Strategy Manager

Pod; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UnMind wellbeing platform access

Discounted energy tariffs

Podpoint Charger discount

Generous holiday allowance

Pension with employer contributions

Flexible hybrid working model

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Pod is seeking a Strategy Manager to partner with the CEO and CFO to shape Pod's strategic direction and lead major initiatives. You will evaluate growth opportunities, manage financial models, and drive cross-functional collaboration across Finance, Product, Commercial and Operations teams.

You will work in a hybrid setup in London, influencing senior stakeholders and delivering actionable recommendations in a fast-growth EV charging environment.

Qualifications

• Several years' experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy or a similarly analytical role.
• Ability to structure problems and translate data into actionable recommendations.
• Strong experience building financial models and investment cases.
• Experience presenting to senior leaders and influencing decisions.
• Balance strategic thinking with practical execution and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Shape Pod's Strategic Direction by defining priorities with CEO and CFO and evaluating growth opportunities.
• Lead High-Impact Strategic Projects, framing problems and delivering recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Monitor the Market and Competitive Landscape to stay ahead of industry developments.
• Support Commercial Growth Initiatives, collaborating on pricing strategy and partnerships.
• Build Business Cases and Financial Models to support major investment decisions.
• Measure Strategic Performance and adjust initiatives based on outcomes.
• Connect Insights Across Finance, Product, Commercial and Operations teams for a coherent view.
• Champion Pod's Values and influence key decisions across leadership.

Skills

Strategic Problem Solving

Analytical Excellence

Financial Modelling

Stakeholder Influence

Commercial Acumen

Energy Transition Passion

Collaborative approach

Clear communication

Curious problem solver

Job description

Strategy Manager

Department: Senior Management Team

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London

Reporting To: Chief Finance Officer

Compensation: GBP 75,000 - GBP 100,000 / year

Job Title: Strategy Manager

Salary: GBP 75,000 - GBP 100,000 DOE

Location: Hybrid (1-2 days per week in London office)

We're Pod - one of the UK's leading EV charging providers, trusted by over 250,000 customers and powering more than 5 million miles every single day. But behind the numbers is a team of passionate people working together to shape a smarter, more sustainable future.

We started off in 2009 as Pod Point, helping people make the switch to electric as EVs began to hit the road. Today, we're leading the way into a smarter energy future. As part of the EDF family - the UK's biggest generator of zero-carbon electricity - we have the strength and stability to grow for the future.

And we've started that growth already. In 2026, we welcomed EO Charging into the Pod family, bringing together Pod's strengths in home, workplace, public and smart charging with EO's specialist fleet and depot charging technology. The acquisition significantly expands our commercial fleet and energy management capabilities. Together, Pod and EO are helping logistics, transport and operational fleet customers electrify at scale, optimise charging performance and make better use of existing grid capacity.

Pod is the next evolution of Pod Point. As electrification becomes everyday, Pod is here to help build a brighter future for society by managing the flow of energy, making it affordable, accessible, and for the benefit of everyone. With 250,000 customers already trusting us to be at the heart of their EV life, we see Pod playing a leading role in the UK's increasingly electrified future. Our focus is on powering not just homes and vehicles, but local communities and social progress.

Pod is here to help build a brighter future for society by managing the flow of energy, making it affordable, accessible, and for the benefit of everyone.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Pod. You'll work closely with our CEO, CFO and senior leadership team on some of the most important decisions facing the business, from growth strategy and market expansion to new commercial opportunities. We're looking for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, turning insight into action and influencing outcomes at the highest level. If you're excited by the energy transition and want to make a tangible impact in a fast-moving, high-growth environment, this role offers both challenge and exceptional exposure.

• Shape Pod's Strategic Direction - You'll partner with the CEO and CFO to define, challenge and refine Pod's strategic priorities. You'll help evaluate growth opportunities, market entry options, business model evolution and long-term value creation
• Lead High-Impact Strategic Projects - You'll own strategic initiatives from start to finish, framing complex problems, conducting analysis and delivering clear, actionable recommendations to senior stakeholders
• Monitor the Market and Competitive Landscape - You'll track market trends, competitor activity and developments across the EV charging ecosystem, turning insights into strategic recommendations that help Pod stay ahead of the market
• Support Commercial Growth Initiatives - You'll work closely with commercial and operational teams on pricing strategy, network expansion opportunities and potential partnerships, ensuring decisions are underpinned by robust analysis
• Build Business Cases and Financial Models - You'll develop compelling business cases and financial models to support major investment decisions, including strategic partnerships, new growth opportunities and M&A activity where relevant
• Measure Strategic Performance - You'll track the performance of strategic initiatives after launch, assess outcomes against objectives and recommend adjustments based on data and business performance
• Connect Insights Across the Business - You'll bring together perspectives from Finance, Product, Commercial and Operations teams to create a clear, coherent view of business performance and strategic priorities for leadership
• Champion Pod's Values - You'll play a pivotal role in defining Pod's strategic direction, working closely with leadership to drive growth, influence key decisions, and champion Pod's values through every initiative you lead.

What You'll Bring to the Role:

• Strategic Problem Solving - You'll have several years' experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy or a similarly analytical role, with a strong track record of solving complex and ambiguous business challenges
• Analytical Excellence - You'll have the ability to structure problems, build evidence-based recommendations and translate data into clear actions that drive business outcomes
• Financial Modelling Expertise - You'll have strong experience developing financial models, commercial analyses and investment cases that support effective decision-making
• Stakeholder Influence - You'll be familiar with presenting to senior leaders, communicating recommendations clearly and influencing decisions across a variety of stakeholders
• Commercial Acumen - You'll have the ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution, moving comfortably between long-term opportunities and operational realities
• Passion for the Energy Transition - Given where Pod is headed, you'll need to have a genuine interest in sustainability, electrification and the evolving EV charging industry
• Collaborative approach - Comfortable working in agile teams, open to feedback and continuously looking for ways to improve how you work
• Clear communicator - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical ideas clearly
• Curious problem solver - A proactive mindset, eagerness to learn and a genuine passion for developing your engineering craft.

What's in it for you?

• Access for you and up to 5 family/friends to the 'UnMind' wellbeing platform
• Discounted Energy Tariffs
• Podpoint Charger
• Discounted energy tariff (Pod Power or EDF Employee Programme)
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Work abroad for up to 20 days per year
• Family & friend discount scheme
• 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
• Very generous parental and family leave
• Pension scheme with a 4.5% matched contribution
• Eyecare scheme
• Life insurance covering up to 4x your annual salary
• Virtual GP provided by HealthHero
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Mortgage Advice
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Cycle2Work Scheme

Important Information:

You must have the legal right to work in the UK. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Your privacy is important to us, all information shared will be handled according to our Candidate Privacy Notice.

Good luck and we look forward to speaking with you soon!