Head of Strategy

BBC
London

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: F

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent Full-time. Two posts.

DEPARTMENT: Strategy BBC Group Strategy and Transformation

LOCATION: London 3 working days in the office with the remainder hybrid working

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 80000 - 95000pa depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

Were happy to discuss flexible working. If youd like to please indicate your preference in the application though theres no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Head of Strategy supports BBC Senior Leaders in the development and execution of the overall strategic direction of the BBC and its strategic priorities. The role involves people and project management and reports into a Controller of Strategy. We are recruiting for two posts.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM
The Strategy team helps the BBC define its future and develop a plan for getting there. We act as independent advisors to the leadership of the BBC partnering with senior leaders to develop creative and practical ideas for how the BBC and its services should evolve. We use data and insight to help the organisation evaluate trade-offs and choices where the answer isnt highly obvious.

We are a highly motivated energetic team passionate about the BBC and the future of public service broadcasting. We care about developing our people and about creating a great culture in which to work. The Strategy team is part of the Group Strategy & Transformation division with the Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer sitting on the BBCs Executive Committee.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

In addition to the specific responsibilities referenced above Head of Strategy roles at the BBC can be expected to:

  • Manage a range of complex strategy projects across the divisions that are designed to deliver pan-BBC and divisional strategy priorities. You will bring divisional experience and knowledge to cross-divisional strategic issues/projects.
  • Co-ordinate the development of longer-term strategy for the division based on review of key markets technology and audience trends and policy/regulatory developments. Contributing to objective setting and performance review process to ensure the division is accurately represented in the BBCs regular performance reports.
  • Advise directors and senior management on external developments in the market policy and technology and the implications for strategy development across the Group.
  • Support the Director Strategy and Controller Strategy in contributing to major pan-BBC strategy projects. This will include presenting compelling arguments and diagnostics to influence divisional boards and senior stakeholders.
  • Work closely with policy and regulatory legal in the delivery of strategic priorities including new service development.
  • Provide divisional boards with the strategic tools/approach needed to help them solve their business issues.
  • Line manage as required.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

  • In-depth knowledge of the media landscape in the UK and globally and experience in a senior management role and/or of undertaking strategy development within a large organisation or consultancy.
  • Substantial experience of leading complex projects with diverse stakeholders as well as being experienced in the resolution of politically sensitive issues.
  • Possess strong negotiating and influencing skills with the ability to influence decision-makers and be confident advising senior teams (to Director/Board level).
  • Demonstrable experience of presenting complex data and arguments in ways that are accessible to everyone.
  • Possess strong leadership skills with experience of leading and managing professional 2/3 professional teams including providing coaching and feedback.

If you can bring some of these skills and experiences along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

Before your start date you may need to disclose any unspent convictions or police charges in line with our Contracts of Employment policy. This allows us to discuss any support you may need and assess any risks. Failure to disclose may result in the withdrawal of your offer.

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Required Experience:

Director

Posted 2025-12-03

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