Strategic Manager LPS Corporate Development

2 months ago


St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Liberty Global Full time
About the Role

We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager to join our Liberty Procurement Services (LPS) Corporate Strategy team in London, UK. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in shaping the strategic direction of LPS by supporting corporate planning, identifying growth opportunities, and driving development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and refine the LPS overall strategic plan, aligning it with business goals and objectives.
  • Collaborate with the LPS management team and broader Liberty Global/LFS SMEs to define the strategic direction and identify growth opportunities.
  • Identify and evaluate partnerships, acquisitions, and expansion opportunities to drive LPS growth.
  • Work closely with broader Liberty Global and LFS M&A/corporate development teams to assess market feasibility, perform due diligence, and develop partnership/acquisition plan models.
  • Programme manage the delivery of partnership creation, acquisitions, and other expansion opportunities.
  • Deliver LPS strategic projects, such as market feasibility, regulatory/compliance impact assessment, and operating model projects.
  • Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis on the procurement-as-a-service market to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and potential risks.
  • Stay up to date with industry developments, regulatory changes, and other anticipated changes that may impact LPS strategy.
  • Conduct competitive intelligence activities to monitor competitors' strategies, proposition offerings, pricing models, and market positioning.
  • Engage with key partners, both internal and external, to communicate the LPS strategic vision and progress and solicit feedback.
Requirements
  • PREFERRED EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS:
  • · Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree/qualification is desirable.
  • SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • · Proven experience gained in strategic consulting or other corporate strategy departments within the field of professional services or in a blue-chip in-house procurement group. Outsourcing experience highly desirable.
  • · Excellent knowledge of procurement services market dynamics, industry trends, and competitive landscape.
  • · Deep understanding and interest in procurement technology landscape and how this will change the future of procurement.
  • · Demonstrated track record of leading successful corporate initiatives.
  • · Outstanding communication and presentation skills, being able to effectively convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.
  • · High level of business intuition, with a broad understanding of procurement and financial principles and metrics.
  • · Proficiency in using analytical tools, market research techniques, financial modelling, and business case development.
  • · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
  • · Ability to deliver to tight timeframes.
  • · Experience operating in an international/multi-country/matrix environment.
What We Offer
  • 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more.
  • Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover, and dental insurance.
  • Matched pension contribution up to 10%.
  • Access to our car benefit scheme.
  • Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us.
  • The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced, and passionate team.
About Us

We're building Tomorrow's Connections Today, bringing people together through the power of our technology. Liberty Global is a world leader in converged broadband, video, and mobile communications and an active investor in cutting-edge infrastructure, content, and technology ventures.

We're creating national champions, combining the best broadband and mobile networks under brands such as Virgin Media-02 in the UK, VodafoneZiggo in The Netherlands, Telenet in Belgium, Sunrise in Switzerland, Virgin Media in Ireland, and UPC in Slovakia.

Liberty Global Ventures, our global investment arm, has a portfolio of more than 75 companies and funds across content, technology, and infrastructure, including strategic stakes in ITV, Univision, Plume, Lionsgate, and the Formula E racing series.

We're prioritising diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and communities, while reducing our impact on the environment. We are using technology as a force for good; for our people, our partners, and the planet.

Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. We're 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society. So we're keen to hear from candidates of all background and circumstances.



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