Strategy & Governance Manager

An opportunity has just become available for a highly motivated and experienced Strategy and Governance Manager to join our dynamic Sales team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in developing and implementing strategic initiatives, ensuring governance standards, and driving operational excellence within the Sales Function. Applicants can come from multiple industries but exposure to consultancy-based work is needed for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve sales targets and business objectives while collaborating with the Director of Sales to identify growth opportunities and optimise sales strategy and processes.
• Ensure compliance with governance policies and procedures, maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability.
• Analyse market trends, competitor activities, and customer insights to inform strategic decisions while leading cross-functional projects to improve sales performance and operational efficiency.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and drive continuous improvement while providing strategic guidance and support to the Sales team, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Global Business, or a related field; MBA or accountancy qualification preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What will you get for this role?

• A competitive market leading salary depending on skills, experience, and qualifications
• Annual performance related bonus and pay review
• Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days
• Free car parking
• Generous Health & dental insurance contributions after six months
• Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme and Approved Profit Share Scheme
• Cycle to Work benefit scheme
• TaxSaver Travel Scheme
• Family friendly parent’s (matching paternity and maternity leave) and carer’s leave.
• Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products plus discounts for Friends and Family
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Volunteering days
• Professional qualification support and transparent career progression plans

Aviva is for Everyone

Our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives are shaping an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or those with other caring responsibilities. Our approach helps to ensure that Aviva is a place which values difference and provides equal opportunities for all.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

We prefer all applications to be submitted online, however if you require an alternative method of applying, please contact Saidhbh.goonan1@aviva.com