Strategy Manager

Strategy Manager

About the role

We are looking for a Strategy Manager to join our Strategy & Technical team and help shape the future of transport and logistics solutions across NTS and the wider NDA Group.

This is a highly collaborative role that sits at the intersection of strategy, planning, analysis and stakeholder engagement. You'll support the development of transport strategies across rail, shipping, road transport and packaging activities, helping to deliver improved outcomes for customers while supporting wider organisational and Group objectives.

Working with stakeholders across NTS, the NDA Group, government organisations and industry partners, you will contribute to strategic planning, scenario development, portfolio governance and cross-business collaboration. The role offers a unique opportunity to influence long-term decision-making and support the delivery of nationally important programmes within the nuclear transport sector.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the development and delivery of transport and logistics strategies across rail, shipping, road transport and packaging activities
• Contributing to Group Strategic Planning activities, including scenario planning, portfolio governance and strategic analysis
• Supporting collaboration across NTS and NDA Group operating companies to develop Group-wide transport solutions
• Acting as a key interface between NTS and Group Strategic Planning teams, coordinating inputs from strategy, finance, planning and technical experts
• Collecting, analysing and assuring transport data and planning information to support strategic decision-making
• Undertaking research, demand assessments, option appraisals and business analysis to identify opportunities for improvement
• Supporting the identification and escalation of strategic risks, opportunities, assumptions and dependencies
• Coordinating and supporting strategic initiatives, projects and improvement programmes
• Preparing papers, presentations, reports and briefing materials for governance forums and senior stakeholders
• Supporting governance activities through action tracking, stakeholder engagement and follow-up activities
• Building and maintaining effective relationships across NTS, the NDA Group, customers, suppliers and industry bodies
• Representing NTS at relevant meetings, forums and stakeholder events
• Supporting wider NTS strategic priorities and cross-functional projects as required
• Promoting the NTS values of Freedom, Helpfulness and Drive

Training & development

At NTS, we are committed to developing our people and providing opportunities to broaden experience across strategy, planning and stakeholder engagement.

This role offers:

• Exposure to strategic decision-making across NTS and the NDA Group
• Opportunities to contribute to nationally significant transport and logistics programmes
• Development in strategy, portfolio management and business planning disciplines
• Exposure to senior stakeholders across government, industry and the nuclear sector
• Opportunities to build expertise across transport, logistics and infrastructure planning

Who we’re looking for

Experience

• Experience supporting strategy development, business planning, scenario planning or portfolio management activities
• Experience conducting research, analysis and option appraisal to support decision-making
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders across different functions or organisations
• Experience preparing reports, governance papers, presentations and briefing materials
• Experience managing competing priorities and delivering work to deadlines
• Experience within a complex organisation or regulated environment is desirable

Knowledge

• Understanding of strategic planning and decision-making processes
• Knowledge of the NDA Group and the role of operating companies in delivering Group objectives
• Awareness of transport, infrastructure, logistics or related sectors
• Understanding of governance, risk management and portfolio planning principles
• Awareness of nuclear transport or radioactive material transport activities is desirable

Skills & behaviours

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present complex information clearly and effectively
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capability
• Ability to identify and communicate risks, opportunities and emerging issues
• Well organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proactive and collaborative approach to work
• Ability to work independently while contributing to wider team objectives
• Curious, strategic and solutions-focused mindset

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Science, Engineering, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience

Desirable

• Professional qualifications relating to Strategy, Project Management, Business Analysis or a related field
• Knowledge or experience within transport, logistics, infrastructure or nuclear sectors

The Kind of People We’re Looking For

We’re interested in who you are, not just what’s on your CV.

You’re likely to thrive at NTS if you:

• Take ownership of your work and enjoy being trusted to deliver
• Are collaborative, approachable and naturally supportive of others
• Care about doing the right thing, in the right way
• Are curious and motivated to learn, improve and grow
• Communicate openly and act with integrity and respect
• Are comfortable working in a purpose-driven, highly regulated environment

You don’t need to tick every box on day one — we value potential, attitude and alignment with our culture just as much as experience.

Benefits

• 30 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Buy / Sell annual leave
• Health Shield
• Nuclear Pension Scheme
• Hybrid working
• Family-friendly policies
• Bonus
• Professional development and career progression opportunities