Strategy Lead UK

📋 Description

• • BJAK is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Strategy Lead for the UK market, a pivotal role designed to shape and drive the company's most critical strategic initiatives. This position operates at the intersection of high-level strategy and tangible execution, ensuring that BJAK's ambitious goals in the UK are not only clearly defined but also meticulously planned and successfully implemented. You will be instrumental in translating strategic visions into actionable plans, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring that every initiative contributes directly to our mission of building superior application platforms globally and fostering societal efficiency through technology.
• • As the Strategy Lead, you will be a key partner to senior leadership, deeply involved in defining the strategic priorities, Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), and high-impact initiatives that will propel BJAK's growth and success in the UK. This involves not just identifying opportunities but also structuring them into clear, measurable execution plans that resonate across the organization. Your ability to think like a founder, coupled with a pragmatic approach to execution, will be crucial in navigating the complexities of a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• • A core responsibility of this role is to drive the end-to-end execution of strategic, cross-functional initiatives. This requires exceptional stakeholder management skills, the ability to structure complex projects into manageable workstreams, and a relentless focus on tracking delivery against defined outcomes. You will be the linchpin connecting different departments, ensuring seamless collaboration and alignment towards shared objectives. Your proactive approach to identifying and resolving bottlenecks will be essential in maintaining momentum and achieving desired results.
• • The Strategy Lead will play a significant role in supporting BJAK's market expansion and growth planning within the UK. This involves conducting in-depth market analysis, developing robust business cases for new ventures, and providing hands-on execution support for newly launched initiatives. Your insights will directly inform strategic decisions regarding market entry, product development, and customer acquisition, contributing to BJAK's ambitious growth trajectory.
• • To ensure transparency and accountability, you will be responsible for building and maintaining essential frameworks, dashboards, and performance tracking mechanisms. These tools will provide senior leadership with critical visibility into the progress of strategic initiatives, potential risks, and necessary trade-offs. By establishing clear metrics and reporting structures, you will empower data-driven decision-making and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• • A key aspect of this role is to proactively identify inefficiencies and execution gaps within the business. You will collaborate closely with various teams to diagnose these issues, propose effective solutions, and implement changes that enhance operational effectiveness and streamline business processes. Your ability to influence without formal authority will be vital in driving these improvements across the organization.
• • Furthermore, you will be tasked with preparing comprehensive analysis, compelling materials, and well-reasoned recommendations to support leadership decision-making. This includes preparing for crucial reviews, strategic planning sessions, and executive discussions, ensuring that leadership is equipped with the information needed to make informed and impactful choices. Your communication skills will be paramount in distilling complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• • BJAK is a company that values engineering and product excellence, operating within a very flat organizational structure. All team members are expected to be hands-on and contribute directly to the company's mission. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership on company-defining initiatives, gain broad exposure across markets and functions, and tackle significant growth challenges. If you thrive in a no-politics culture that prioritizes speed, ownership, and results, this is the ideal environment for you.
• • The successful candidate will join a densely talented, highly motivated team focused on creating successful businesses and positively impacting society. You will have the opportunity to shape strategy and execution within a market-leading, fast-growing tech platform, owning high-impact projects with genuine business visibility. This role is designed for an individual who is eager to make a substantial contribution and grow alongside a pioneering company.