Strategic Planning Manager

Lumensol Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading strategic consultancy firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Strategic Planning Manager to support the growth strategy. The successful candidate will assist in developing Strategic Options Appraisals and contribute to business planning initiatives while gaining mentorship from senior leadership. This role requires strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills, with a desirable background in social housing or consultancy. The position offers a competitive package and remote/hybrid working options.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Competitive pension scheme

Discretionary bonus

Private health insurance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Ability to deliver high-quality reports.
• Experience in social housing, bid writing, or proposal management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of Strategic Options Appraisals.
• Assist in data gathering and analysis.
• Collaborate with senior leaders on client engagement.
• Contribute to business planning initiatives.
• Prepare briefing materials for client presentations.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent organisational and time management abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Experience with Power BI

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Adaptability to manage changing priorities and client needs

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Power BI

Job description

Strategic Planning Manager

Application Deadline: 10 December 2025

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Remote / Hybrid

Reporting To: Head of Strategic Planning

Compensation: £40,000 - £50,000 / year

Description

The Strategic Planning Manager will play a key role in supporting Lumensol’s 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. While experience in the social housing sector, bid writing, or proposal management is highly desirable, it is not essential—candidates with strong transferable skills from other sectors will be considered. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders and shadow the Head of Strategic Planning for 6–8 months, gaining structured mentorship and hands‑on experience. In addition, 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 Lumensol’s 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.

Benefits

This is a unique opportunity to:

• Transition into a strategic consultancy role while leveraging existing skills in communication, analysis, and leadership.
• Gain structured mentorship by shadowing the Head of Strategic Planning for 6–8 months.
• Work on meaningful projects that shape client decisions and deliver value across housing and asset management.
• Build a clear career path toward senior roles in strategic planning, business development, or commercial leadership.
• Join a dynamic, supportive environment that values creativity, adaptability, and continuous improvement.
• Benefit from Lumensol’s generous package, including 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), competitive pension scheme, discretionary bonus, private health insurance, and life insurance.