Corporate Strategy Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Corporate Strategy Manager to drive strategic initiatives and shape long-term growth. This pivotal role involves conducting market analysis, supporting M&A activities, and collaborating with executive leadership to ensure the company remains a market leader in Decision Intelligence. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of product-market fit, and experience in strategy consulting or corporate development. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation, and make a significant impact on its future trajectory.

Benefits

Company bonus

Flexible working hours

Pension Scheme with company contribution

25 days annual leave

Work from Anywhere Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Team's Social Budget

Volunteer Day off

Dog-friendly Offices

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate strategy, M&A, and market analysis.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead market analysis to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate across functions to execute strategic initiatives.
• Assist in M&A execution and product strategy support.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Market Research

Communication Skills

Data-driven Decision Making

Product Strategy

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

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Do you ever have the urge to do things better than the last time? We do. And it’s this urge that drives us every day. Our environment of discovery and innovation means we’re able to create deep and valuable relationships with our clients to create real change for them and their industries. It’s what got us here – and it’s what will make our future. At Quantexa, you’ll experience autonomy and support in equal measures allowing you to form a career that matches your ambitions. 41% of our colleagues come from an ethnic or religious minority background. We speak over 20 languages across our 50+ nationalities, creating a sense of belonging for all.

We're heading in one direction, the future. We’d love you to join us.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and results-driven professional to join our Corporate Development team as a Corporate Strategy Manager.

This role will be pivotal in shaping and executing Quantexa’s long-term growth strategy to be the market leader in Decision Intelligence. Working closely with executive leadership, this role will drive strategic initiatives, evaluate market opportunities, and support M&A activities and other investments. The ideal candidate brings a mix of analytical rigor, business acumen, and leadership skills, with experience in corporate strategy, M&A, and market analysis within the technology sector.

Requirements

What you’ll be doing.

1. Lead Market & Competitive Intelligence: Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, market sizing (TAM/SAM/SOM), customer needs, regulatory developments, emerging technologies, and competitors to identify growth opportunities.
2. Stakeholder Management and Internal Initiatives Support: Collaborate across functions (Product, Marketing, Finance, Operations, etc.) to assess and execute strategic initiatives, including partnerships and potential acquisitions that can drive product innovation and market leadership.
3. M&A and Strategic Deal Support: Assist in M&A execution, with a focus on assessing strategic rationale, conducting commercial due diligence, and support synergies modelling and integration planning.
4. Product Strategy Support: Partner closely with the Product management team to help shape Quantexa’s product roadmap, aligning existing product initiatives with ongoing market developments, customer feedback, and competitive insights.
5. Prepare High-Impact Reports & Presentations: Develop clear and compelling presentations, investment memos, and reports that highlight product strategy recommendations and market insights for senior leadership and Board discussions.
6. Monitor Product Trends & Industry Movements: Keep track of emerging technologies, industry shifts, and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions and ensure Quantexa’s offering remains market-leading.
7. Build Industry Relationships: Establish relationships with industry analysts, partners, and potential collaborators to stay informed on market trends and strategic opportunities.

What you'll bring.

1. Extensive knowledge and experience in strategy consulting, corporate development, product strategy, or in-house corporate strategy roles.
2. Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills, with a deep understanding of product-market fit and demand drivers.
3. Proven experience in conducting market research, competitive analysis, and trend assessments.
4. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distil complex information into clear, compelling narratives for senior leadership.
5. Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
6. Interest in emerging technologies and understanding of technology product value chains.

An ideal candidate would also have one or more of the following:

1. Experience in a high-growth technology company or start-up/scale-up environment.
2. Exposure to M&A transactions, especially as they relate to product integration and synergy identification.
3. Experience in working with product management teams to influence product strategy, innovation and roadmap development.
4. Deep market knowledge of at least one of the following industries: Banking, Public Sector, and Insurance.

Our perks and quirks.

What makes you Q will help you to realize your full potential, flourish and enjoy what you do, while being recognized and rewarded with our broad range of benefits.

We know that just having an excellent glass door rating isn’t enough, so we’ve put together a competitive package as a way of saying thank you for all your hard work and dedication.

1. Company bonus
2. Flexible working hours in a hybrid workplace & free access to global WeWork locations & events
3. Pension Scheme with a company contribution of 6% (if you contribute 3%)
4. 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy up to 5 days) + birthday off!
5. Work from Anywhere Scheme: Spend up to 2 months working outside of your country of employment over a rolling 12-month period
6. Family: Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, or Shared Parental Leave
7. Team's Social Budget & Company-wide Summer & Winter Parties
8. Volunteer Day off
9. Dog-friendly Offices

It’s all about you.

We want you to feel welcome, valued, and respected—because it’s your individuality and passion that make you Q. We see that, and we celebrate it. That’s why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, continuously improving to ensure everyone belongs. Our recruitment process is designed to be inclusive and accessible. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations, please let our Talent Acquisition Team know—we’re happy to assist.

No matter your race, beliefs, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity, or abilities—whoever you are—if you're a passionate, curious, and caring human eager to push the boundaries of what’s possible, we want to hear from you.