176 Corporate Strategist jobs in the United Kingdom
Director of Strategic Planning & Corporate Development
EH1 2LX Edinburgh, Scotland
£90000 Annually
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Our client, a highly respected financial services institution with a significant presence in the UK, is seeking an accomplished Director of Strategic Planning & Corporate Development to lead their strategic initiatives. This pivotal role is based in our prestigious headquarters in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK , requiring a dedicated, on-site presence to foster collaboration and drive key decisions.
You will be responsible for shaping and executing the company's long-term strategic vision, identifying growth opportunities, and overseeing all aspects of corporate development, including mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, financial acumen, and exceptional leadership skills. Key responsibilities include:
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of corporate finance, strategy formulation, and transaction execution within the financial services sector. You should have a proven track record of successfully leading complex strategic initiatives and M&A deals. Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This role requires a full-time commitment at our Edinburgh office to ensure effective leadership and collaboration.
Qualifications:
You will be responsible for shaping and executing the company's long-term strategic vision, identifying growth opportunities, and overseeing all aspects of corporate development, including mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, financial acumen, and exceptional leadership skills. Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and articulating the company's overarching strategic plan, aligning it with market trends, competitive landscape, and internal capabilities.
- Identifying, evaluating, and pursuing strategic growth opportunities, including M&A targets, joint ventures, and strategic alliances.
- Leading the due diligence process for potential transactions, including financial modelling, valuation, risk assessment, and integration planning.
- Managing relationships with investment banks, advisors, and potential partners.
- Collaborating closely with the executive leadership team and board of directors to ensure strategic alignment and facilitate decision-making.
- Monitoring the competitive environment and macro-economic factors, providing timely insights and recommendations.
- Developing key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the progress and success of strategic initiatives.
- Preparing comprehensive reports, presentations, and recommendations for the board and executive team.
- Overseeing the annual strategic planning and budgeting process.
- Building and leading a high-performing strategic planning and corporate development team.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of corporate finance, strategy formulation, and transaction execution within the financial services sector. You should have a proven track record of successfully leading complex strategic initiatives and M&A deals. Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This role requires a full-time commitment at our Edinburgh office to ensure effective leadership and collaboration.
Qualifications:
- MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related business field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in strategic planning, corporate development, investment banking, or management consulting, with a strong focus on financial services.
- Demonstrated experience in originating, structuring, and executing M&A transactions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
- Expertise in financial modelling, valuation techniques, and due diligence processes.
- Proven ability to develop and implement long-term corporate strategies.
- Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Experience presenting to and advising C-suite executives and boards of directors.
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Head of Strategic Planning & Corporate Development
RG1 2LG Reading, South East
£100000 annum + bon
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Our client, a rapidly growing international technology firm, is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Strategic Planning & Corporate Development to drive their long-term vision and growth initiatives. This role is fully remote, allowing you to operate from any location within the UK, fostering global collaboration and strategic oversight.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop and refine the company's overall corporate strategy, including market analysis, competitive intelligence, and growth opportunities.
- Lead the identification, evaluation, and execution of strategic partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions (M&A).
- Conduct in-depth market research and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate closely with executive leadership, product teams, and regional heads to align strategies.
- Develop comprehensive business cases and investment proposals for new ventures and strategic initiatives.
- Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and economic factors impacting the business landscape.
- Oversee the strategic planning process, ensuring alignment across all business units.
- Manage relationships with external advisors, investment banks, and potential partners.
- Prepare board-level presentations and reports on strategic progress and opportunities.
- Drive organizational change and facilitate the implementation of strategic initiatives.
- Champion a data-driven approach to strategic planning and performance measurement.
- Work independently and lead remote teams to achieve ambitious strategic objectives.
- MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, corporate development, investment banking, or management consulting, preferably within the technology sector.
- Proven track record of successfully identifying, evaluating, and executing M&A transactions and strategic partnerships.
- Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
- Exceptional understanding of market dynamics, competitive strategy, and business model innovation.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working effectively in a remote, international setting.
- Proficiency in relevant analytical and presentation software.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
- Passion for driving business growth and innovation.
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Strategic Planning Manager
West Midlands, West Midlands
University of Warwick
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The University of Warwick is looking for a Strategic Planning Manager. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of strategic decision-making - helping to shape the University’s future and ensure alignment with its long-term objectives.
