Strategy Adviser

Salary: 57400Closing date: Thursday 23 October 2025Contract type: PermanentInterview dates: w/c 17th NovemberThe Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science leading policy and advocacy campaigns and building partnerships.We plan to spend 16bn over the next ten years funding new discoveries in life health and wellbeing and taking on three global health challenges: mental health infectious disease and climate and health.These challenges need the bold science we support but they wont be solved by science alone.We are looking for a Strategy Adviser to join our team.Where in Wellcome will I be workingYou will be working in the Strategy Development and Impact team within the Strategy Department reporting to the Strategy Lead.In this role you will work with Strategy Managers reporting to a Strategy Lead to and help develop Wellcomes strategy function enabling teams to apply strategic focus in a dynamic environment to achieve Wellcomes vision of addressing urgent global health challenges.The Strategy Development and Impact team is a central nexus for ensuring the organisations resources processes and activities are aligned to deliver Wellcomes mission and strategy. The team plays a crucial role in developing Wellcomes strategy related programmes and initiatives and monitoring organisational impact.What will I be doingYou will collaborate on strategy development projects that shape our future impact. Youll engage in research analysis and create inclusive clear and impact-focused strategies. By integrating data and collaborating with diverse teams youll synthesise perspectives deliver creative workshops and create clear well-argued recommendations that inform decision-making and supports Wellcomes mission. This role is a great opportunity to build relationships contribute to a diverse culture and be an expert voice in strategic discussionsAs a Strategy Adviser you will:Work on strategy development projects utilising a variety of techniques to create inclusive impact-focused strategies.Conduct research and engage with experts to inform strategic direction and communicate insights across diverse audiences.Apply critical thinking to analyse inputs and develop well-argued recommendations to work towards Wellcomes strategic impact.Plan and deliver workshops and forums on cross-cutting topics collaborating with teams to create engaging strategic narratives.Manage small projects coordinating contributions communications and documentation to build awareness and support within Wellcome.Foster relationships with stakeholders ensure adherence to compliance policies and contribute to a diverse and inclusive organisational culture.Is this job for meThis role is ideal if you have expertise in strategy development facilitation and project management coupled with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Youll thrive if you can generate innovative ideas analyse complex systems and produce clear recommendations while maintaining a keen interest in scientific research global health and policy matters relevant to Wellcome.To apply for this role please submit an update CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.Minimum Criteria:Experience applying a variety of strategy development techniques and familiarity with outcome focused/impact frameworks (e.g. Theory of Change) to help with the creation of outcome focused strategiesSkilled facilitator able to convene and structure the work of multidisciplinary groups to investigate problems and find answers to questionsExperience in generating new ideas developing analysis and producing clear well-argued recommendationsExperience of characterising complex systems or problems identifying key considerations for a given issue developing options for solutions and creating recommendations with appropriate evidenceExperience in planning managing and delivering small projects/tasks that are strategically importantYou can view the full job description on our websiteYou can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of WorkingWe understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment in which people can perform at their best.At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office.Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we doDiversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome. We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term visit our websitefor more information on adjustments and accessibility or contact us at.#LI-CD1#LI-HybridRequired Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Marketing,Data Visualization,Tableau,Customer Segmentation,Microsoft Powerpoint,Investment Banking,Strategic Planning,Financial Modeling,Customer relationship management,Management Consulting,Google Suite,Analytics Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1