Strategy Manager

Roles and responsibilities

• Lead a team of strategy professionals and external advisors, overseeing the development of data-driven insights and strategic recommendations.
• Create robust frameworks for strategic analyses, including market trend assessments and opportunity evaluation.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse teams to identify and implement optimal solutions to strategic challenges.
• Communicate strategic insights and recommendations clearly and persuasively to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and ethical conduct within the strategy team, promoting professional growth and alignment with organisational values.
  
  

The Successful Applicant

• Master's in Business Administration (MBA) or related field with a focus on strategic management.
• 7+ years of experience in strategic planning, management consulting, private equity, investment banking, or commercial finance with 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability to formulate and execute strategic plans, analyse market trends, and make informed decisions.
• Deep understanding of financial analysis, modelling, and deal structuring.
• Ability to guide the organisation through strategic transitions and ensure a smooth transition process.

• Project Management

• Execution Focus: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery of strategic initiatives.
• Performance Metrics: Skills in setting and monitoring KPIs to assess progress and impact of strategies.

• Financial Acumen

• Budgeting and Forecasting: Understanding of financial principles to develop budgets and financial forecasts that align with strategic goals.
• Cost-Benefit Analysis: Ability to evaluate the financial implications of strategic decisions.

Desired candidate profile

A Strategy Senior Manager plays a pivotal role in guiding an organization's strategic direction and ensuring effective execution of its business objectives. Here are key skills and attributes essential for this role:

Strategic Thinking

1. Market Analysis: Ability to analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and industry dynamics to identify opportunities and threats.
2. Long-term Vision: Capacity to develop and communicate a compelling vision for the future of the organization.

Leadership Skills

1. Team Leadership: Proficient in leading cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and driving alignment towards strategic goals.
2. Change Management: Skills in guiding organizations through transformation and managing resistance to change.

Analytical Skills

1. Data Analysis: Strong capability in interpreting complex data sets to inform strategic decisions.
2. Problem Solving: Ability to identify challenges and develop innovative solutions.

Communication Skills

1. Presentation Skills: Expertise in creating and delivering compelling presentations to stakeholders at all levels, including executives and board members.
2. Influencing: Ability to persuade and influence others to support strategic initiatives.

Project Management

1. Execution Focus: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery of strategic initiatives.
2. Performance Metrics: Skills in setting and monitoring KPIs to assess progress and impact of strategies.

Financial Acumen

1. Budgeting and Forecasting: Understanding of financial principles to develop budgets and financial forecasts that align with strategic goals.
2. Cost-Benefit Analysis: Ability to evaluate the financial implications of strategic decisions.