A great opportunity, if you are someone who thrives on strategic thinking, effective coordination & planning, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll also enjoy bringing clarity and structure to complex processes, while contributing to the development and implementation of key initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and delivery of strategic project plans, ensuring milestones and decision points are clearly defined and achieved.
- Provide leadership on the coordination of deliverables to ensure consistent standards, and ensuring activities are undertaken as required to successfully achieve the delivery of key milestones.
- Proactively identify and solve problems to address strategic challenges and support decision-making.
- Manage risks, dependencies, and progress tracking across multiple strategic initiatives.
- Support Strategic Planning in advancing core planning activities, driving innovation in monitoring performance and continuous process improvement.
- Deliver executive support to steering groups, workstreams, and working groups as required.
- Identifying process improvement initiatives within Strategic Planning, which could include developing SharePoint and creating KPIs.
About You
This role requires a proven track record in project management, including project planning, setting and tracking project milestones, and the use of strategic analysis tools and techniques to ensure effective structure and governance.
You will have previous experience working within a university environment and a strong understanding of Higher Education policies and procedures.
Key Info
6 month contract
Hybrid – 2 days a week on site (Anchor day – Tuesday)
£28.00 per hour
Next Steps
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Strategic Planning Manager
West Midlands, West Midlands
University of Warwick
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Job Description
The University of Warwick is looking for a Strategic Planning Manager. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of strategic decision-making - helping to shape the University’s future and ensure alignment with its long-term objectives.
A great opportunity, if you are someone who thrives on strategic thinking, effective coordination & planning, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll also enjoy bringing clarity and structure to complex processes, while contributing to the development and implementation of key initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and delivery of strategic project plans, ensuring milestones and decision points are clearly defined and achieved.
- Provide leadership on the coordination of deliverables to ensure consistent standards, and ensuring activities are undertaken as required to successfully achieve the delivery of key milestones.
- Proactively identify and solve problems to address strategic challenges and support decision-making.
- Manage risks, dependencies, and progress tracking across multiple strategic initiatives.
- Support Strategic Planning in advancing core planning activities, driving innovation in monitoring performance and continuous process improvement.
- Deliver executive support to steering groups, workstreams, and working groups as required.
- Identifying process improvement initiatives within Strategic Planning, which could include developing SharePoint and creating KPIs.
About You
This role requires a proven track record in project management, including project planning, setting and tracking project milestones, and the use of strategic analysis tools and techniques to ensure effective structure and governance.
You will have previous experience working within a university environment and a strong understanding of Higher Education policies and procedures.
Key Info
6 month contract
Hybrid – 2 days a week on site (Anchor day – Tuesday)
£28.00 per hour
Next Steps
If you are interested please send your CV to
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Senior Financial Analyst - Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis
G1 1BA Glasgow, Scotland
£60000 Annually
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Our client, a prominent financial services firm, is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to join their Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. This role is based at our Glasgow, Scotland, UK office and is critical to the strategic financial decision-making of the organization. You will be responsible for developing financial models, conducting variance analysis, preparing financial forecasts and budgets, and providing insights to support business unit leaders and senior management. Key responsibilities include collaborating with various departments to gather financial data, understanding business drivers, and translating them into financial projections. You will play a vital role in the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and corporate finance. Experience with financial modeling for strategic initiatives, mergers and acquisitions, and scenario planning is highly desirable. You will be expected to prepare detailed financial reports, presentations, and dashboards for executive review. This position requires exceptional analytical skills, proficiency in Excel and financial software (e.g., Hyperion, SAP, Oracle), and the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely. A proactive approach to identifying financial risks and opportunities, along with a commitment to continuous process improvement, is essential. You will also be involved in ad-hoc financial analysis projects as requested by senior leadership. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to the financial health and strategic direction of a leading firm.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain complex financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
- Perform in-depth variance analysis and provide explanations for financial performance deviations.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations for senior management.
- Support the annual budgeting process and lead elements of forecasting activities.
- Collaborate with business unit leaders to understand financial drivers and performance.
- Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and support strategic initiatives.
- Identify key financial trends, risks, and opportunities, and recommend appropriate actions.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of FP&A processes and tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
- Strong financial modeling skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced level).
- Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan, SAP BPC) is a plus.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information effectively.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Head of Strategic Planning
Freshminds
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Freshminds has partnered with a leading FTSE 250 transport company who are looking to hire an impressive Strategic Network Planner to their team. Working closely with the Head of Network and CFO, you will be responsible for driving commerical and operational growth in their transport schedules.
