Strategy Manager

Lexisnexis Risk Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

LexisNexis Risk Solutions seeks a Senior Strategy Manager to lead strategic planning, oversee major research projects, and engage with the Executive Committee. Candidates should have 8-10 years' experience in strategy within consulting or corporate environments, with strong skills in stakeholder engagement and problem-solving. This role promises a dynamic working environment with flexible hours and well-being initiatives.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Well-being initiatives

Shared parental leave

Study assistance

Sabbaticals

Qualifications

• 8-10 years in strategy development and implementation.
• Big 4 or MBB consulting experience preferred.
• Expertise in M&A and market expansion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for growth.
• Oversee research for key strategic decisions.
• Lead project activities for strategic initiatives.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Education

University degree in relevant field (engineering, finance, mathematics)

Job description

LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world.

As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis and Nexis services.

About the Role

The Senior Strategy Manager is a newly created role within the Strategy function, reporting directly to the Strategy Executive.

This key position involves daily interaction with the Executive Committee (EXCO) and is responsible for developing and driving the strategic plan.

This exciting role includes overseeing research and analysis on strategic decisions such as Africa growth, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), product portfolio review, and generative AI use cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning and Corporate Development: Develop and implement the organization's strategic plans to ensure continued growth and profitability. Identify, investigate, evaluate, and negotiate acquisitions, divestitures, licensing opportunities, and strategic business alliances aligned with long-term goals.
• Research and Analysis: Oversee research and analysis on key strategic decisions, e.g., market expansion in Africa, M&A activities, product portfolio reviews, and generative AI use cases.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including daily interactions with the EXCO. Provide expert advice and direction on strategic initiatives and corporate development activities.
• Project Management: Lead or contribute to project activities, ensuring successful execution of strategic initiatives. Solve complex problems with minimal guidance and provide recommendations based on analytical insights.

Qualifications and Experience

• A university degree or equivalent work experience in a relevant field such as engineering, finance, or mathematics. Exceptional academic performance is strongly preferred.
• Between 8 to 10 years of proven strategy development and implementation experience, either in consulting or in corporate settings.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, corporate development, and analytical problem-solving.
• Big 4 (Deloitte, KPMG, PwC, EY) strategy consulting and/or MBB (McKinsey, Bain, BCG) experience strongly preferred.
• Proven experience in M&A or Private Equity, market expansion, and product portfolio management.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to influence key stakeholders.
• Recognized as an expert within the function, capable of solving complex problems independently.

Professional Attributes

• Demonstrated ability to develop and drive strategic plans.
• Excellent analytical and research skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, contributing to project activities and strategic initiatives.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with C-suite (EXCO).

Key Attributes

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization.

We offer an appealing working prospect for our people.

With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals, we support your immediate responsibilities and long-term goals.

Working Pattern

Flexible hours—adjust your work times to fit your productivity peaks.

We are committed to a fair and accessible hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact us.

We do not request money or banking details from applicants. Learn more about scams here.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics.

LexisNexis Legal & Professional is a leading global provider of legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics, helping customers worldwide to improve decision-making and uphold the rule of law.