Business Strategist

Business Strategist

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours/week)
Salary: £43,800 – £58,500 per annum
Application Deadline: 31 August 2025
Interview Date: 8 September 2025
Visa Sponsorship: Available via Skilled Worker route

Job Description

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is seeking a Business Strategist to join its Strategy team. The successful candidate will use financial modelling, analytical thinking, and strategic insight to support senior leadership on organisation-wide challenges.

About the Role

As a Business Strategist, you’ll immerse yourself in the business, markets, and competitive environment. You will:

  • Analyse and report on strategic initiatives
  • Present recommendations and coordinate key projects
  • Support the development and implementation of corporate strategy
  • Lead and contribute to strategic planning and performance monitoring

About You

You are a detail-oriented, self-motivated professional who can manage complex data and present insights clearly and concisely. You are:

  • Highly analytical and financially literate
  • A strong communicator and collaborator
  • Comfortable working independently and leading initiatives
  • Passionate about education and innovation

Rewards and Benefits

  • 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Private medical insurance and permanent health insurance
  • Group personal pension scheme
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Life assurance (up to 4x salary)
  • Flexible, hybrid working
  • Green travel schemes

How to Apply

Apply by Sunday, 31 August 2025.
Interviews will be held on 8 September 2025.
Note: This is a two-stage interview process. Successful candidates will undergo standard background checks.

Visit Cambridge Careers Page to apply.
Contact: Stephanie Pass – stephanie.pass@cambridge.org

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities.

International Applicants

We are an approved UK sponsor under the Skilled Worker visa route. International candidates eligible under this route are encouraged to apply.