Full Time/Hybrid - Minimum 3 days a week on siteAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven, curious and commercially minded individual to join our Corporate Strategy team in Bristol. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of our Defence business, providing insights and recommendations that influence important business decisions.As a Strategy Manager, you will lead a diverse range of projects, including market assessments, portfolio analysis and competitive intelligence. You will tackle complex business challenges, identify opportunities for growth and help develop strategies that strengthen our competitive position in the global Aerospace and Defence industry.Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world, leading innovation for over a century. We design, build, and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount. Within Defence, we are the second-largest global provider of defence aero-engine products and services, with more than 16,000 engines in service with 160 customers across 100 countries. Our engines power aircraft in every major sector, including transport, combat, patrol, training, helicopters and unmanned aerial vehicles.An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career and make a difference.What We OfferThis role provides an opportunity to develop your strategic and commercial expertise within a globally recognised organisation, working on challenges that directly influence business performance and long-term growth.Opportunities to work closely with senior leadership and influence strategic business decisions.Exposure to a broad range of business challenges, markets and commercial opportunities.Professional development and career growth within an international organisation.The opportunity to collaborate with teams and stakeholders across the wider business.Workplace flexibility, with onsite, hybrid and remote working arrangements depending on team and business requirements.What You Will Be DoingAs a Strategy Manager, you will be responsible for developing and delivering strategic insights that support business priorities, identify growth opportunities and inform key decisions.Leading the development of business visions and strategies, ensuring alignment with wider Group and functional strategies.Applying structured analysis, commercial judgement and strategic thinking to solve complex business problems.Leading market assessments, portfolio analysis and competitive intelligence activities to inform strategic priorities.Identifying emerging opportunities, risks and competitive threats, and developing appropriate strategic responses.Driving communication and stakeholder engagement to support the development and implementation of business strategies.Preparing and presenting clear, evidence-based strategic recommendations to senior business leadership.To be successful in this role, you should demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, commercial awareness and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across the business.An Associate's degree with at least 7 years of business or finance experience.A Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of business or finance experience.A Master's degree with at least 3 years of business or finance experience.A JD or PhD.By building a culture of caring and belonging, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.We welcome applications from people with a refugee background.You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our People | Rolls-Royce.As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. Job CategoryGlobal Strategy & Business DevelopmentPosting Date14 Oct 2026; Derby - Moor Lane (UK-EM)Type: Full time
Strategy Manager / Senior Manager in Bristol employer: Rolls-royce
At Rolls-Royce, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in our Bristol/Hybrid location. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and opportunities to engage in meaningful projects that shape the future of technology. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, we ensure that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to our collective success.
