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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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• Lead the strategic planning process, including market analysis, competitive intelligence, and scenario planning.
• Develop and refine the organization's overall strategic vision, mission, and long-term objectives.
• Translate high-level strategy into actionable plans, roadmaps, and initiatives across different business units.
• Facilitate strategic workshops and discussions with senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Monitor the implementation of strategic initiatives, tracking progress against key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats in the market and provide strategic recommendations.
• Conduct financial analysis and modeling to support strategic decision-making and investment appraisal.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to ensure alignment of departmental plans with the overall corporate strategy.
• Develop and maintain frameworks for strategic planning and performance management.
• Communicate the strategic direction and progress to internal and external stakeholders.

• A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in strategic planning, corporate strategy, or a related consulting role, ideally within a corporate environment.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful business strategies.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of various business models, market dynamics, and competitive strategy frameworks.
• Excellent financial acumen and experience with financial modeling and analysis.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with C-suite executives.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and the ability to drive consensus and action.
• Proficiency in strategic planning tools and methodologies.
• An MBA or Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Experience in the specific industry sector of the organization is a significant advantage.

• Leading the formulation and refinement of the company's overall strategic vision, mission, and long-term goals.
• Developing comprehensive strategic plans, including market analysis, competitive intelligence, and scenario planning.
• Translating strategic initiatives into detailed operational plans with clear objectives, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Conducting in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify growth opportunities and potential threats.
• Monitoring industry trends, economic shifts, and technological advancements to inform strategic decision-making.
• Collaborating with departmental heads to ensure alignment of functional strategies with the overall corporate strategy.
• Developing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of strategic initiatives.
• Facilitating strategic planning workshops and discussions with the executive leadership team and board of directors.
• Overseeing the annual budgeting and forecasting process to align financial resources with strategic priorities.
• Identifying and evaluating potential mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and other strategic alliances.
• Communicating the strategic direction and progress to all levels of the organization.
• Managing the performance of the strategy team, fostering a culture of analytical rigor and innovation.
• Providing strategic guidance and support to new business ventures and product development initiatives.
• Ensuring that the organization's operations and culture support the achievement of strategic goals.

• Develop, implement, and oversee the company's strategic planning process.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and trend forecasting to identify opportunities and threats.
• Formulate long-term strategic objectives and actionable plans to achieve them.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and department heads to align strategies with business goals.
• Develop financial models and projections to support strategic initiatives.
• Monitor the implementation of strategic plans and assess their effectiveness, making adjustments as necessary.
• Identify potential mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and divestitures.
• Prepare comprehensive strategic reports and presentations for the board of directors and senior management.
• Drive innovation and identify new avenues for growth and market penetration.
• Ensure the organisation remains agile and responsive to changing market dynamics.
• Mentor and develop the strategic planning team.

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic planning, corporate development, or management consulting, with a proven track record of developing and implementing successful strategies.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Expertise in financial modeling, market analysis, and competitive intelligence.
• Excellent understanding of various business functions and how they integrate into a cohesive strategy.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing teams and driving cross-functional initiatives.
• Proficiency in business intelligence tools and strategic planning software.
• Ability to work independently and lead effectively in a remote environment.
• A global perspective and understanding of international business dynamics.

• Develop and implement long-term strategic plans and operational roadmaps.
• Oversee and optimize all aspects of organizational operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead cross-functional teams in strategic initiatives, project management, and business process improvement.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and internal performance data to identify opportunities and risks.
• Develop and manage the operational budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and resource optimization.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track progress against strategic goals.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across all operational areas.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, senior management, and external partners.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to operational teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and the board of directors.
• Manage change initiatives effectively, ensuring smooth transitions and employee buy-in.

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic planning, operations management, and leadership roles.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing complex business strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence and achieve significant business outcomes.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting and P&L management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing teams and projects in a hybrid work environment.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to think strategically and execute tactically.

• Act as a strategic HR advisor to business leaders, aligning HR strategy with business goals.
• Develop and implement comprehensive talent management and workforce planning strategies.
• Manage employee relations, including investigations and conflict resolution.
• Lead change management initiatives and support organisational design.
• Develop and deliver HR programmes such as performance management and succession planning.
• Foster a positive employee relations environment and promote company values.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on HR-related matters.
• Analyse HR data to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and HR best practices.
• Collaborate with specialist HR functions to deliver integrated solutions.

• CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience as an HR Business Partner or in a senior HR generalist role.
• Proven track record in strategic workforce planning and talent management.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience in managing complex employee relations issues.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and HR analytics.
• Ability to drive change and implement new HR initiatives.
• Experience working in a hybrid or dynamic organisational structure.
• Business acumen and a strategic mindset.