Responsibilities:
- Lead on strategy and compliance across the network
- Use data driven insights to optimise on operational efficiency
- Align with senior stakeholders to drive cross-functional excellence
Requirements:
- c.5 years Big 4 experience
- Astute analytical experience
- Interest / experience in transport and logistics desirable
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Head of Strategic Planning
London, London
Freshminds
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Freshminds has partnered with a leading FTSE 250 transport company who are looking to hire an impressive Strategic Network Planner to their team. Working closely with the Head of Network and CFO, you will be responsible for driving commerical and operational growth in their transport schedules.
Responsibilities:
- Lead on strategy and compliance across the network
- Use data driven insights to optimise on operational efficiency
- Align with senior stakeholders to drive cross-functional excellence
Requirements:
- c.5 years Big 4 experience
- Astute analytical experience
- Interest / experience in transport and logistics desirable
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VP/AVP, Strategic Planning
London, London
MUFG
Posted 6 days ago
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**Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?**
Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.
With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.
Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.
**MAIN PURPOSE AND ACCOUNTABILITY OF THE ROLE**
Specifically, you have accountability for the following named departments:
+ Office of the Chief of Staff for EMEA (former Strategic Planning Department of EMEA Planning)
**ROLES, SCOPE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE**
+ Authority from and reporting to Head of Corporate & Financial Strategy for EMEA or his/her direct report
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
**Regional Planning and Strategy Development**
You will be responsible for taking appropriate action with respect to Office of the Chief of Staff for EMEA, including
+ Responsible for supporting Chief of Staff for EMEA and Head of Corporate & Financial Strategy for EMEA, and executing all tasks assigned by them.
+ Responsible for supporting Regional Executive for EMEA and executing all tasks assigned by them.
+ Responsible for the Project/Programme management of multiple significant strategic initiatives in EMEA.
+ Responsible for the Projects/Programmes relevant to Securities (MUSE and MUS(EU)) matters
+ Responsible for strengthening the integrated operation of both Chief of Staff for EMEA and MUSE/MUS(EU) CEO's support team, and building robust relationships with MUSE/MUS(EU) CEO and his/her support team
+ Responsible for strategic policy planning and implementation to enhance the activities, governances and operational efficiencies in EMEA.
+ Responsible for rebuilding the robust regulatory policy and strategy across EMEA, covering horizon scanning, implementation of new regulations, and monitoring of open issues with regulators, all of which require MUFG wide coordination both in Tokyo and EMEA.
+ Responsible for regulatory compliance with respect to the operations administered by EMEA, and supporting communication and negotiation with local authorities in EMEA.
+ Responsible for setting and management of organization performance evaluation for COOI area.
+ Responsible for providing support, guidance, assistance and management on the Safety and Soundness activity for each branch, representative office and local affiliate offices in EMEA.
+ Responsible for liaising between HO divisions in Tokyo and divisions / branches in EMEA, communicating and negotiating in many cases in Japanese (reading, writing and speaking). If necessary, interpreting between English and Japanese. (The communication with and application to Japanese regulatory bodies is accepted only in Japanese.)
+ Responsible for leading crisis management in serious disasters, terrorism, riots, wars, and outbreaks (pandemics) of infectious disasters etc.
+ Responsible for supporting facility team to ensure safety and effectiveness of all bank facilities in EMEA.
+ Responsible for collaborating with Corporate Communication team for developing internal/external communication, brand related strategies & initiatives.
+ Responsible for enhancing collaborative framework among affiliated companies and alliance partners.
**WORK EXPERIENCE**
+ A proven track record of establishing strategies and achieving business development targets.
+ Proven track record of building and maintaining internal and external relationships.
+ Extensive/enough experiences in the banking industry.
**SKILL AND EXPERIENCE**
**Functional / Technical Competencies**
+ Excellent understanding of a broad spectrum of banking business and other financial industries, both in the global and regional market.
+ Fluent English and Japanese language skills, both written and oral.
+ Ability to lead by example by coaching, mentoring and developing staff.
+ Good working knowledge of Japanese business culture or experience of adapting to and working with different culture.
+ Well-developed communication skill and human network are necessary for this position in order to establish EMEA strategy in consistent with the entire MUFG strategy.
+ Ability to negotiate and settle issues with head offices in Tokyo, other regions and branches and maintain good internal relationships.
+ Well-developed negotiation, persuasion and influencing skills.
