At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic initiatives that shape global academic publishing and drive innovation.
- Company: Join Taylor & Francis, a leading name in academic publishing with a rich history.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, 25 days annual leave, and health benefits.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on how knowledge reaches millions worldwide.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills and experience in strategy or consulting required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Company Description: Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge, and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100. Taylor & Francis is one of the world’s largest publishers of high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarly journals, books, e-books, and reference works. Our purpose is to foster human progress through knowledge.
What we offer in return: At Taylor & Francis we care about our colleagues, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing, and flexible working. You will be joining a thriving business, working alongside an exceptional group of people. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities, and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about.
Job Description: Ready to shape the future of global academic publishing? Join Taylor & Francis as we transform how knowledge reaches millions of researchers, students, and professionals worldwide. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to translate complex business challenges into actionable strategic recommendations.
As Senior Strategy Manager at Taylor & Francis, you will be in the strategic engine room behind initiatives that reach 10+ million researchers worldwide. From AI-powered content platforms to market expansion across 190 countries, your insights will directly shape how knowledge flows globally and fosters human progress. This is a proactive and dynamic role focused on making impact and driving collaboration to ensure execution of the highest level against business-wide strategies.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Strategic Planning & Analysis: Play a critical role in strategic planning and Informa Group processes e.g. board meetings, multi-year financial planning. Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives from conception through to implementation.
- Data-led Commercial Insights: Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend assessment to inform strategic decision-making.
- Project Management & Execution: Lead high-priority strategic projects with multiple stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
- Stakeholder Management & Communication: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across all organizational levels.
Qualifications:
- A proven ability to develop and implement impactful strategic initiatives.
- Data Mastery: Expertise in transforming complex datasets into compelling executive presentations and actionable insights.
- Global Mindset: Ability to navigate international markets and global growth opportunities.
- AI-Forward: Proficiency in leveraging cutting-edge tools, including AI and data analytics platforms.
- Exceptional Communication: Strong stakeholder management and the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
- Experience: Top-tier consulting background or equivalent strategy experience.
Additional Information:
Location: We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That's why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. The successful candidate will be able to utilise our balanced working model. We ask that candidates live within a reasonable commuting distance of our office in either Milton Park Oxfordshire (OX14) or London Blackfriars.
What we offer in return: An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture, 25 days annual leave per year plus a day off for your birthday, 3 additional discretionary days off during the holiday season, 4 paid volunteering days each year, company funded single cover private medical insurance, employee assistance programme, Share Match plan, pension scheme, life assurance, plus optical and medical care.
If you’re excited about working with Taylor & Francis to foster human progress through knowledge, we invite you to apply even if your existing skills and experience don’t fit every item listed above. We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed.
Senior Strategy Manager employer: Informa Group .
At Taylor & Francis, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a flexible working culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development plans and a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. Located in Milton Park, our collaborative office space fosters creativity and connection, making it an ideal place for those passionate about advancing knowledge and human progress.
