Senior Commercial Strategy Manager

Job Description

Drive Strategic Impact at Virgin Media O2At Virgin Media O2, we’re combining the UK’s fastest broadband with its most loved mobile network to create a digital-first, customer-focused business. As we continue to grow and evolve, we’re looking for a Senior Commercial Strategy Manager to help shape the future of our Consumer business.In this key role, you’ll lead strategic projects that drive growth, improve performance, and unlock new opportunities across our core Fixed and Mobile services. You'll bring strong analytical thinking, a collaborative approach, and a passion for solving complex business challenges. Your insights will influence decisions at the highest levels, and you’ll work closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to turn strategy into results.Reporting to the Head of Commercial Strategy, you’ll be part of a high-performing, inclusive team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your development is supported. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Who we are The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too. We put our customers first, making life simpler, smoother, and more joyful. With big ambitions and a brilliant team, we’re building a more connected future for everyone.Our ways of workingWe’re a flexible-first organisation, because we know people do their best work when they have choice and clarity. To support meaningful collaboration, we ask everyone to spend at least eight days each month connecting in person.That doesn’t just mean time in the office, it could be team meetings, offsites, volunteering days, cross-functional projects, or away days - anywhere meaningful collaboration happens. What matters is making those moments purposeful, so when we come together, it really counts.Accessible, inclusive and equitable for allVirgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us. The must haves In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

• Analytical approach. You have hands-on financial-model-building and deep Excel expertise that turn numbers into clear insight
• Structured problem solver with a discernment for business. You can frame and bring structure to large, complex, or ambiguous problems. You understand the implications for the business and for individuals.
• Problem solver. You can identify the key issues that impact business decisions and have excellent analytical skills to drive insights. You can interpret data ranging from customer surveys to cash flow statements.
• Disciplined project manager. You are always thinking a few steps ahead, laying out thoughtful and achievable project plans. You understand how to engage others and what information and data you need to achieve your goals.
• Independent doer. You desire a high level of responsibility and can work with minimal supervision. You are comfortable working in a high-intensity environment.
• Professional experience and exposure to consulting / strategy / commercial desired at Manager level.

The other stuff we are looking for We'd also love you to bring;

• Great communicator. You are able to build a compelling story with clear and visually appealing slides to actively involve senior collaborators. You can articulate complex messages in a clear manner. You can tailor the message to your audience to onboard teams with different priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and determined with a strong work ethic.
• Commitment to team play.

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a two stage interview process.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

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