Performance Strategy Manager

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the UK's Gas sector is seeking a Performance Strategy Manager in Southampton. This key role involves leading the strategic and financial planning processes while ensuring compliance and customer focus. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, with experience in regulated industries.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated sectors such as energy or utilities is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working with financial data, investment cases, and complex business models.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development of strategic and financial plans that align with regulatory requirements.
• Support teams in creating robust investment cases and refine planning processes.
• Collaborate closely with Board, customers, and regulators.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Job description

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Performance Strategy Manager, southampton

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Client:

Utility People Ltd

Location:

southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a pivotal organisation within the UK’s Gas sector, is looking for an experienced Performance Strategy Manager to lead the creation and delivery of their annual business plan. This high-impact role involves close collaboration with the Board, customers, and regulators to ensure the plan aligns with the priorities of all stakeholders. As the Performance Strategy Manager you will bring proven expertise in strategic planning, business planning/corporate strategy and be adept at gathering input, building consensus, and translating complex priorities into a clear, actionable plan. If you have a strong track record in shaping strategic business plans and are ready to take on your next challenge, we want to hear from you - Apply today!

Key responsibilities for the Performance Strategy Manager:

• Drive the end-to-end development of their strategic and financial plan, ensuring it’s clear, compliant and customer focused.
• Ensure the plan aligns with regulatory requirements, including UNC, Ofgem, and internal frameworks
• Support teams in creating robust, value-for-money investment cases.
• Review and refine planning processes to enhance clarity, efficiency, and impact year on year.

Skills and Experience required for the Performance Strategy Manager:

• Experience in regulated sectors such as energy, utilities, telecoms, infrastructure, or the public sector is highly desirable
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Strong analytical mindset
• Comfortable working with financial data, investment cases, and complex business models
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for delivering transparency, value for money, and positive outcomes for customers