238 Corporate Strategy jobs in the United Kingdom
Corporate Strategy Director
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Corporate Strategy Director
Location: London
Education
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We are partnering with a leader in the UK higher education and professional training sector, empowering people worldwide to build and transform their careers. They are seeking a Corporate Strategy Director to play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the organisation’s corporate strategic agenda and value creation plan. The successful candidate will lead high-impact projects across the organisation, working closely with the executive leadership team to support the design, execution, and monitoring of the corporate-level strategic plan.
This role provides analytical, research, and programmatic support for corporate-level and business unit strategic initiatives, driving clarity, alignment, and execution excellence across the organisation. It offers the opportunity to shape the long-term direction while delivering immediate value through targeted, high-profile projects.
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with proven ability to work in an agile manner in a fast-paced environment, both independently and collaboratively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the development and implementation of the corporate strategic plan in partnership with the executive team.
- Translate strategic priorities into actionable initiatives, ensuring alignment across the group and business units.
- Provide in-depth analysis of industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics to inform decision-making.
- Conduct financial modelling, scenario planning, and business case development for key initiatives.
- Deliver bespoke research and analysis to support executive and board-level discussions.
- Lead and coordinate high-impact, cross-functional strategic projects that span multiple business units.
- Drive clarity of scope, ensure alignment of outcomes, and support execution against strategic objectives.
- Manage timelines, risks, and progress reporting for key initiatives.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with senior stakeholders across the organisation.
- Collaborate with functional teams to gain buy-in and ensure delivery of recommendations.
- Provide support for external engagements, including strategic partnerships and potential corporate development opportunities.
- Support due diligence and assessment of strategic synergies for potential partnerships or acquisitions.
- Work with integration teams on relevant strategic topics related to post-merger integration processes.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in strategic planning, execution, and project management at the corporate level.
- Experience in strategy consulting or within a corporate strategy function.
- Exposure to education, professional services, digital transformation, technology, or knowledge-based industries is advantageous.
- Strong financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Track record of delivering strategic projects in areas such as growth strategies, internationalisation, digital transformation, and value creation.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders.
- Self-motivated and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven track record in driving complex operational strategy projects such as operating model creation, business transformation, and related strategic initiatives.
Corporate Strategy Director
Posted today
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Job Description
Corporate Strategy Director
Location: London
Education
Competitive Package
We are partnering with a leader in the UK higher education and professional training sector, empowering people worldwide to build and transform their careers. They are seeking a Corporate Strategy Director to play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the organisation’s corporate strategic agenda and value creation plan. The successful candidate will lead high-impact projects across the organisation, working closely with the executive leadership team to support the design, execution, and monitoring of the corporate-level strategic plan.
This role provides analytical, research, and programmatic support for corporate-level and business unit strategic initiatives, driving clarity, alignment, and execution excellence across the organisation. It offers the opportunity to shape the long-term direction while delivering immediate value through targeted, high-profile projects.
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with proven ability to work in an agile manner in a fast-paced environment, both independently and collaboratively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the development and implementation of the corporate strategic plan in partnership with the executive team.
- Translate strategic priorities into actionable initiatives, ensuring alignment across the group and business units.
- Provide in-depth analysis of industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics to inform decision-making.
- Conduct financial modelling, scenario planning, and business case development for key initiatives.
- Deliver bespoke research and analysis to support executive and board-level discussions.
- Lead and coordinate high-impact, cross-functional strategic projects that span multiple business units.
- Drive clarity of scope, ensure alignment of outcomes, and support execution against strategic objectives.
- Manage timelines, risks, and progress reporting for key initiatives.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with senior stakeholders across the organisation.
- Collaborate with functional teams to gain buy-in and ensure delivery of recommendations.
- Provide support for external engagements, including strategic partnerships and potential corporate development opportunities.
- Support due diligence and assessment of strategic synergies for potential partnerships or acquisitions.
- Work with integration teams on relevant strategic topics related to post-merger integration processes.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in strategic planning, execution, and project management at the corporate level.
- Experience in strategy consulting or within a corporate strategy function.
- Exposure to education, professional services, digital transformation, technology, or knowledge-based industries is advantageous.
- Strong financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Track record of delivering strategic projects in areas such as growth strategies, internationalisation, digital transformation, and value creation.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders.
