Planning Manager

Build Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic consultancy firm in Greater London is seeking a Planning Manager to assist in business growth and strategic plans. This hybrid role involves creating Strategic Options Appraisals, supporting decision-making processes, and collaborating with leaders. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and communication skills, is proficient in Microsoft Office and preferably Power BI, and can manage multiple priorities effectively. This is a temp to perm position offering a competitive day rate.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, writing, and organisational skills.
• Experience in social housing, bid writing, or proposal management is desirable.
• Understanding of commercial models and strategic frameworks is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of Strategic Options Appraisals and draft reports.
• Assist in data gathering, analysis, and interpretation for strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with senior leaders on pipeline development.
• Take ownership of consultancy project workstreams and ensure delivery.
• Contribute to business planning initiatives and strategic growth.
• Prepare briefing materials for client presentations.
• Maintain documentation and follow governance processes.
• Engage in continuous learning and development activities.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent organisational and time management abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with Power BI

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Adaptability to changing priorities

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Power BI

Job description

Planning Manager
Type: Temp to Perm
Location: Teddington
Salary: Day Rate to be discussed.
Hours: 8am to 5pm
Hybrid working

The Planning Manager will play a key role in the business growth strategy by assisting in the development of Strategic Options Appraisals and contributing to business planning initiatives. This position is designed for individuals with strong analytical, writing, and organisational skills who want to build a career in strategic consultancy. The role will involve working with client organisations and internal teams to deliver high-quality consultancy services

Key Responsibilities

• Support the creation of Strategic Options Appraisals, including drafting reports and recommendations.
• Assist in data gathering, analysis, and interpretation to inform strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with senior leaders on pipeline development and client engagement.
• Take ownership of specific workstreams within consultancy projects, ensuring delivery to agreed standards.
• Contribute to business planning initiatives and strategic growth activities.
• Prepare briefing materials and support client presentations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow governance processes.
• Engage in continuous learning and development, including participation in training and strategy days.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Power BI desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Adaptability to manage changing priorities and client needs.
• Desirable: Experience in social housing, bid writing, or proposal management.
• Desirable: Understanding of commercial models and strategic frameworks.

Please apply or call Leah Seber at Build Recruitment for more information.