Senior Manager

This role sits within the Change and Planning directorate which was established in The Directorate works in partnership with stakeholders across the bank to deliver the Bank's strategic priorities through effective strategic planning and prioritisation, portfolio planning and assurance, and the successful delivery of change initiatives.   This is an exciting area of the Bank which you, alongside other members of the management team,  will play a key role in shaping; your role will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth running of the of the Change and Planning directorate.  

Job Description 

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Manager – Performance and Evaluation to join our new strategic planning team.  In this role, you will collaborate closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to develop and implement a consistent approach to performance management and evaluation to inform the Bank's strategy and optimal use of resources, evidencing the delivery of value for money. The ideal candidate will have excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach, strong analytical skills and a passion for problem-solving, and the ability to think critically and creatively about business challenges. You will be instrumental in leading and building this team and helping the organisation to mature its approach,  identifying opportunities and informing and supporting strategic decision-making at all levels of the organisation.    

You will be accountable for a range of activities including: 

• Performance Management and Evaluation: Develop, execute and support others in the delivery, execution and continuous improvement of a refreshed and consistent performance framework which supports development of meaningful outcome indicators and KPI, and ultimately supports others in the execution of the Bank's strategic priorities 
• Leadership and Management: you will be part of the senior team in Strategic Planning, building a high-performing team which operates in a supportive and collaborative manner 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with a varied range of individuals including Governors, EDs, COOs and staff more broadly in Directorates to align business goals and ensure seamless execution of strategic projects. 
• Design & implement strategic frameworks: Work with others to develop and embed strategic frameworks to support the Bank's prioritisation and strategy development.  
• Strategic Recommendations: Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership based on research findings, performance analysis, and market trends. 
• Comms and engagement: Delivering proactive strategic communications and ensuring the Bank is engaged. 
• Change and Planning Communications: Ensuring the directorate is proactively engaged in specific change and planning and wider bank initiatives. 
• Stakeholder management and engagement: Working closely with key stakeholders such as C&P SLT, Finance, Communications, and Risk to ensure a joined up and holistic approach  

This is a people management role. You will be responsible for day to day management of the team and for defining roles and responsibilities. You will develop your team through sharing information effectively, coaching and communicating a clear vision to ensure that your staff are productive, engaged and motivated to deliver the area's aims. This will include setting clear goals and smart stretching objectives that are aligned to those of the team, division and directorate. You will also be responsible for managing all staff-related matters that may arise including performance, absence and sickness.

Number of direct reports: minimum 2 

Role Requirements

Minimum Criteria  

• Demonstrable experience at a senior level in strategy, strategic planning, business analysis, or a related role 
• Demonstrable experience in developing organisational performance frameworks, setting clear outcomes and success measures/KPIs
• Proven experience in introducing performance frameworks into organisations, and helping staff understand the value, and buy into, the approach 
• Experience in analysing performance information to identify clear, actionable insights for senior leaders 
• Good understanding of different approaches to evaluation and performance measurement 
• Keen ability to join the dots from across different fora and distil into coherent and simple propositions 
• Exceptional influencing, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise, and engaging manner 
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders 
• Highly resilient and comfortable working with change and ambiguity 

Essential Criteria

• Ability to think strategically and execute tactically in a fast-paced environment 
• Strong leadership and staff management skills, having previously run a team going through change 
• Experience managing complex projects or programmes of work with a diverse range of stakeholders 
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills 

Desirable Criteria 

• Experience working in strategic consulting, in-house strategy teams or in a fast-growing, dynamic company. 
• Understanding of the key organisational constraints and challenges impacting central banks and similar organisations 
• Knowledge of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive intelligence. 

Our Approach to Inclusion

The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. 

At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public.

We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed.

For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month.  Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders.

Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the 'Candidate Personal Information' under the 'Disability Confident Scheme' section of the application.

Salary and Benefits Information

We encourage flexible working, part time working and job share arrangements.  Part time salary and benefits will be on a pro-rated basis as appropriate.

This role offers a salary of circa £81,600 - £91,000 (Leeds based) or £90,640 - £100,000 (London based) .  In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below:

• Currently a non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/80th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/65th) or decrease (to 1/105th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year.  The Bank has the discretion to vary standard accrual rates and dial up and dial down rates at any time and to withdraw dial up and dial down options at any time.
• A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool.
• An 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits.  
• 26 days' annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits. 
• Private medical insurance and income protection.

National Security Vetting Process

Employment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy.  Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank's Privacy Notice.

The Bank of England welcomes applications from all candidates, but as a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approved sponsor, we have a responsibility to comply with the Immigration Rules and guidance.  As such, our ability to employ individuals who require sponsorship for immigration purposes is limited.  The Bank cannot guarantee that you and / or the role you are applying for will be eligible for sponsorship and that any application made to UKVI will be successful.  Eligibility will therefore be considered on a case by case basis.

The Application Process

Important: Please ensure that you complete the 'work history' section and answer ALL the application questions fully. All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It's therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process.

The assessment process will comprise of two interview stages. 

This role closes on 4th Jan 2026

Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed.