Director of Strategy and Performance

Job description

Job title: Director of Strategy and Performance
Team: Strategy, Network and Insights
Location: Glasgow (Hybrid)
Salary:  £93,621
Grade: 2
Status: Permanent
Closing date: 31 May 2024
Job ref no: R00515

About Scottish Enterprise

At Scottish Enterprise, we're on a mission to elevate Scotland's economic prowess by driving levels of innovation, internationalisation, and investment.

Our strategic ambition is to cultivate a fair, green, and flourishing economy; one where businesses with growth potential and export ambitions thrive. We're committed to enabling businesses to innovate and scale, which will catalyse economic transformation.

The opportunity

As Scotland's national and international economic development agency, Scottish Enterprise is at the forefront of delivering transformational change. With an annual investment of approximately £300 million in the Scottish economy, we're poised to leverage our reach and track record to propel Scotland towards greater prosperity.

Now, as we gear up to realise the ambitions of the National Strategy for Economic Transformation (NSET), we're seeking a visionary leader to assume the role of Director of Strategy and Performance.

Key responsibilities

Leadership excellence

You'll direct our Strategy, Networks and Insights team, amplifying their capacity to drive strategic initiatives that align with our transformative agenda. You'll also provide overarching strategic guidance, ensuring synergy across mission delivery, operational capabilities and enabling services.

Strategic prowess

You'll lead the development of our economic growth strategy, collaborating closely with our CEO and senior management. You'll use robust scenario planning and modelling capabilities to refine our strategic framework and translate it into actionable plans.

Engagement and implementation

You'll articulate our strategy with precision and persuasiveness, tailoring messages to resonate with diverse stakeholders. You'll also forge strategic partnerships with public and private sector entities, both locally and internationally, to share risks and opportunities and drive mutual growth.

Continuous improvement

You'll lead efforts to gauge the impact of our interventions on Scotland's economy and broader societal objectives. You'll champion a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring that our initiatives drive tangible transformation and deliver measurable outcomes.

Skills and experience

We're seeking a candidate with:

• Extensive experience at senior levels, adept at navigating political landscapes and engaging with key stakeholders
• A profound understanding of Scottish Government policies and the dynamics of economic development
• A robust network spanning government, business organisations, and agencies involved in economic growth
• Visionary leadership capabilities, coupled with a knack for translating strategy into actionable plans
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to inspire and empower teams

Join us in shaping Scotland's future

If you're ready to embark on a journey of transformation and contribute to Scotland's economic renaissance, we invite you to apply for the role of Director of Strategy and Performance at Scottish Enterprise. Together, let's build a greener, fairer, and more prosperous Scotland.

Life at Scottish Enterprise

As one of Scotland’s Top 10 Flexible Employers, we pride ourselves on empowering our colleagues to work when and where they prefer so that they deliver as best they can, in support of our corporate plan.  

Learn more about working with us

How to apply

If you're interested in this role, please apply on the Aspen People websiteopens in a new window by Friday 31 May 2024.

Interview dates

• Initial interviews: w/c 10 June 2024
• Panel interviews: w/c 24 June 2024

Our values

Being part of Scottish Enterprise means being open to new ideas and trying different ways of working. We support each other to reach our full potential. We celebrate shared success and learn together when things don’t go so well. And we always treat each other fairly, with respect and understanding. Together, we are the difference.

Apply now to keep building your future with us

At Scottish Enterprise, we’re proud to celebrate difference. Diversity of experience and thought is vital to the success of our vision for the future of every community across Scotland. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required, not only during the application and assessment process, but throughout your employment with us.

We have the following networks which are open to all colleagues to help drive inclusion: Disability Positive, Gender Balanced, Multi-Cultural, Multi-Generational and Pride (LGBTQ+).