- Self-motivated and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven track record in driving complex operational strategy projects such as operating model creation, business transformation, and related strategic initiatives.
Corporate Strategy Director
Posted today
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Job Description
Corporate Strategy Director
Location: London
Education
Competitive Package
We are partnering with a leader in the UK higher education and professional training sector, empowering people worldwide to build and transform their careers. They are seeking a Corporate Strategy Director to play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the organisation’s corporate strategic agenda and value creation plan. The successful candidate will lead high-impact projects across the organisation, working closely with the executive leadership team to support the design, execution, and monitoring of the corporate-level strategic plan.
This role provides analytical, research, and programmatic support for corporate-level and business unit strategic initiatives, driving clarity, alignment, and execution excellence across the organisation. It offers the opportunity to shape the long-term direction while delivering immediate value through targeted, high-profile projects.
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with proven ability to work in an agile manner in a fast-paced environment, both independently and collaboratively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the development and implementation of the corporate strategic plan in partnership with the executive team.
- Translate strategic priorities into actionable initiatives, ensuring alignment across the group and business units.
- Provide in-depth analysis of industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics to inform decision-making.
- Conduct financial modelling, scenario planning, and business case development for key initiatives.
- Deliver bespoke research and analysis to support executive and board-level discussions.
- Lead and coordinate high-impact, cross-functional strategic projects that span multiple business units.
- Drive clarity of scope, ensure alignment of outcomes, and support execution against strategic objectives.
- Manage timelines, risks, and progress reporting for key initiatives.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with senior stakeholders across the organisation.
- Collaborate with functional teams to gain buy-in and ensure delivery of recommendations.
- Provide support for external engagements, including strategic partnerships and potential corporate development opportunities.
- Support due diligence and assessment of strategic synergies for potential partnerships or acquisitions.
- Work with integration teams on relevant strategic topics related to post-merger integration processes.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in strategic planning, execution, and project management at the corporate level.
- Experience in strategy consulting or within a corporate strategy function.
- Exposure to education, professional services, digital transformation, technology, or knowledge-based industries is advantageous.
- Strong financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Track record of delivering strategic projects in areas such as growth strategies, internationalisation, digital transformation, and value creation.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders.
- Self-motivated and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven track record in driving complex operational strategy projects such as operating model creation, business transformation, and related strategic initiatives.
Corporate Strategy Director
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
Corporate Strategy Director
Location: London
Education
Competitive Package
We are partnering with a leader in the UK higher education and professional training sector, empowering people worldwide to build and transform their careers. They are seeking a Corporate Strategy Director to play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the organisation’s corporate strategic agenda and value creation plan. The successful candidate will lead high-impact projects across the organisation, working closely with the executive leadership team to support the design, execution, and monitoring of the corporate-level strategic plan.
This role provides analytical, research, and programmatic support for corporate-level and business unit strategic initiatives, driving clarity, alignment, and execution excellence across the organisation. It offers the opportunity to shape the long-term direction while delivering immediate value through targeted, high-profile projects.
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with proven ability to work in an agile manner in a fast-paced environment, both independently and collaboratively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the development and implementation of the corporate strategic plan in partnership with the executive team.
- Translate strategic priorities into actionable initiatives, ensuring alignment across the group and business units.
- Provide in-depth analysis of industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics to inform decision-making.
- Conduct financial modelling, scenario planning, and business case development for key initiatives.
- Deliver bespoke research and analysis to support executive and board-level discussions.
- Lead and coordinate high-impact, cross-functional strategic projects that span multiple business units.
- Drive clarity of scope, ensure alignment of outcomes, and support execution against strategic objectives.
- Manage timelines, risks, and progress reporting for key initiatives.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with senior stakeholders across the organisation.
- Collaborate with functional teams to gain buy-in and ensure delivery of recommendations.
- Provide support for external engagements, including strategic partnerships and potential corporate development opportunities.
- Support due diligence and assessment of strategic synergies for potential partnerships or acquisitions.
- Work with integration teams on relevant strategic topics related to post-merger integration processes.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in strategic planning, execution, and project management at the corporate level.
- Experience in strategy consulting or within a corporate strategy function.
- Exposure to education, professional services, digital transformation, technology, or knowledge-based industries is advantageous.
