Business Strategist for Global Operations

1 month ago

Hounslow, Greater London, United Kingdom Travelex Deutschland Gmbh Full time

Job Title: Business Strategist for Global Operations

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Business Strategist for Global Operations to join our team in Heathrow Airport (LHR). As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in driving business performance and delivering strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Alignment:
    • Partner with senior leaders to develop and implement strategic plans that align with business goals.
    • Analyze industry trends, market conditions, and internal data in all people-related matters to provide actionable insights that shape business strategy.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment on business priorities and initiatives.
    • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure effective execution of business strategies.
    • Represent the needs and perspectives of the business to functional teams.
  • Performance Optimization:
    • Monitor people and business performance metrics and provide strategic input to improve operational efficiency, effectiveness, and engagement.
    • Collaborate with functional teams to identify bottlenecks, solve complex business problems, and drive continuous improvement efforts.
    • Support organizational change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new strategies and processes.
  • Project Management:
    • Lead and manage strategic projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
    • Oversee the implementation of business initiatives, ensuring that all milestones are met and stakeholders are kept informed.
    • Provide regular updates on project progress, risks, and outcomes to senior management.
  • Financial and Operational Analysis:
    • Analyze people performance and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
    • Work with finance and recruitment teams to proactively identify resourcing needs in good time, aligned to business requirements/seasonal trends.
    • Assist in budget planning and resource allocation to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
  • Change Management:
    • Drive the adoption of strategic initiatives across the organization by working with leaders to manage change effectively.
    • Support talent management, organizational development, and succession strategies in alignment with business needs.
  • Employee Relations:
    • Collaborate with the Shared Services Business Partner to develop and implement strategic employee relations initiatives.
    • Act as a point of escalation in relevant cases, as requested by the Shared Services Business Partner.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Education: CIPD qualified
  • Experience:
    • 5+ years of experience in a strategic business partner role or similar, with a proven track record of driving business performance and delivering strategic initiatives.
    • Experience working with senior leadership teams, managing cross-functional projects, and providing data-driven business insights.
    • Experience in Workday an advantage.
  • Skills:
    • Strong understanding of business operations, financial principles, and market dynamics.
    • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable strategies.
    • Project management experience with the ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously.
    • Proficiency in business intelligence tools, financial analysis, and performance measurement.
    • Strong skill set with Microsoft Office packages.
    • Adaptability and flexibility in responding to changing business needs.

Salary and Benefits

The estimated salary for this position is £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, pension scheme, and paid annual leave.

About Us

Travelex Deutschland GmbH has grown to become one of the market-leading specialist providers of foreign exchange products, solutions, and services. We have developed a growing network of over 900 ATMs and more than 1,100 stores in some of the world's top international airports and in major transport hubs, premium shopping malls, high street locations, supermarkets, and city centres. Our commitment to innovation has never been greater, with the development of a number of digital-first, greenfield products and services. We are focused on making our customers' lives simpler, more engaging, and hassle-free while they travel or move money abroad. Customer centricity and digital are at the heart of our business strategy. We promise to give our customers the freedom and peace of mind to explore the world, their way – enabling them to travel confidently because they know they have us to lean on.

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