NHBC
Corporate Strategy Officer
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Corporate Strategy Officer
NHBC
Job Title
Corporate Strategy Officer (12-month fixed-term maternity cover)
Salary
£45,000 to £53,000
Location
Milton Keynes (minimum 2 days in office) Competitive benefits package
Closing Date
26th June 2026
Note: This opportunity has been re-advertised.
About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Corporate Strategy Manager, this position plays a crucial role in shaping and delivering NHBC’s corporate strategy and Group Business Plan. You’ll translate strategic priorities into clear, actionable direction, ensuring alignment with NHBC’s objectives.
NHBC is a leading insurance and warranty provider at the heart of the UK’s housing sector, collaborating with many of the country’s largest housebuilders. In this role, you will:
- Support the development and delivery of the Group Business Plan by providing high-quality, evidence-based insights on the economy, housing market, and broader operating environment.
- Work closely with Corporate Strategy Director and Senior Corporate Strategy Manager to inform senior decision-making and help NHBC fulfil its purpose—raising standards of housebuilding and protecting homeowners.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead a collaborative programme across NHBC, supported by the Corporate Strategy Manager, to:
- Develop strategic insights, initiatives, proposals, and business cases that align with NHBC’s strategy and plans.
- Turn market and business intelligence into actionable recommendations.
- Define measures and success factors to track progress against the Group Business Plan.
- Support communication of strategic direction across the organisation.
- Monitor key Group Business Plan assumptions (e.g., registrations, house prices, inflation) and identify trends.
- Design materials and facilitate cross-functional workshops to refine NHBC’s strategic approach.
- Support scenario planning and stress-testing exercises to assess future risks and develop contingency plans.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive strategy execution.
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Requirements
Required skills and experience:
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills – adept at engaging with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to analyse and interpret market/customer/business data, translating complex information into clear insights.
- Excellent analytical, report writing, and presentation skills – confident presenting insights at senior levels.
- Creative and strategic thinking – open to constructive challenge and generating solutions.
- Proven influencing and negotiation skills – navigating differing priorities to achieve alignment.
- Problem-solving – tackling multi-dimensional issues across the organisation.
- Self-motivated and adaptable – thrives independently or collaboratively.
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Desirable (but not essential):
- Knowledge of housebuilding/insurance/warrantee sectors and broader market dynamics.
- Familiarity with strategy tools (e.g., PESTLE, SWOT, scenario planning).
- Degree/diploma (or equivalent experience) in a related field.
Why Join NHBC?
NHBC stands out as a unique, forward-thinking employer in the housing sector:
- Core values: Elevating housebuilding standards and supporting homeowners.
- Growth mindset: Embrace technology, data, and innovation to drive transformation.
- Career development: Access to training, qualifications, and professional certifications.
- Flexibility: Supportive approach to hybrid/remote work arrangements.
Benefits Package
- 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Enhanced pension (up to 10.5%)
- Life assurance
- Subsidised private medical insurance
- Employee discounts platform
- 2 days volunteer leave
- Enhanced parental leave/pay for new parents
Culture
Inclusive environment where diversity and belonging are celebrated. Employee networks foster meaningful conversations and advocacy.
Passionate about transforming housebuilding? Join NHBC’s mission today.
NHBC is an equal opportunities employer.
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