ESS Business Partner - Portfolio & Operational Strategy

Adecco; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading consultancy as a Business Partner focusing on Portfolio & Operational Strategy to support strategic goals within the Engineering Support Services team. You will drive transformation and operational excellence while contributing to critical energy projects aimed at achieving net-zero targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategy development and transformation, preferably in a global context.
• Workforce/resource management experience needed.
• Excellent communicator and influencer across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Support strategy execution and define long-term goals.
• Set performance targets and monitor outcomes.
• Engage stakeholders for alignment and transparency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain

Job description

Job Title: ESS Business Partner - Portfolio & Operational Strategy

Location: Mostly remote with an occasional visit to Warwick or London offices

Duration: Until March 2026 with anticipations for extension

Day Rate: From 700 - Negotiable

Help shape the future of engineering services and play a strategic role in delivering clean, affordable energy.

We're looking for a Business Partner (Portfolio & Operational Strategy) to join our clients Engineering Support Services (ESS) team within the Global Finance function of our high-profile utility clients business. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategic thinker and planner who's passionate about driving transformation and operational excellence.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Shape Strategy: Support the design and execution of ESS's long-term goals in line with enterprise-wide strategy.
• Drive Operational Success: Set performance targets, monitor progress, and ensure delivery excellence.
• Manage the Portfolio: Plan and prioritise ESS projects and services based on strategic impact, resourcing, and timelines.
• Engage Stakeholders: Work closely with leadership, business units, and partners to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Lead Governance: Implement best practices in portfolio oversight, risk management, and reporting.
• Champion Improvement: Identify lessons from past performance and use insights to enhance future outcomes.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in strategy development, transformation, or consulting - ideally within a global or shared services context.
• Workforce / resource management experience.
• Strong analytical and planning skills.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to present complex ideas clearly.
• Great at working with diverse teams and influencing decision-making at all levels.
• Familiarity with engineering services or utilities is a bonus.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing strategic and operational initiatives across multiple projects.

Why Join Us?

With our client, you'll be part of a purpose-driven team working on some of the most exciting energy transformation projects - from supporting 50GW of offshore wind to helping the UK hit net zero targets. You'll lead impactful work that matters, with the opportunity to grow your career while building a cleaner energy future.

If this role is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

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