Role Purpose
The Senior Manager / Manager, Strategy & Operations supports the development and execution of Group-wide strategic initiatives, corporate transformation programmes and operational excellence initiatives.
Working closely with EXCO, Business Line CEOs and Corporate Functions, the role is responsible for driving strategic planning, coordinating cross-functional programmes, monitoring execution and delivering high-impact outcomes across the Group.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Business Development
- Support the development and execution of the Group's strategic priorities and business plans.
- Conduct market research, competitive benchmarking and strategic assessments to support decision-making.
- Develop business cases, financial analyses and recommendations for strategic initiatives, investments and growth opportunities.
Strategy Execution & Transformation
- Lead and support enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, including AI, portfolio optimisation, operating model transformation, productivity improvement and business performance enhancement.
- Coordinate cross-functional workstreams and monitor programme delivery.
- Drive implementation of strategic initiatives across Business Lines and Corporate Functions.
Performance Management
- Monitor strategic KPIs and business performance against agreed targets.
- Develop management dashboards and reports for EXCO and the Board.
- Identify implementation risks and recommend corrective actions to improve execution.
Corporate Governance
- Prepare Board, EXCO and senior management papers, presentations and briefing materials.
- Coordinate strategic reviews, workshops and governance meetings.
- Track key decisions, action items and implementation progress.
Stakeholder Management
- Partner with Business Line CEOs, Corporate Functions and external stakeholders to deliver strategic priorities.
- Facilitate cross-functional discussions and build alignment across the organisation.
- Support senior leadership in driving enterprise-wide initiatives and organisational change.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Economics or a related discipline.
- Manager: 5–8 years relevant experience in Strategy, Consulting, Corporate Development, Business Transformation or Project Management.
- Senior Manager: 8–12 years relevant experience with demonstrated leadership in enterprise-wide strategic initiatives and transformation programmes.
- Strong analytical, commercial and financial acumen.
- Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong project and programme management capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple strategic priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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