Corporate Strategy Manager, FTSE 100 Consumer Business recruitment

 Our client is a FTSE 100 consumer business, based in central London. They are one of the most successful FMCG businesses and operate through a diverse range of brands. They have also maintained positive growth over the last decade and have continued to expand in new markets through organic growth and development.

They are now looking to add a Corporate Strategy Manager to their Corporate Development Group, who will work as part of the corporate development and strategy team. This teak works on both strategic planning at group/ divisional level and (2) non organic growth initiatives through mergers and acquisitions and corporate investment  It’s a high calibre group working closely with the board.  The team been seen as a focal point for excellence throughout the group.

Candidates will have a background as follows:

-  Strategy consultants with tier one consulting firms, probably with between 4 – 8 years experience, or strategy professionals with other major international groups

-  Consumer and retail experience is useful although not essential.

-  Excellent professional training in the formulation of corporate strategy

-  Strong communication skills, able to build, develop and influence at both senior management level and at operating company level

-  Exceptional academic background