Group Strategy Director

Job Location: Woolpit

Salary: Competitive

Contract type: Permanent

Posting End Date: 14/11/2025

At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years.

We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best – ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.

We are looking for
Group Strategy Director
who would like to help us reach our mission to "earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service".

Purpose of this role
As the Group Director of Strategy at BUUK, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the company. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify the strategic priorities that will continue to maintain our position as number 1 in our core market(s) and deliver exceptional stakeholder value.

Your Key Responsibilities Are
Develop the overall deliberate strategic direction for the company, aligning it with the long-term vision, goals and objectives.

Lead the strategic planning process, including:

• Situational Analysis - conducting and/or commissioning external industry analysis and internal analysis
• Future scenario modelling – conducting and/or commissioning business impact analysis on various strategic choices/policy decisions
• Conduct and/or commission research and analysis to identify market trends, competitive landscape and emerging opportunities
• Creative swiping – conducting and/or commissioning research to draw on best practice from outside traditional competitive landscape to create additional stakeholder value from strategic priorities
• Identifying growth opportunities, and assessing for suitability, feasibility and acceptability to key stakeholders

Clearly present findings and recommended strategies to the leadership team

Lead on strategy approval with shareholders and other key stakeholders alongside CEO and CFO

Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, driving the company's growth and competitiveness

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business related degree, eg finance, economics or statistics or a related field.

Experience/Knowledge
Significant experience in strategy development, transformation, or related roles.

Financial and business acumen.

Translating complex data into actionable strategies.

Knowledge of and ability to apply strategy development frameworks.

Abilities/Skills
Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.

Ability to gain in-depth knowledge of the utilities industry.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

Strong leadership and team management abilities, with the capacity to motivate and inspire others.

Desirable
Masters in Business Administration or advanced degree.

Utilities market and industry understanding.

Experience with Product Development.

What Can You Expect From Us
Cost of living annual pay review

Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%

33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of £1000 (net of tax)

Hybrid working for eligible roles

Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations

BUUK has an award-winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.

Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options.

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