- Strong financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Track record of delivering strategic projects in areas such as growth strategies, internationalisation, digital transformation, and value creation.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders.
- Self-motivated and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven track record in driving complex operational strategy projects such as operating model creation, business transformation, and related strategic initiatives.
Director of Corporate Strategy
Posted 19 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement the company's long-term strategic plan.
- Conduct comprehensive market and competitive landscape analysis.
- Identify and evaluate new business opportunities and strategic partnerships.
- Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to set strategic priorities and objectives.
- Monitor and report on the execution of strategic initiatives and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Lead and mentor the corporate strategy team.
- Drive strategic alignment across all departments and business units.
- Facilitate strategic planning processes and workshops.
- Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to senior management.
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate strategy, strategic planning, or strategic consulting.
- Proven track record of developing and successfully executing complex strategic initiatives.
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in corporate development, M&A, or business development is a plus.
- Ability to think critically and strategically.
- Experience working in a hybrid work environment.
- Proficiency in business strategy frameworks and methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.
Director of Corporate Strategy & Development
Posted 1 day ago
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Your responsibilities will include conducting in-depth market research and competitive analysis, identifying potential strategic partnerships and acquisition targets, and leading due diligence processes. You will develop comprehensive business cases for new ventures and strategic investments, and collaborate with various departments to ensure successful implementation of growth strategies. The ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, partners, and industry experts, is essential. You will be responsible for refining our corporate strategy, translating it into concrete plans, and monitoring performance against strategic objectives. Strong financial acumen, analytical capabilities, and excellent communication skills are paramount.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and refine the company's overall corporate strategy and long-term vision.
- Identify and evaluate strategic growth opportunities, including new markets, product development, and potential acquisitions.
- Lead market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend assessments.
- Manage the M&A process, from target identification and valuation to due diligence and deal negotiation.
- Develop compelling business cases and financial models for strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate with business unit leaders to ensure alignment and execution of strategic plans.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including investment banks, legal advisors, and potential partners.
- Monitor key performance indicators and report on the progress of strategic initiatives to the executive team.
- Drive innovation and foster a strategic mindset throughout the organisation.
- Advise executive leadership on strategic decisions and emerging market dynamics.
Qualifications:
- MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in corporate strategy, business development, investment banking, or management consulting, with a focus on strategy development and execution.
- Proven track record of identifying and executing successful growth strategies, including M&A transactions.
- Strong financial analysis, modelling, and valuation skills.
- Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
- Experience working with C-suite executives and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change within an organisation.
- Deep understanding of various industry sectors and global market dynamics.
Senior Communications Manager - Corporate Strategy
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities include developing strategic communication plans, managing media inquiries, cultivating relationships with key journalists and influencers, and overseeing the creation of engaging content for various channels. You will also be responsible for measuring the effectiveness of communication campaigns and reporting on key performance indicators. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in corporate communications, public relations, or a related field, with a strong understanding of media landscapes and communication best practices. Excellent writing, editing, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to think strategically and act decisively. Experience in developing and implementing crisis communication plans is highly desirable. A degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field is required. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the public perception and internal engagement of a respected organization. This position is based in Leicester, Leicestershire, UK .
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Senior Financial Analyst - Corporate Strategy
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and valuation.
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including performance reviews, variance analysis, and trend identification.
- Support strategic initiatives such as M&A, investments, and new business ventures.
- Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for senior management and the board.
- Analyze market trends and competitive landscape to inform strategic planning.
- Provide financial guidance and support to various business units.
- Evaluate the financial viability of potential projects and strategic opportunities.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory changes.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Professional certification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA) or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience as a Financial Analyst, preferably in corporate finance or strategy.
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and presentation software.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation abilities.
- Familiarity with financial markets and investment analysis.
- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
Head of Corporate Strategy & Development
Posted 9 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and articulate the company's overarching corporate strategy, aligning it with market trends and business objectives.
- Lead the identification, evaluation, and execution of strategic growth opportunities, including M&A, partnerships, and new market entries.
- Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to refine and implement strategic initiatives.
- Develop robust business cases and investment recommendations for strategic projects.
- Manage the strategic planning process, including annual strategy reviews and long-term roadmap development.
- Oversee due diligence processes for potential acquisitions and partnerships.
- Identify and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to strategic execution and business growth.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, advisors, and potential partners.
