertaking roles such as Agile Delivery, Product Management/Strategy or Business Analysis/Strategy driving transformation focusing on delivery of value and utilising new technology including AI, as well as other verticals (Cloud, DevOps, UCD, Architecture). Looking for someone with dynamic, strategic-minded experience, and will bring a blend of consultancy expertise, business development acumen, and a passion for driving innovation and cultural change. Proven experience generating New Business/Business Development and Presales, including RFP's, Demos, Presentations and Bids. Consultancy background is a must-have requirement