Director of Strategic Projects - Capability Development

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy drink company is hiring a Director of Strategic Projects. This key role focuses on driving organizational transformation and digital innovation across the EMEA region. The ideal candidate will manage complex projects, enhance team capabilities, and champion change management in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven success managing complex cross-functional projects.
• Experience building internal capabilities and leading small teams.
• A curious, collaborative, and proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver strategic transformation programs.
• Identify capability gaps and build future-ready solutions.
• Lead innovation projects including AI integration and digital adoption.

Skills

Change leadership

Strategic thinking

Digital fluency

AI literacy

Stakeholder engagement

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Client:

Advocate Group

Location:

bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Now Hiring: Director of Strategic Projects – Monster Energy (EMEA)

Are you a strategic powerhouse with a passion for driving organizational transformation? Do you thrive in high-impact roles where innovation, change leadership, and capability building intersect? If so, Monster Energy wants YOU to lead the charge.

At Monster Energy, we’re more than just a drink — we’re a movement. With a bold, edgy brand and a relentless drive to push boundaries, we’re looking for a Director of Strategic Projects to help us future-proof our business across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

The Role:

As Director of Strategic Projects, you’ll spearhead multi-year initiatives to elevate organizational capability, embed sustainable ways of working, and drive digital innovation. Reporting to the VP of Capability Development, you'll manage a small but mighty team, collaborate across departments, and lead programs that impact thousands across the region.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and deliver strategic transformation programs from the ground up
• Identify capability gaps and build future-ready solutions
• Champion change management and stakeholder engagement
• Lead innovation projects including AI integration and digital adoption
• Strengthen organizational effectiveness through practical, scalable frameworks

What You Bring:

• Proven success managing complex cross-functional projects
• Expertise in change leadership, communication, and strategic thinking
• Strong digital fluency and AI literacy
• A curious, collaborative, and proactive mindset
• Experience building internal capabilities and leading small teams

Why Monster?

Join a global leader in the energy drinks industry with a bold, fast-paced culture. Be part of a brand that dares to be different and a team that’s building the future of work.

? Bleed Green with us. Be strategic. Be bold. Be Monster.