Manager, Corporate Strategy & Planning

AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies. Job Title: Manager, Corporate Strategy & Planning Location: London, United Kindgom - Hybrid (50% working at the office) Employment Type: Full-time permanent    The job   The Corporate Strategy & Planning team plays a central role in shaping AVEVA’s long‑term direction and growth. As a Manager, Corporate Strategy & Planning, you will support the development and execution of enterprise strategy and long‑range plans, working closely with senior leaders across the business. This is a hands‑on, analytical role in a lean, collaborative team, offering exposure to executive decision‑making and the opportunity to work at the intersection of industrial software, technology, and strategy.    Key responsibilities  Support enterprise strategy and long‑range planning through structured analysis, scenario evaluation, and executive‑ready materials Conduct financial, quantitative, and qualitative analyses to assess performance, portfolio choices, and strategic trade‑offs Analyze market, competitive, and industry trends across industrial software, engineering workflows, and asset‑centric operations Partner with Product, R&D, Sales, Finance, and GTM teams to inform strategic direction across the Design–Build–Operate–Optimize lifecycle Contribute to selective strategic initiatives, including growth priorities, portfolio reviews, and transformation efforts   Essential requirements  5–7 years of experience in strategy, corporate planning, consulting, or technical roles with strong analytical components Background or strong exposure to engineering, industrial software, industrial automation, or related technical domains Strong hands‑on analytical capability, including financial modeling and structured problem solving Ability to synthesize complex technical and commercial inputs into clear, actionable insights Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field   Desired skills  Intellectual curiosity and learning agility to quickly understand industrial domains, products, and customer workflows (Curiosity, Aspiration) Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholders (Trust) Results‑oriented mindset with a focus on practical impact and decision support (Impact) Collaborative working style, comfortable influencing across functions without direct authority (Trust)   Find out more: https://www.aveva.com/en/about/careers/  UK Benefits include:   Flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, education assistance program. It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive. Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/benefits/ Hybrid working We work in a hybrid way at AVEVA. Most roles are based at a local AVEVA office, with an expectation of being on-site 50% of your working hours to support collaboration and connection. Some positions are fully office-based depending on the nature of the work, and certain roles that support specific customers or markets may be remote. The working arrangement for this position will be confirmed during the hiring process. Hiring process Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process. Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process About AVEVA AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably. We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/ Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/ AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check.  Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria. AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.  AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.