Strategy & Planning Manager

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the SPEN CEO and Executive Team, providing timely briefings on operational and strategic objectives
• Lead and coordinate key strategic initiatives across the business to ensure alignment and clear ownership
• Support the development, coordination, and delivery of SPEN’s long-term strategy and priority initiatives
• Provide high-quality financial and operational analysis to inform executive decision-making
• Act as a key interface between SPEN and the wider ScottishPower and Iberdrola Group regarding strategic submissions and board papers
• Track and monitor business unit objectives, key risks, and opportunities to ensure accountability
• Prepare executive-level presentations and briefing packs for Operating Committees and Boards
• Oversee critical areas including headcount management and Long Term Outlook (LTO) planning

Requirements

• Relevant degree in business, finance, or a related discipline
• Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional qualification
• At least five years of post-qualified experience in a financial, investment, audit, or assurance environment
• Excellent PowerPoint and executive presentation skills
• Strong financial, commercial, and operational acumen
• Proven ability to solve complex, ambiguous business problems and distill them into actionable advice
• Experience working closely with senior leaders or Executive teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a regulated environment, utilities, or a large complex organisation
• Knowledge of the UK utilities sector and SPEN value drivers

Benefits

• Competitive salary with up to 30% bonus potential
• Car allowance and family medical insurance cover
• Pension scheme with double matching up to 10%
• 36 days annual leave plus holiday purchase options
• Share schemes and technology vouchers
• Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work schemes
• Healthcare options including dental and private medical insurance

About the Company

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, a global leader in wind energy and one of the world's largest integrated utility companies. We are building the electricity network of the future to support the transition to net zero, investing heavily in transmission infrastructure to support renewable energy growth.