Operations Strategy and Planning Manager, Wayve

• This is an ideal role for someone with a strong consulting or strategy background who wants to apply rigorous analytical thinking to one of the most operationally complex and consequential challenges in technology: deploying autonomous vehicles at scale
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree, with prior experience at a top-tier management consulting firm or in a strategy/operations role at a high-growth technology company
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills — comfortable working with large datasets to generate insights, build models, and support data-driven decision-making
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives from scoping through to delivery in fast-paced environments with competing priorities
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills — able to synthesise ambiguous information into clear frameworks and present confidently to senior leadership
• Experience leading planning processes (annual planning, headcount modelling, budget management) in a dynamic, scaling organisation
• A structured thinker with a bias for action — someone who can bring order to ambiguity without losing sight of the bigger picture
• Comfortable operating with significant autonomy while maintaining close alignment with leadership priorities
• We understand that everyone has a unique set of skills and experiences and that not everyone will meet all of the requirements listed above. If you’re passionate about self-driving cars and think you have what it takes to make a positive impact on the world, we encourage you to apply

Desirable

• We’re looking for an Operations Strategy and Planning Manager to join Wayve’s Commercial & Operations organisation, acting as a strategic force multiplier for our global Fleet Operations function
• This role sits at the intersection of data, strategy, and execution, translating fleet performance and operational complexity into clear strategic direction and actionable plans
• You’ll work closely with the Head of Commercial Operations and the Fleet Operations leadership team to drive the strategic agenda — from annual planning and headcount modelling to cross-functional initiatives and executive reporting
• Strategic Planning & Roadmapping: Own the operations annual and quarterly planning cycles — translating organisational priorities into structured plans with clear milestones, owners, and interdependencies across global fleet operations teams
• Data-Driven Insights: Synthesise fleet performance data, operational metrics, and capacity trends into strategic recommendations that inform leadership decisions and drive continuous improvement across the operations organisation
• Headcount & Budget Planning: Lead headcount modelling and budget planning for the operations function, partnering with Finance and People teams to ensure resource allocation is aligned to strategic priorities and growth targets
• Special Projects: Own and drive high-priority, time-sensitive initiatives that cut across teams and functions — from standing up new operational capabilities to supporting commercial programme launches and global expansions
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Serve as the connective tissue across Wayve’s global fleet operations teams — aligning regional leads, surfacing blockers, and ensuring consistent execution against shared goals
• Executive Communication: Develop high-quality materials for leadership reviews, board updates, and cross-functional forums — distilling complex operational realities into clear narratives that drive alignment and decision-making
• Operating Rhythm: Design and maintain the operational cadence for the function — including leadership forums, OKR tracking, and communications — ensuring the team is focused on the right priorities at the right time