Head of Strategy Execution - International

A fantastic opportunity for a Head of Strategy Execution, working closely with the International leadership team to set, coordinate and deliver strategy across the International geography. This position will be based in London or Dubai. 

The Role:

Strategy formulation: Facilitates collaborative process, ensuring well-articulated and prioritised roadmap and set of medium and long-term goals

• Drafts strategy papers and presentations for key internal and external stakeholders
• Keeps informed of market developments and potential disruptions and revises strategy as appropriate
• Contributes to strategy formulation and ensures variations across the regions are embedded into planning
• Manages key global stakeholders; ensures relationships are established and they buy-in, contribute and support delivery of the International business plan

Planning and Execution: Focuses on plans to implement the strategy

• Works closely with Region, Business, and Function Heads across International to understand the internal culture and capabilities of each region to develop/execute local strategies and plans; in alignment to the International strategy and plan
• Coordinates interconnected initiatives / workstreams ensuring that they are working to common objectives and dependencies are managed
• Lead, design, implement and manage specific projects
• Implement and manage effective governance and be a source of guidance for the International regions

Governance & Reporting: Develop a framework to track objectives and performance

• Accountable for creating reports for International leadership team (and other stakeholders) and facilitate communicating progress to relevant audiences
• Use of data and analytics tools for reporting and comms purposes
• Work with Head of International to ensure there is appropriate governance and structure in place to drive connectivity and share best practice

Communications: Plays a key role in the development and execution of the International comms strategy

• Collaborates with the Regional Heads of International to develop a communications strategy that will deliver effective communications and ensure the International strategy is consistently understood and articulated both internally and externally
• Produces strategy content for key stakeholders
• Presentation of the strategy to internal / external stakeholders as required

What you'll bring:

• Experience gained in similar role within the insurance industry is essential
• A proven ability to work cross-functionally to develop joint strategies and to manage significant delivery initiative
• High levels of business and financial acumen with an understanding of company strategy and change management
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and influencing skills
• Strong facilitation skills – able to use inclusive and collaborative styles to manage ambiguity and gain agreement
• Strong skills in problem solving, planning and execution
• Project management experience and strong organizational skills

• Ability to act as an ambassador for the Company

What we offer:
Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email [email protected]