Strategy Lead – Growth & Market Strategy (Data‑Driven)

Elsevier; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in information and analytics is seeking a strategy professional to shape and drive growth strategy across their suite of solutions. The role involves developing portfolio strategies, conducting market assessments, and managing strategic initiatives in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have strategy consulting experience and strong analytical skills, with a preference for those with backgrounds in software or data-driven products. The position is located in City Of London, offering flexible working hours and various benefits.

Benefits

Dutch Share Purchase Plan

Annual Profit Share Bonus

Comprehensive Pension Plan

Generous vacation entitlement

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing programs

Work from anywhere

Qualifications

• Experience in strategy consulting with a top-tier firm or in-house team.
• Experience evaluating strategies for software/data products highly preferred.
• Experience driving execution across multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of portfolio and product level strategies.
• Provide guidance to the Product Leadership Team on product roadmaps.
• Monitor competitive landscape to identify threats and opportunities.
• Conduct market research to evaluate new areas for growth.
• Manage strategic initiatives such as M&A screens.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or Engineering

Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, PhD)

Job description

A global leader in information and analytics is seeking a strategy professional to shape and drive growth strategy across their suite of solutions. The role involves developing portfolio strategies, conducting market assessments, and managing strategic initiatives in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have strategy consulting experience and strong analytical skills, with a preference for those with backgrounds in software or data-driven products. The position is located in City Of London, offering flexible working hours and various benefits.