BAE Systems
Senior Leader Strategy & Transformation
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Senior Leader - Strategy and Transformation
Job Location: Preston (Hybrid) Salary: Circa £82,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
About BAE Systems
Join BAE Systems and be part of a global colleague network that drives progress and safeguards what matters most. Your skills and perspectives will help pioneer advanced defence, aerospace and security solutions, shaping a safer future for everyone.
About the Role
This hands-on Senior Leadership role ensures IT service transformation aligns with business objectives through strategic innovation in digital, data and cyber functions. Your work will challenge the status quo and champion change, building the organisation’s capability through business-focused transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement IT transformation strategies aligned with organisational goals.
- Identify and assess emerging technologies and their potential impact on the business.
- Lead IT transformation projects, ensuring timely, budgeted, and high-quality delivery.
- Drive organisational change, including creating change management plans and clear communication.
- Select and implement new technologies and solutions, optimising existing systems and infrastructure.
- Use data analytics to measure the success of transformation initiatives and identify optimisation areas.
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Essential Requirements
- Experience in IT transformation projects at a global scale across varied security tiers.
- Proven ability to challenge and innovate within consulting frameworks, influencing stakeholders without formal authority.
- Familiarity with ITIL, SIAM, Agile, and Product Management methodologies.
- Experience managing major IT outsourcing contracts.
- A track record of drawing diverse teams together to deliver customer-focused solutions.
The Team
You’ll join the Enterprise IT Strategy & Transformation Team, leading some of BAE Systems’ largest IT transformations—including critical supplier changes and restructuring in digital, data, and cyber. The team combines deep strategy work with hands-on delivery across multiple security cleared environments.
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Why Choose BAE Systems?
- Career growth with lifelong learning and a supportive environment.
- Recognition and rewards, tailored to personal and family needs.
- Inclusive culture, valuing diversity for strengthened outcomes.
- Flexible and sustainable working models, balanced lifestyle support.
We actively encourage applications from all candidates and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process if needed.
Important Security Information
Roles may require compliance with security and export control restrictions based on factors like nationality, place of birth, and residency history. Minimum clearance needed: BPSS. Some roles require National Security Vetting (typically requiring 5–10 years of UK residency for vetting-eligible candidates).
Closing Date: 14 July 2026 (early closure possible upon sufficient applications). Apply soon to secure consideration.
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