Senior Strategy Projects Manager
đź“Ť Edinburgh (Hybrid) | đź’Ľ ÂŁ95,000 - ÂŁ110,000 + up to 25% bonus | đź•“ Full-time, Permanent
About the Role - Reporting into an inspired CEO, the new senior strategy projects Manager will create and drive the formal strategic planning for the group, scoping and managing projects and research initiatives to ensure a successful delivery of strategic objectives.
This is a unique opportunity to shape corporate strategy, oversee strategic planning cycles, and evaluate new business opportunities—both organic and acquisition-led. You’ll bring commercial insight, creativity, and a hands-on approach to strategic execution in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment.
What You’ll Do
* Lead strategic planning processes, identifying growth opportunities and supporting business units in evaluating them.
* Head up the Strategic & Commercial Committee—owning agendas, insight preparation, and follow-up.
* Build and maintain a centralised view of business development activities across the company.
* Conduct competitive analysis, market research, and horizon scanning to identify emerging trends and strategic fits.
* Collaborate with finance and legal teams on modelling and analysis for deals and commercial ventures.
* Track strategic goals and KPIs, supporting delivery across multiple teams.
* Manage a small, agile team that helps translate strategic ideas into real-world outcomes.
What You’ll Bring
* A strong grasp of strategic planning, commercial analysis, and business development.
* Experience leading cross-functional projects or strategic workstreams.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement skills—able to influence, challenge, and collaborate across all levels.
* A curious mindset, attention to detail, and a bias for action.
* Comfortable working with ambiguity and creatively solving complex challenges.
* Experience in a similar strategic role; a business qualification such as an MBA is a plus.
What You’ll Get
* Flexible hybrid working (weekly presence in the Edinburgh office expected)
* 28 days holiday + bank holidays
* Discretionary bonus of up to 25%
* Private medical insurance (from day one), including cover for your partner and children
* 7% employer pension contribution
* Tech purchase scheme, Cycle to Work, and electric car salary sacrifice options
* Life assurance, income protection, and travel insurance
* No-meeting Fridays to support wellbeing and deep focus
* Enhanced family and support policies
* Regular socials, charity events, and wellness activities
Our Culture
We’re committed to building an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Diversity of thought, background, and perspective is central to our success—and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
The successful candidate will be highly professional and aspirational with a strong interest in energy transition and possess a strong commercial mindset. If you are seeking the exposure to facilitate growth, challenge and be challenged by the senior team leading the organisation, then this could be the platform for you.