Strategic Planning Specialist

1 day ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Royal Mail Group Full time

About Royal Mail Group

We are a leading postal and delivery service provider, serving our communities for over 500 years. We are currently innovating and transforming our business for the future, and to get there, we need exceptionally talented, resilient, and driven people.

Our mission is to provide reliable, efficient, and cost-effective services that meet the needs of our customers and stakeholders. We are committed to delivering excellent customer experiences and building strong relationships with our partners and suppliers.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Planning Specialist to join our Strategic Planning team. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership to define and review our corporate strategy, drive analysis around key market/competitor changes, identify value creation opportunities, and support the delivery of strategically important projects across the business.

The ideal candidate will have significant drive to manage large and complex projects with autonomy, using senior stakeholder and relationship management skills. They will also possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate financial impact and develop strategic recommendations.

Main Responsibilities

  • Strategic Planning and Execution: Work in a small, dynamic team within the Strategic Planning and CEO Office, with direct interface into the CEO and excellent opportunities for professional growth and development. Track and evaluate the progress of strategic projects, making changes as needed to stay aligned with company goals.
  • Quantitative and Economic Analysis: Evaluate the financial impact of strategic initiatives and operational improvements through detailed quantitative and economic analysis. Develop and use financial models and forecasting tools to support strategic planning and decision-making. Analyze economic trends, market data, and financial metrics to provide insights and recommendations for strategic adjustments.
  • Market and Competitive Analysis: Provide strategic insights and recommendations based on market and competitive analysis to inform decision-making.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

  • A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, or a related field.
  • Proven track record of managing large and complex projects with autonomy, using senior stakeholder and relationship management skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate financial impact and develop strategic recommendations.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £70,000 - £90,000 per annum, depending on experience. You will also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Enhanced maternity pay, paternity leave, adoption leave, and shared parental leave.
  • Discounts and offers on groceries, days out, holidays, and household bills.
  • Sick pay and a generous company pension scheme.
  • 24/7 access to services and tools to support your physical and mental health, financial well-being, and social connections.

What's Next?

The next stage of the selection process will be a face-to-face or virtual interview consisting of competency-based and role-specific questions. We are proud of our diverse employee network groups and the active role they play to support belonging and encourage a positive work environment. We are firmly committed to inclusion and passionate about our people representing the communities we serve.

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