1 to 25 of 46 Contract Strategic Thinking Jobs in the UK

Title: IT Director Job Description We are seeking a dynamic and strategic IT Director to join our team. In this exciting role, you will lead the strategy and integration of acquired companies, building key relationships with business units to spearhead transformation activities. Your mission will be to achieve … company-wide strategic portfolio of market-driven digital technology platforms designed for enrolment growth. This portfolio encompasses IT Infrastructure and IT Applications initiatives, alongside Cybersecurity and digital transformation projects. Responsibilities Lead the strategy and integration of acquired companies. Build relationships with business units to drive transformation activities. Manage ...

Management Office Role Purpose The PMO Lead is responsible for managing the Project Management Office function, ensuring governance, delivery standards, and portfolio oversight across strategic programs. This role requires leadership in establishing PMO frameworks, driving operational excellence, and enabling successful delivery of complex initiatives. Key Responsibilities Governance & Standards Define … transformation programs. Tools: MS Project, Jira, Confluence, Power BI, and PMO reporting tools. Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Key Competencies Strategic thinking and portfolio prioritization. Governance and compliance expertise. Data-driven decision-making and reporting. Ability to influence and drive change across diverse teams. ...

site Inside IR35 - Umbrella only Role description We are seeking a highly skilled ServiceNow Business Analyst to support the ongoing optimisation, governance, and strategic evolution of our ServiceNow platform. This role requires strong analytical capability, business acumen, and a deep understanding of digital workflows and enterprise service management. … ideal candidate will drive process improvements, support risk and control frameworks, and ensure our ServiceNow solutions align with strategic business objectives. Key Responsibilities Business Analysis & Requirements Gathering Lead end-to-end business analysis activities, including discovery, requirements elicitation, documentation, and validation. Translate business needs into clear functional designs, user ...

department is seeking a Senior Data Strategist to lead the creation and implementation of its long-term data strategy. This role requires an experienced strategic leader who can work across multidisciplinary teams, engage senior stakeholders, and drive actionable data transformation within a complex, fast-paced government environment. You will … shape a strategic data roadmap, define future operating and delivery models, embed governance frameworks, and address policy-level bottlenecks that limit data sharing across the organisation. The role requires strong strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, and experience implementing (not just writing) data strategies. Key Responsibilities Develop ...

scalable technology solutions. Oversee the architectural design and integration of complex systems across multiple projects and business units. Ensure that solutions are aligned with strategic goals, technology standards, and best practices. Participate in the development and review of technical architectures, ensuring quality, security, and performance. Provide technical leadership … certifications (e.g Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus. Salesforce experience highly advantageous Oracle Fusion experience desirable Key Competencies: Leadership and team development Strategic thinking and business acumen Technical depth and a passion for technology trends Ability to influence and build consensus across diverse teams Customer-centric ...

agile delivery models. Comfortable operating in multi-vendor environments and collaborating with third-party technology partners. Able to balance hands-on technical depth with strategic thinking and pragmatism. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build consensus across teams and levels of seniority. Excellent ...

agile delivery models. Comfortable operating in multi-vendor environments and collaborating with third-party technology partners. Able to balance hands-on technical depth with strategic thinking and pragmatism. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build consensus across teams and levels of seniority. Excellent ...

systems. Collaborate with technical architects and engineering teams to embed data principles into cloud-native and hybrid system designs. Advocate for data as a strategic asset, promoting approaches such as data-as-a-product and enabling secure, lawful, and trusted data sharing. Design and evolve modern data models … produce and align models across multiple subject areas. Metadata management: Ability to design and manage metadata repositories and advise on tools and processes. Strategic thinking: Communicate how activities align with strategic goals and deliver value. Problem resolution: Coordinate teams to resolve data-related issues and implement preventative ...

