Strategic Planning Lead — Higher Education

Corehr; Oxford; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Oxford in Oxford is seeking a Senior Planning Officer (Strategy) to support the Planning and Data Team in coordinating the annual planning round and reporting against the University’s Strategic Plan. The role involves delivering analysis and narrative to inform organisational planning and digital initiatives.

The postholder will work across professional disciplines, influence senior stakeholders, and act as Secretary to key committees, contributing to strategic decision-making at

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Proven experience in strategic and organisational planning in a complex organisation.
• Ability to collate inputs from multiple disciplines to produce coherent analysis and narrative.

Responsibilities

• Act as Secretary to key University committees and coordinate planning activity.
• Lead and deliver planning improvement projects and initiatives.
• Provide high‑quality analysis and advice to support strategic decision‑making.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Communication skills

Team leadership

Prioritisation

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

University of Oxford in Oxford is seeking a Senior Planning Officer (Strategy) to support the Planning and Data Team in coordinating the annual planning round and reporting against the University’s Strategic Plan. The role involves delivering analysis and narrative to inform organisational planning and digital initiatives.

The postholder will work across professional disciplines, influence senior stakeholders, and act as Secretary to key committees, contributing to strategic decision-making at