Business Strategy Director and CPO

Worldline; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Business Strategy Director and CPO to drive strategic initiatives within the Transport & Mobility sector. This role is pivotal in shaping the company's five-year plan, requiring a leader who excels in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement. You'll lead cross-functional teams, foster innovation, and enhance customer experiences. With a commitment to sustainability and a culture of empowerment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the payments technology industry while accelerating your career.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical cover

Access to virtual GP service

Discounts and cashbacks on shopping

Flexible benefits through salary sacrifice

Income protection at 67% of base salary

Life insurance

Pension matching contributions up to 10%

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategy development and leading high-impact projects.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve business goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of strategy professionals.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Creative problem-solving

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Business Administration

Marketing

Job description

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Business Strategy Director and CPO

This is Worldline.

Worldline helps businesses of all shapes and sizes to accelerate their growth journey - quickly, simply, and securely. We are the innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. Our technology powers the growth of millions of businesses across 5 continents. And just as we help our customers accelerate their business, we are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers. Together, we shape the evolution.

The Opportunity

The Strategy Director for our Transport & Mobility pillar will play a critical role in shaping and driving the strategic direction of the business, with a particular focus on the execution of the strategy as it will be key for the 5-year plan. This position requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of the landscape within the transport and mobility sector, capable of defining and executing strategies that will enhance business performance and customer experience. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, collaborate with key stakeholders, and manage multiple projects to optimise operational efficiency and growth.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning:
  • Develop and implement comprehensive strategic plans to achieve business goals and objectives of the pillar.
  • Analyse market trends, competitor landscape, and consumer behaviour to inform strategic initiatives.
• Leadership:
  • Lead and mentor a team of strategy professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to align strategies across various business units and functions.
• Innovation:
  • Lead and manage innovation initiatives, particularly around data, AI and ML that will benefit Worldline and its customers.
  • Collaborate within the innovation community within Worldline to share ideas and implement beneficial initiatives.
  • Lead and manage the strategy team to develop new and disruptive commercial models for our products and service that are better aligned to customer value and benefits.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, partners, and regulatory bodies.
  • Communicate strategic vision and direction effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Performance Management:
  • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of strategic initiatives and ensure timely reporting on progress.
  • Utilize data-driven insights to make informed decisions and adjust strategies as necessary.
• Project Management:
  • Oversee multiple projects from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy and objectives.
  • Allocate resources effectively and manage budgets for strategy-related projects.

Who Are We Looking For

We look for big thinkers. People who can drive positive change, step up and show what's next - people with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. In practice this means:

• Strategic thinking and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Understanding of retail operations and customer experience enhancement strategies.
• Qualifications in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in strategy development.
• Proven track record in leading high-impact projects and initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insight.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

Perks & Benefits

At Worldline you'll get the chance to be at the heart of the global payments technology industry and shape how the world pays and gets paid. On top of that, you will also:

• Be part of a company guided by a strong propose to do good and recognized as top 1% of the most sustainable companies in all sectors worldwide
• Work with inspiring colleagues and be empowered to learn, grow and accelerate you career
• Have 25 days holiday + bank holidays an exciting salary
• Have employee private medical cover, access to a virtual GP service
• Access to discounts and cashbacks on Shopping
• Purchase a range of flexible benefits through salary sacrifice
• Have an income protection @67% of base salary for 5 years ,subject to Ts and Cs
• Have a Life Insurance - 1 x salary if not in a pension scheme, 4 x salary if enrolled in the pension scheme
• Have Pension - the company will match contributions up to 10%

Shape the evolution.

We are pushing towards the next frontiers of payments technology, and we look for big thinkers to join our journey. People with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. Here you'll work with ambitious colleagues from around the world, take on unique challenges as a team, and make a real impact on the society. And with our empowering culture, strong technology and extensive training opportunities, we help you accelerate your career. Wherever you decide to go. Join our global team of over 18,000 innovators across 40+ countries, and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own.

Learn more about life at Worldline at jobs.worldline.com

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any applicable legally protected characteristics.

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