Planning Manager / Full time in London

About the Role: You are part of the larger Strategy, M&A and Investments Team reporting to the Global Head of Corporate Strategy. Specifically, this role focuses on our S&P Global (SPGI) Corporate Strategy supporting a broad range of strategic activities for a business of approximately $14 billion in revenue and over 40,000 employees worldwide.

The Impact: The Director, Corporate Strategy is a critical member of the Strategy team and the broader Finance, Strategy, M&A, Corporate Development and Partnerships community. You are focused on driving the near- and long-term strategic objectives for the business and engaging the Enterprise Leadership Team. You will manage multiple complex projects of significant impact at one time, often across departmental boundaries and geographies. You will influence senior leaders across the business and functional groups and build consensus and ownership of ideas, plans and output.

In this role, you will partner closely with teams across S&P Global to identify and assess organic and inorganic growth opportunities. Oversee a broad range of strategic priorities to ensure deliverables complete on time, which may involve moving strategic initiatives from concepts to actionable business concepts. Oversee or lead project-specific cross-function teams to deliver excellent strategy output.

In close partnership with Divisional Strategy leads and the overall SPGI Strategy, M&A and Partnership team, work on strategic advisory projects focused on strategy development and execution, corporate development, and strategic partnerships (including market entry strategies, executive presentations, financial analysis). Analyze businesses and opportunities to assist the company in executing strategic decisions. Develop and maintain financial analysis models to assist in investment evaluation and business case development, project prioritization and investment approval process.

Participate in the preparation of communication of SPGI strategy and updates to the board of directors and to the investor community. Participate in the identification of changes in market conditions, industry trends, regulatory environment, regional or country macro-economic factors, etc. Proactively engage with stakeholders to source, evaluate, and develop new business opportunities.

10+ years of relevant experience including but not limited to financial analysis, M&A modelling and execution, strategy, and/or senior executive exposure and support. Demonstrated ability to drive projects with significant strategic impact. Excellent communication and relationship management capabilities, including strong executive level PowerPoint skills and ability to summarise strategic rationale succinctly and clearly. Solid business acumen with knowledge and awareness of the financial data industry and markets.

Additional Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, Master's degree in related field or MBA strongly preferred. Preference to candidate with knowledge of application of AI to financial services, emerging technologies, and experience developing technology strategies.

Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energised for your time on. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer: S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.