Senior Strategy & Business Insights Manager

Consortium; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 9%

Private medical

Healthcare cash plan

Holiday allowance 24–27 days

Hybrid working

Gym discounts

Volunteer day

Wellbeing support

Family leave

Job summary

The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW) in London is seeking a Senior Strategy and Business Insights Manager to advance market intelligence and strategic planning. You will lead cross‑functional workstreams, deliver high‑quality insights, and enable senior leadership to shape ICAEW's future across global markets.

The role requires proven experience in market analysis, horizon scanning and scenario planning, with strong communication skills for briefings to the Executive

Qualifications

• Proven experience in market intelligence and competitor analysis to inform strategic planning.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in market sizing, segmentation and commercial analysis.
• Experience translating complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver market and competitor intelligence across ICAEW's core markets.
• Conduct market research, benchmarking, sizing and segmentation to inform strategy.
• Produce reports and briefings with actionable recommendations for the Executive Committee and Board.
• Support ICAEW's organisational strategy through scenario planning and external market trend analysis.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders and cross‑functional teams to deliver priorities.
• Improve market intelligence processes and reporting to maintain relevance and value.

Skills

Market intelligence

Strategic planning

Market analysis

Horizon scanning

Scenario planning

Stakeholder engagement

Executive reporting

Job description

Senior Strategy & Business Insights Manager

Senior Strategy & Business Insights Manager

Location: London, UK

Job Type: Permanent

Highlighted points for this job

Senior Strategy and Business Insights Manager role in London

Salary range: £85,000 to £90,000

Responsibilities include market intelligence and strategic planning

Position requires proven experience in strategic planning and market analysis

Hybrid working and comprehensive benefits package offered

At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape.

We're looking for a Senior Strategy and Business Insights Manager to join our team in London on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £85,000 to £90,000 and a hybrid working pattern.

What you will be doing;

• Develop and deliver market and competitor intelligence, identifying emerging trends, risks and opportunities across ICAEW's core markets.
• Conduct market research, competitor benchmarking, market sizing and segmentation to inform strategic decisions.
• Produce high-quality reports, briefings and actionable recommendations for senior leadership, the Executive Committee and Board.
• Support the development of ICAEW's organisational strategy through strategic reviews, scenario planning and analysis of external market trends.
• Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and deliver business priorities.
• Continuously improve market intelligence processes, research methods and reporting to ensure insights remain relevant and valuable.

What you will need;

Experience

• Proven experience in market intelligence, competitor analysis and supporting strategic planning within a large or complex organisation.
• Strong analytical skills, including experience in market sizing, segmentation, competitor benchmarking and commercial analysis.
• Experience working with quantitative and qualitative data and translating complex findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Experience in horizon scanning, scenario planning or contributing to organisational strategy development and reviews.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing reports and presentations for senior stakeholders and Executive audiences.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation and organisational skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and manage multiple priorities.

What you can expect from us;

• A strong pension contribution from us of 9%
• Private medical cover with AXA (where eligible), alongside a healthcare cash plan
• 24 - 27 days' holiday depending on length of service, plus Christmas closure and the option to buy or sell extra days
• Hybrid working to help you find the right balance
• Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks
• Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay
• Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA
• A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you

It's all part of creating an environment where you can thrive, in work and beyond. For a full overview of our benefits package please see below.