Manager, Corporate Strategy

CFA Institute; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CFA Institute as a Manager in Corporate Strategy to shape the future of finance. You will drive strategic initiatives, collaborate across teams, and create impactful presentations for leadership. This role significantly influences high-level decision-making within a mission-driven global organization.

Benefits

Annual incentives

12% pension employer contribution

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous leave and time off

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, or business planning.
• Proven ability to communicate strategic ideas effectively to senior stakeholders.
• Experience in nonprofit, education, or credentialing organizations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the identification and evaluation of new strategic opportunities.
• Collaborate to develop business cases and support enterprise planning.
• Develop compelling presentations and materials for executive stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Structured thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or a related field

MBA or advanced degree in Business, Strategy, or a related discipline

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Shape the future of finance with CFA Institute.
Are you passionate about strategy and ready to make an impact at the highest levels of a mission-driven global organization? CFA Institute is looking for a strategic thinker and exceptional communicator to join our Corporate Strategy and Market Intelligence team. As Manager, Corporate Strategy, you’ll help define and execute enterprise-wide strategies, support high-level decision-making, and play a key role in shaping the future of our organization and the investment profession.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Strategic Initiatives
  Support the identification and evaluation of new strategic opportunities, from internal initiatives to potential partnerships and acquisitions.

• Enable Data-Driven Planning
  Collaborate across teams to develop business cases, support enterprise and business unit planning, and ensure alignment with overall strategy.

• Create Executive-Level Impact
  Develop compelling presentations, discussion guides, and briefing materials for our Leadership Team and Board of Governors, translating complex topics into clear, strategic narratives.

• Support Corporate Development
  Assess new business opportunities, maintain a database of strategic targets, and assist in due diligence, evaluation, and execution of partnerships and M&A activities.

What You’ll Bring Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, or business planning

• Strong analytical and structured thinking skills

• Excellent PowerPoint and presentation development abilities

• Proven ability to communicate strategic ideas effectively to senior stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree in Business, Strategy, or a related discipline

• Experience in nonprofit, education, or credentialing organizations

• Experience developing business cases and evaluating strategic initiatives

• Demonstrated ability to analyze market trends, competitor activity, and internal data

Why Join Us?

At CFA Institute, you'll join a global community committed to shaping a better investment profession. We offer opportunities for meaningful work, career development, and collaboration with some of the most dedicated professionals in the industry. As part of a team that guides the Institute’s strategic direction, your work will influence decisions that affect millions of investment professionals worldwide.

At CFA Institute, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring process. In compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit, we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position:

Expected salary Range for US based candidates: $90,000 - $115,000

Expected salary Range for UK based candidates: £55,000 – £70,000

Other benefits include eligibility for annual incentives, 12% pension employer contribution, and competitive medical benefits.

All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience, education, and other factors relevant to the position. CFA Institute is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

About CFA Institute

CFA Institute are the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200,000 charterholders across 160 markets, we drive professional growth, ethical behavior, and better markets. We care about our employees’ well-being, offering industry-leading benefits like:

• Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family

• Generous leave and time off

• Competitive retirement plans

• Flexible work options

• Wellness, education, and support programs

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to click “Apply” and complete our three-minute application.

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Important Message: Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as CFA Institute cannot make assumptions about your education, experience, or location. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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