Strategy Specialist

Entity:

Customers & Products

Job Family Group:

Strategic Planning & Business Development Group

Job Description:

Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and opportunity, we are looking for dedicated individuals who can help us pursue commercial growth through insight, expertise, and innovation. We are committed to delivering sustainable outcomes, advancing digital solutions, and strengthening collaboration across our business and beyond—and you could be part of that journey.

About the job:

We’re looking for a Strategy Specialist to join our UK Mobility & Convenience (M&C) team. This is a high-impact role at the heart of the business, where you’ll help shape strategy, influence investment decisions, and drive future growth across mobility, convenience, and digital propositions.

If you enjoy turning data into clear insights, partnering with senior stakeholders, and influencing real business decisions – this could be a great fit.

What you’ll be doing:

In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping the UK M&C strategy and supporting leadership decision-making. You will:

• Deliver in-depth market, customer, competitor, and financial analysis to inform strategy

• Support the development and refresh of the UK business strategy, aligned to wider business priorities

• Evaluate new business models, partnerships, and investment opportunities

• Provide insight and recommendations to senior leadership on investment decisions, trade-offs, and performance

• Lead strategic planning cycles, including scenario planning and risk assessment

• Oversee capex performance, including allocation, tracking, and benefits realisation

• Build dashboards and tools to track performance and key strategic critical metrics

• Work closely with teams across finance, operations, and digital to ensure strategy is delivered effectively

• Prepare clear, impactful updates, reports, and presentations for senior partners

• Stay up to date with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies

• Lead and develop a small team, creating a positive, inclusive, high-performing environment

What we’re looking for:

We know not everyone will tick every box – if this role excites you, we’d still love to hear from you.

• Relevant experience in strategy, consulting, or business analysis roles

• Strong analytical and financial skills, including business case development and investment evaluation

• Confidence working with data and tools like Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or SQL

• The ability to turn complex information into clear, actionable insights

• Experience working with and influencing senior partners

• Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

It’s great if you also have:

• Mobility, convenience retail, energy transition, or digital services

Why Join us:

At bp, we offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can grow and develop your career. We provide flexible ways of working, competitive benefits, and opportunities to learn within a global organisation. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. We understand that people have different priorities and responsibilities, which is why we offer a range of benefits and flexible options to help you balance work and life effectively. Join us in shaping the future and take the next step in your career with bp. Apply now.

Travel Requirement

Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

customer and competitor understanding, Customer Segmentation, Digital Fluency, Digital Innovation, Generating customer insights, Innovation Management, Integrated Planning, Managing strategic partnerships, market, Offer and product knowledge, Offer Development, Partner relationship management, Performance and planning, Performance management, Product Ownership, Project Management, Sector, Stakeholder Engagement, Using market research effectively

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

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