Corporate Strategy & Planning Director, AVEVA
3+ days a week in office (London Cannon Street)
Industrial software
Job no longer available
Industrial software
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
3+ days a week in office (London Cannon Street)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To spark industrial ingenuity by connecting users with trusted information and insights, to drive responsible use of the world’s resources.
Role
Who you are
- 15+ years’ work experience in multi-national, matrixed, high-tech vendor organisations – preferably in B2B software, ideally in SaaS/cloud
- Inclusive of minimum 7 years of hands-on experience in corporate/commercial/sales strategy, planning & operations, as a people manager
- Inclusive of minimum 3 years of management consulting experience from a tier 1 consultancy
- MBA preferred
- Strong analytical skills with high proficiency in financial modelling, statistical analysis, and data visualisation tools; ability to conduct hands-on analysis of complex data and translating into actionable insights and executive deliverables. [Note: 2 redacted work samples required for round 2 interview]
- Excellent executive communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
- Familiarity with strategic planning processes and driving cross-functional alignment in a siloed, dynamic environment
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
- Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset and a focus on driving impact and value
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment while also being able to work independently and lead initiatives autonomously
- Consultative approach to dive deeply into ambiguity, then rapidly frame and problem-solve
- Business acumen and entrepreneurial temperament to roll up the sleeves and build on own – as this is a very lean team with everyone producing their own deliverables
- Influence to guide senior cross-functional stakeholders for data-driven decisions
- Strong sense of ownership and ability to anticipate, be proactive, and deliver on-time
What the job involves
- The Corporate Strategy & Planning team plays a central role in driving AVEVA’s growth by developing and guiding the overall direction and success of our organisation
- The team’s primary purpose is to develop strategies, conduct business analysis for executive decisions, and operationalise mechanisms that help AVEVA to achieve our long-term objectives
- As Director, Corporate Strategy & Planning, you will play a pivotal role in driving the company's strategic planning process, ongoing performance tracking and analysis, monitoring executive leadership’s strategic actions/initiatives, and ensuring alignment across various business functions
- Reporting to the Vice President, Corporate Strategy & Planning, you will lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives to drive growth and operational excellence
- Strategic Planning: Working closely with Vice President, Corporate Strategy & Planning; drive the annual strategic planning process, across Finance, Product, Sales, and other key functions, to define long-term goals, objectives, and detailed plans to achieve targets
- Operating Cadence Management: Drive alignment and accountability across the organisation through the management of operational mechanisms, including Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), Monthly 4-Block reports, and ongoing executive leadership actions/initiatives
- Financial and Statistical Analysis: Conduct hands-on financial, statistical, and qualitative analysis of business issues and performance, and provide strategic insights and recommendations to drive informed decision-making
- Executive Communication: Develop updates/presentations to effectively communicate the company’s strategic objectives, progress, and results to senior leadership, executive leadership, the Board; and our parent company, Schneider Electric
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, executive leadership, and Schneider Electric leadership, to communicate strategic objectives, progress, and results
- Performance Monitoring: Track monthly KPIs across all key functions to gauge progress against strategic goals and provide a feedback loop for root cause analysis, adjustments, and escalations
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other functions, including Finance, Product, Commercial, Marketing, Transformation Office, etc., to ensure alignment of strategic initiatives and priorities
- Talent Development: Mentor and develop Corporate Strategy & Planning team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Founded in 1967 as a UK research institute for the development of computer-aided design, AVEVA has since grown to become a world leader in industrial software. Primarily focusing on energy, infrastructure and manufacturing sectors, it has also expanded into numerous other industrial applications, and its clients include enterprises such as Danone, GlaxoSmithKline and Borg.
AVEVA is making history with its collaboration with Meridian Energy Group on the Davis Refinery, the first full-conversion refinery in the US since 1976. This project sets a new standard in sustainability by achieving net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions through renewable biofeedstock. AVEVA's CONNECT platform and EPC .0 solutions are crucial for providing real-time visibility and seamless data management throughout the refinery's lifecycle.
Alongside this, AVEVA's hybrid cloud MES solution highlights its commitment to advancing industrial technology. This launch allows companies to manage production data more effectively and gain insights through AI and analytics, reinforcing AVEVA's leadership in digital transformation and promoting more agile, efficient, and eco-friendly manufacturing processes.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
2% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Time off: 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. You can also buy/sell five days a year
- Emergency leave: Five days a year to use when unexpected or urgent events make it impossible to work
- Hybrid working: The default option for employees is a 3:2 split between the office and working from home. Some positions are fully remote and others are fully office-based—refer to the job listing for specific details
- Parental leave: Maternity leave comprises 18 weeks at full pay, followed by 21 weeks statutory pay and 13 weeks unpaid. Paternity leave is two weeks at full pay. Pension contributions and benefits are maintained throughout
- Workplace nursery scheme: Pay for your child’s nursery directly through payroll, saving tax and NI contributions
- Electric care lease: Use your flexible benefits fund to subsidize the pre-tax leasing of a brand-new electric or ultra-low-emission car
- Shopping vouchers: Use your flexible benefits fund on discounts and vouchers for many major retail, tech and restaurant chains
- BUPA private healthcare: BUPA healthcare is a core benefit for employees. Use your flexible benefits fund and/or salary sacrifice to add family members
- Anonymous counselling: Through our Modern Health benefit, employees and their dependents over 13 are eligible to use our mental health app and receive unlimited counselling and coaching each year
- Dental insurance: Use your flexible benefits fund to cover preventative and restorative treatment. You can also add coverage for family members
- Cycle to work: Buy a brand-new bike and save 25–40% on retail price thanks to tax savings
- Gym membership: Use your flexible benefits fund to discount a membership to a major gym chain
- Bonus: Based on a combination of your own performance and AVEVA’s financial results
- Pension: Use your flexible benefits fund to increase the standard employer contribution. You can also route your bonus directly into your pension, saving tax and NI
- Income protection: Secure a reliable income if you’re unable to work due to long-term sickness or injury
- Life assurance: In the event of your death, your loved ones will receive a lump sum
- Charitable giving: The Action for Good program gives you three days of paid volunteering every year, as well as match funding opportunities. You can also use your flexible benefits fund to give to charity pre-tax
- Professional development: Access to LinkedIn Learning gives you the chance to grow your knowledge and skills, while AVEVA’s extensive mentorship network allows you learn from colleagues across the company
- Education support: After one year with AVEVA, you can apply for support towards a relevant course or qualification. AVEVA will reimburse up to 70% of the cost
- Service recognition: Whether you’ve been with us for 12 months or 50 years (it’s happened!), the AVEVAversary program rewards you during milestone years with cash and time off. We also recognize your contributions by planting a tree in the AVEVA Forest, our global forest of recognition
Company HQ
Cambridge, UK
Leadership
Caspar Herzberg
(CEO)Before becoming CEO, served as AVEVA’s COO and CRO. Previously led Schneider Electric's business in more than 80 countries. Has spent more than 25 years in the technology industry, including senior leadership positions at Cisco and Accenture.
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