Strategy Manager

TL;DR

Strategy Manager (Academic & Government): Driving growth strategy for portfolio and product development with an accent on market intelligence, M&A screening, and complex data synthesis. Focus on aligning product roadmaps with long-term strategic goals and influencing senior stakeholders in a matrixed environment.

Location: London (United Kingdom)

hirify.global is a global leader in information and analytics, combining quality information and vast data sets to support science, research, and healthcare.

What you will do

• Lead portfolio and product-level strategy development across the Academic and Government segment.
• Provide strategic input to Product Leadership for roadmap alignment and market opportunity realization.
• Analyze competitive dynamics and market needs to identify M&A targets and new growth opportunities.
• Manage high-impact strategic initiatives including growth assessments and partnership evaluations.
• Communicate evidence-based insights to C-level executives and senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate across product, commercial, and strategy teams to drive execution.

Requirements

• Proven experience in top-tier strategy consulting or a significant in-house strategy role.
• Strong background in evaluating and developing strategies for data-driven or software products.
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Demonstrated success driving execution within cross-functional, matrixed teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced business or scientific degree (MBA, MSc, PhD) is highly desirable.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance with option to purchase additional days.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including private medical benefits.
• Competitive contributory pension scheme and Save As You Earn share options.
• Support for work-life balance through shared parental leave, sabbaticals, and flexible initiatives.
• Extensive learning and development resources to support long-term career growth.
• Volunteer days and active employee resource groups.