- Provide strategic guidance and thought leadership across the organization.
- Stay abreast of emerging industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes that may impact the business.
- Present strategic recommendations and progress reports to the board of directors and senior management.
- MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Strategy, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in corporate strategy, investment banking, private equity, or management consulting.
- Proven track record of successfully developing and executing complex strategic initiatives, including M&A transactions.
- Exceptional analytical, financial modeling, and quantitative skills.
- Demonstrated experience in market analysis, competitive intelligence, and business development.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Proficiency in strategic frameworks and planning methodologies.
- Experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving collaboration in a remote environment.
- Excellent presentation skills and ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
- Global business perspective and experience in international markets is a significant advantage.
- High level of integrity and discretion.
Analyst, Corporate Strategy Market & Competitive Intelligence
Posted 8 days ago
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**Job Title:** Analyst, Corporate Strategy Market and Competitive Intelligence
**Location:** London, UK - Hybrid (50% of working time at the office)
**Employment Type:** Full-time permanent
**The job**
The Corporate Strategy & Planning team plays a central role in driving AVEVA's growth by developing and guiding the overall direction and success of our organisation. The team's primary purpose is to develop strategies, conduct business analysis for executive decisions, and operationalise mechanisms that help AVEVA to achieve our long-term objectives.
We are seeking a strategic and analytical Market and Competitive Intelligence Analyst to join our team and drive our intelligence initiatives.
**Key responsibilities**
You will be gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing competitive intelligence to inform strategic business decisions and maintain our competitive advantage in the marketplace.
Intelligence gathering and analysis
+ Conduct comprehensive competitive landscape assessments and market research
+ Monitor competitor activities, technology launches, go-to-market approach, pricing strategies, and market positioning
+ Analyze competitor financial performance, organizational changes, partnerships, acquisitions, divestures and strategic initiatives
+ Track industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies that impact competitive landscape
+ Examine data to identify patterns, trends, and strategic implications
Strategic insights and reporting
+ Build comprehensive profiles for each major market player, refreshed annually
+ Support Quarterly Competitive Benchmark including competitive analysis reports and executive briefings
+ Develop early warning systems for competitive threats and market disruptions
+ Support annual 5-year Strategic Planning with intelligence inputs
+ Support ad-hoc data requests approximately 3 - 5 per month
Cross-functional collaboration
+ Partner with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Strategy teams to leverage internal competitive insights, identify intelligence needs, and provide targeted support via the market and competitive intelligence community of practice
+ Collaborate with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure ethical intelligence gathering and sharing practices
+ Work with data analytics teams to leverage advanced analytics and AI tools for competitive insights
Intelligence program management
+ Contribute to market and competitive intelligence methodologies and best practices refinement
+ Respond to user inquiries and incorporate feedback to optimize intelligence tools and databases
+ Educate internal stakeholders on intelligence tools and insights
**Essential requirements**
+ 5+ years of experience in competitive intelligence, market research, or business analysis in an industrial B2B environment
+ Knowledge of research methodologies and statistical analysis
+ Experience with competitive intelligence tools and platforms (e.g., Alphasense, Crayon, Klue, Kompyte, SEMrush)
+ Familiarity with web scraping tools and automated monitoring systems
+ Proficient in business intelligence and Power BI visualization tools
+ High ethical standards and understanding of legal boundaries in intelligence gathering and sharing
+ Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
+ Strong written and presentation skills with attention to detail
+ Ability to work on multiple initiatives simultaneously and adapt successfully in a lean, fast-paced environment
+ Professional certification in competitive intelligence (e.g., SCIP, CIP)
+ Bachelor's degree in Business or related field
**The right candidate will have:**
+ Consultative approach to dive deeply into ambiguity, then rapidly frame and problem-solve.
+ Entrepreneurial temperament to roll up the sleeves and be resourceful as this is a lean team.
+ Demonstrated agility to work with geographically dispersed teams while managing dynamic and urgent issues.
**_Note:_** _2 redacted work samples required for submission, after candidate passes the 1st round of interviews._
Find out more: Benefits include:**
Flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, education assistance program.
It's possible we're hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive.
Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/benefits/
**Hybrid working**
By default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote.
**Hiring process**
Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process.
Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process
**About AVEVA**
AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life - such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals - safely, efficiently, and more sustainably.
We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/
Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/
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AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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