Information Security to ensure secure and compliant audience and data processes across ad platforms About You You'll bring a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and stakeholder confidence. Ideally, you'll have: Deep knowledge of the App Marketing Technology and App Media Strategy landscape Proven experience working ...

clear, actionable user stories and acceptance criteria Partner closely with delivery teams (engineering, UX, QA) to ensure high-quality, on-time portal delivery Balance strategic thinking with hands-on product ownership across the full delivery lifecycle Ensure digital portal experiences are intuitive, scalable, and aligned to modern digital ...

independently Ability to understand complex technologies and present their main concepts in an understandable and interesting manner Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strategic thinking In-depth knowledge of sales and marketing principles, and proficiency in CRM systems and digital marketing tools Highly organised, proactive, and results ...

independently Ability to understand complex technologies and present their main concepts in an understandable and interesting manner Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strategic thinking In-depth knowledge of sales and marketing principles, and proficiency in CRM systems and digital marketing tools Highly organised, proactive, and results ...

automation, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code to drive efficiency, reliability, and scalability across our clients' cloud environments. This role blends strategic thinking and hands-on execution, covering the full DevOps lifecycle, from source control and build automation to continuous testing, deployment, monitoring, and feedback loops. ...

premise and hybrid identity environments. Familiarity with PowerShell scripting and automation for identity management. Experience delivering identity solutions within secure or regulated environments. Strategic thinker with strong attention to detail and technical rigour. Confident leader capable of driving design decisions and influencing technical direction. Collaborative approach to problem-solving ...

Competencies Strong collaboration and teamwork. Commitment to continuous improvement. Accountability and empowerment. Transparency, respect, and inclusivity. Strong focus on safety and integrity. Long-term, strategic thinking. Professional Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to tailor to technical and non-technical audiences. Proven experience delivering high-quality work ...

Term Contract - London £110-£130K + benefits Reporting to the Transformation Director this is a key role for our client with responsibility for managing strategic change across the organisation for a major IT transformation programme. You will shape and deliver strategic change initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and ensure … leading large-scale organisational change. Strong leadership and influencing skills at executive level. Expertise in change management frameworks and business transformation. Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge/experience of Oracle Fusion would be advantageous This role requires hybrid working at least 2 days ...

relevant to cyber and information security Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex topics and influence outcomes Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, risk-based approach Confident communicator who can engage technical and non-technical audiences Collaborative leader who builds trust and credibility ...

relevant to cyber and information security Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex topics and influence outcomes Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, risk-based approach Confident communicator who can engage technical and non-technical audiences Collaborative leader who builds trust and credibility ...

with Node.js or Python Familiarity with Kubernetes or advanced AWS services Exposure to kiosk or POS hardware interfaces Accessibility (WCAG) compliance expertise Personal Qualities Strategic thinker with a bias for action Passionate about teaching and learning Collaborative and solution-focused Ownership mindset and commitment to delivering customer value Should ...

wireframes, UI, or delivery teams come into play. You'll explore emerging opportunities, define compelling value propositions, and help validate product-market fit through strategic thinking and conceptual design. If you thrive in ambiguity, enjoy tackling open-ended problems, and are excited by influencing senior leaders, this role … you. What You'll Do Lead early-stage discovery to uncover market opportunities, unmet needs, and strategic gaps Define and articulate clear value propositions and opportunity spaces Develop and test early concepts using lightweight, conceptual methods (eg storytelling, journey concepts, storyboards) Validate opportunities and product-market fit before ideas ...

Opportunity We are seeking a forward-thinking Strategic Programme Development Partner to lead the creation and delivery of a high-impact Digital Innovation and Enterprise Hub. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic, commercially minded programme leader to shape a new flagship centre for digital innovation … enterprise, and regional economic growth.In this role, you will develop and deliver the Hub’s first strategic and operational plan, working closely with senior stakeholders, external partners, funders, and industry representatives. You will oversee the establishment of a physical and digital innovation space, shaping programmes that support students, industry ...

Experience of RESTAPIs, containerisation technologies, micro-services architecture Ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as independently Excellent analytical, problem solving, and strategic thinking skills In depth knowledge ofbest coding practices, code management, agile development practices and continuous delivery Understand how to performance optimise and fine ...

logging Good understanding of best practices for development of security standards compliant systems Ability to deliver pragmatic solutions balancing project/programme constraints against strategic direction, reaching compromise where needed Proven ability to identify practical solutions and improvements, expressing complex ideas in clear business language Proven ability to think ...

logging Good understanding of best practices for development of security standards compliant systems Ability to deliver pragmatic solutions balancing project/programme constraints against strategic direction, reaching compromise where needed Proven ability to identify practical solutions and improvements, expressing complex ideas in clear business language Proven ability to think ...

logging Good understanding of best practices for development of security standards compliant systems Ability to deliver pragmatic solutions balancing project/programme constraints against strategic direction, reaching compromise where needed Proven ability to identify practical solutions and improvements, expressing complex ideas in clear business language Proven ability to think ...