+ Good team worker and ability to prioritise and drive deadlines.
+ Knowledge of managerial accounting, general financial accounting standards, and general knowledge of applicable tax regime and its implication - preferable but not required.
**Education / Qualifications**
+ Degree level education or equivalent industry experience essential.
**PERSONAL REQUIREMENT**
+ Excellent communication skills
+ Result-driven, with a strong sense of accountability
+ A proactive, motivated approach.
+ The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly
+ Strong decision-making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement
+ A structured and logical approach to work
+ Strong problem-solving skills
+ A creative and innovative approach to work
+ Excellent interpersonal skills
+ The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines
+ Excellent attention to details and accuracy
+ A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment
+ Strong numerical skills
+ Excellent Microsoft Office skills
**Please note MUFG operate a hybrid working model with 3 days per week in the office**
We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.
MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.
We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.
At MUFG, our colleagues are our greatest assets. Our Culture Principles provide a roadmap for how each of our colleagues must think and act to become more client-obsessed, inclusive and innovative. They reflect who we are, who we want to be and what we expect from one another. We are excited to see you take the next step in exploring a career with us and encourage you to spend more time reviewing them!
**Our Culture Principles**
+ Client Centric
+ People Focused
+ Listen Up. Speak Up.
+ Innovate & Simplify
+ Own & Execute
Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.
With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.
Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.
**MAIN PURPOSE AND ACCOUNTABILITY OF THE ROLE**
Specifically, you have accountability for the following named departments:
+ Office of the Chief of Staff for EMEA (former Strategic Planning Department of EMEA Planning)
**ROLES, SCOPE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE**
+ Authority from and reporting to Head of Corporate & Financial Strategy for EMEA or his/her direct report
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
**Regional Planning and Strategy Development**
You will be responsible for taking appropriate action with respect to Office of the Chief of Staff for EMEA, including
+ Responsible for supporting Chief of Staff for EMEA and Head of Corporate & Financial Strategy for EMEA, and executing all tasks assigned by them.
+ Responsible for supporting Regional Executive for EMEA and executing all tasks assigned by them.
+ Responsible for the Project/Programme management of multiple significant strategic initiatives in EMEA.
+ Responsible for the Projects/Programmes relevant to Securities (MUSE and MUS(EU)) matters
+ Responsible for strengthening the integrated operation of both Chief of Staff for EMEA and MUSE/MUS(EU) CEO's support team, and building robust relationships with MUSE/MUS(EU) CEO and his/her support team
+ Responsible for strategic policy planning and implementation to enhance the activities, governances and operational efficiencies in EMEA.
+ Responsible for rebuilding the robust regulatory policy and strategy across EMEA, covering horizon scanning, implementation of new regulations, and monitoring of open issues with regulators, all of which require MUFG wide coordination both in Tokyo and EMEA.
+ Responsible for regulatory compliance with respect to the operations administered by EMEA, and supporting communication and negotiation with local authorities in EMEA.
+ Responsible for setting and management of organization performance evaluation for COOI area.
+ Responsible for providing support, guidance, assistance and management on the Safety and Soundness activity for each branch, representative office and local affiliate offices in EMEA.
+ Responsible for liaising between HO divisions in Tokyo and divisions / branches in EMEA, communicating and negotiating in many cases in Japanese (reading, writing and speaking). If necessary, interpreting between English and Japanese. (The communication with and application to Japanese regulatory bodies is accepted only in Japanese.)
+ Responsible for leading crisis management in serious disasters, terrorism, riots, wars, and outbreaks (pandemics) of infectious disasters etc.
+ Responsible for supporting facility team to ensure safety and effectiveness of all bank facilities in EMEA.
+ Responsible for collaborating with Corporate Communication team for developing internal/external communication, brand related strategies & initiatives.
+ Responsible for enhancing collaborative framework among affiliated companies and alliance partners.
**WORK EXPERIENCE**
+ A proven track record of establishing strategies and achieving business development targets.
+ Proven track record of building and maintaining internal and external relationships.
+ Extensive/enough experiences in the banking industry.
**SKILL AND EXPERIENCE**
**Functional / Technical Competencies**
+ Excellent understanding of a broad spectrum of banking business and other financial industries, both in the global and regional market.
+ Fluent English and Japanese language skills, both written and oral.
+ Ability to lead by example by coaching, mentoring and developing staff.
+ Good working knowledge of Japanese business culture or experience of adapting to and working with different culture.
