Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited is looking for a Senior Defence Strategy Analyst to join the BDUK Strategy team in London or Bristol. In this role you will lead research, analysis, and strategy development to guide business decisions across the enterprise. The position is highly visible, collaborative, and requires the ability to work independently and present insights to senior leaders.
Responsibilities
* Lead research, benchmarking, forecasting, and synthesis to inform strategic decisions.
* Drive enterprise, functional, and business‑unit integration of strategic decision analysis.
* Lead business‑case development in partnership with finance, program management, business development, and operational teams.
* Ensure strategies and recommended investments are included in the Long‑Range Business Plan.
* Support evaluation of market development, industry collaboration, acquisitions, and partnerships.
* Collaborate across functions to develop and deploy strategies that achieve business objectives.
* Lead and facilitate high‑level meetings on complex strategic topics to build alignment and drive decisions.
* Present and defend strategic insights and recommendations to senior leaders.
* Work onsite in the London or Bristol office for three days per week.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree
* 3+ years of experience performing strategy‑related work (e.g., market or competitive research and analysis, strategy development, facilitating strategic decisions).
* Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
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* Strong attention to detail with the ability to communicate analytic results clearly.
* Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 10–25% as required.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in industrial, defence, or aerospace sectors, especially aftermarket services for aerospace & defence.
* Knowledge of defence‑related technologies, industry markets, and competitive landscape.
* Knowledge of the UK Defence & Security landscape and key strategic interlocutors.
* Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
* Experience in market forecast and analysis.
* Experience developing long‑term strategies and serving as a strategic business partner to leadership teams.
* Prior consulting or corporate strategy experience.
* MBA or advanced degree in business, finance, strategy, or international studies preferred.
Education & Experience
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g., Bachelor) and 5+ years of related work experience is preferred.
Location & Work Arrangements
The role is based in London or Bristol; candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense. This position does not offer relocation assistance. Employment is contingent upon obtaining a United Kingdom Security Check and the ability to obtain a UK employment visa is required; the employer will not sponsor visa status.
Benefits
Competitive salary and annual incentive plans; continuous learning opportunities; inclusive culture; flexible work arrangements; pension plan with up to 10% employer contribution; medical benefits through BUPA; short‑term and long‑term sickness cover; life insurance; well‑being programs; and access to Boeing’s programmes for personal and career development.
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