Corporate Strategy Director

Virgin Media Business Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus UK Bank Holidays

Bupa private healthcare coverage

Wellbeing and mental health benefits

Pension contribution matched up to 10%

Virgin Media/O2 discounts

Job summary

Virgin Media Business Ireland is seeking a strategic professional to work with senior management in nexfibre. The role involves leading market analysis, driving strategic projects, and managing M&A opportunities. Candidates should have degree-level education, relevant experience in strategy consultancy, ideally within the telecoms sector, and excellent analytical and communication skills.

This full-time hybrid role is based in Paddington with a culture that fosters innovation and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Relevant years of experience in strategy consultancy, ideally in the telecoms sector.
• Experience with M&A assessment and execution.
• Self-sufficient and proactive in proposing commercial solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal team on market and strategic analysis.
• Develop recommendations for strategic direction.
• Drive execution of M&A and joint venture opportunities.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Programme management

Project management

Commercial acumen

Education

Degree level education or relevant professional qualifications

Job description

Job Purpose

The role holder will work with senior management in nexfibre as well as with nexfibre’s board of directors and investors across a variety of areas to help define the strategic priorities and direction of the business. This role will create and manage a range of projects across all aspects of the business and lead our assessment of the highly dynamic market landscape, analysing and executing inorganic M&A and joint venture opportunities.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead an internal team of professionals on internal and external market and strategic analysis.
• Conceive and deliver strategic planning and projects using internal and external data sources.
• Work with senior management to develop recommendations for strategic direction and planning across all areas of the business.
• Collaborate and partner across technical and operational business teams as well as with external stakeholders and advisers to deliver strategic projects.
• Analyse inorganic M&A and joint venture opportunities as well as material commercial opportunities.
• Drive the execution of inorganic M&A and joint venture opportunities, coordinating multiple internal stakeholders.
• Manage external advisers efficiently.
• Act as a senior member of the nexfibre team, fostering a culture of excellence and best practice in the company.

Qualifications

• Degree level education or relevant professional qualifications.
• Relevant years of experience in strategy consultancy (private practice/in‑house), ideally in the telecoms sector with fibre experience.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and programme management skills.
• Geo‑spatial analytical experience is an advantage.
• Experience of M&A assessment and execution is highly advantageous.
• Self‑sufficient, comfortable working autonomously and cross‑functionally, and proactive in proposing commercial solutions.
• Dynamic and proficient in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to form effective relationships across all levels, including senior management.

About You

We’re building a culture that attracts, develops, and retains top talent. We’re looking for people who share our passion for connecting communities, driving innovation, and delivering the next generation of full‑fibre networks across the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• 25 days’ annual leave, plus the usual 8 UK Bank Holidays.
• Bupa private healthcare coverage.
• Wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the WeCare app, critical illness cover, dental & optical insurance.
• Pension contribution matched up to 10%.
• Access to our car benefit scheme via Tusker and our Cycle to Work scheme.
• Virgin Media / O2 discounts and offers.

Location

We are based in Paddington. The position is full‑time, hybrid with a minimum3days based in the office.

Equal Opportunity

Nexfibre is an equal‑opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.