+ Well-developed communication skill and human network are necessary for this position in order to establish EMEA strategy in consistent with the entire MUFG strategy.
+ Ability to negotiate and settle issues with head offices in Tokyo, other regions and branches and maintain good internal relationships.
+ Well-developed negotiation, persuasion and influencing skills.
+ Good team worker and ability to prioritise and drive deadlines.
+ Knowledge of managerial accounting, general financial accounting standards, and general knowledge of applicable tax regime and its implication - preferable but not required.
**Education / Qualifications**
+ Degree level education or equivalent industry experience essential.
**PERSONAL REQUIREMENT**
+ Excellent communication skills
+ Result-driven, with a strong sense of accountability
+ A proactive, motivated approach.
+ The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly
+ Strong decision-making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement
+ A structured and logical approach to work
+ Strong problem-solving skills
+ A creative and innovative approach to work
+ Excellent interpersonal skills
+ The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines
+ Excellent attention to details and accuracy
+ A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment
+ Strong numerical skills
+ Excellent Microsoft Office skills
**Please note MUFG operate a hybrid working model with 3 days per week in the office**
We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.
MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.
We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.
At MUFG, our colleagues are our greatest assets. Our Culture Principles provide a roadmap for how each of our colleagues must think and act to become more client-obsessed, inclusive and innovative. They reflect who we are, who we want to be and what we expect from one another. We are excited to see you take the next step in exploring a career with us and encourage you to spend more time reviewing them!
**Our Culture Principles**
+ Client Centric
+ People Focused
+ Listen Up. Speak Up.
+ Innovate & Simplify
+ Own & Execute
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Director of Strategic Planning
OX1 1AA Oxford, South East
£90000 Annually
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Our client, a renowned academic institution in Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK , is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Director of Strategic Planning. This high-level position is responsible for shaping and driving the institution's long-term strategic vision, facilitating organizational growth, and ensuring alignment across all departments. The successful candidate will possess exceptional analytical, leadership, and communication skills to guide complex planning processes in a dynamic environment. This is a remote-first role, emphasizing collaboration and strategic thinking regardless of physical location.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and monitor the institution's strategic plan, working closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders.
- Conduct comprehensive environmental scans, market analyses, and competitive intelligence gathering to inform strategic decision-making.
- Facilitate strategic planning workshops, retreats, and discussions across various levels of the organization.
- Translate strategic goals into actionable operational plans and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Oversee the strategic resource allocation process and ensure alignment with institutional priorities.
- Monitor progress against strategic objectives and provide regular reports to the board and executive team.
- Identify emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges relevant to the institution's mission.
- Foster a culture of strategic thinking and innovation throughout the organization.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Advise on organizational design and change management initiatives to support strategic execution.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Public Policy, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic planning, organizational development, or a related senior leadership role.
- Proven ability to develop and execute complex strategic plans in large organizations, preferably within higher education or research institutions.
- Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating high-level discussions and achieving consensus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Experience in data analysis and performance measurement.
- Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
- A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing modern academic institutions.
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Director of Strategic Planning
NR2 2 Norwich, Eastern
£90000 Annually
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Our client, a forward-thinking organization in **Norwich, Norfolk, UK**, is searching for an accomplished Director of Strategic Planning to shape and execute its long-term vision. This executive position demands a visionary leader with exceptional analytical and strategic thinking capabilities. You will be instrumental in defining the company’s strategic direction, identifying new growth opportunities, and developing actionable plans to achieve organizational objectives. Responsibilities include conducting market research and competitive analysis, assessing internal capabilities, and formulating strategies for market penetration, product development, and operational excellence. You will work closely with senior leadership across all departments to ensure alignment and drive successful implementation of strategic initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of business dynamics, financial modeling, and change management. The ability to foster innovation and cultivate a culture of strategic execution is paramount.
Key responsibilities include:
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and articulating the company's overall strategic vision and long-range plans.
- Leading the annual strategic planning process, including goal setting and KPI development.
- Conducting in-depth market, industry, and competitor analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
- Evaluating potential mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and other strategic alliances.
- Translating strategic plans into actionable initiatives and roadmaps for various business units.
- Monitoring the execution of strategic initiatives and reporting on progress to the executive team and board.
- Facilitating strategic workshops and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Identifying and mitigating strategic risks.
- Championing a culture of continuous improvement and strategic thinking throughout the organization.
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