Strategy and Planning Assistant
Reference: 36795882
Umbrella Rate: £21.95 (Inside IR35)
Are you ready to be a pivotal part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation? This is your chance to join a company that’s driving transformation and innovation in the industry. As a Strategy and Planning Assistant, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of an exciting and fast-paced environment. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience, contribute to meaningful projects, and be part of a team that values collaboration, excellence, and growth.
What You Will Do:
• Set up new projects in SAP and act as the first-line approver for orders raised by project owners.
• Monitor all shopping carts, tracking value, purpose, timing, and expected invoicing.
• Track project spend against budgets from initiation to closure, ensuring accurate forecasting and timely updates.
• Support capital expenditure processes, ensuring compliance with internal standards and cost-conscious decision-making.
• Attend strategic forums, capturing minutes, actions, and decisions to maintain effective project oversight.
• Organise and support strategic planning meetings, preparing agendas, circulating materials, and tracking follow-up actions.
What You Will Bring:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong skills in Excel and SAP or a willingness to learn quickly.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong financial awareness and a cost-conscious mindset with high attention to detail.
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and teams.
• A proactive and structured approach to managing tasks and deadlines, with a focus on governance and compliance.
As a Strategy and Planning Assistant, you will contribute to the company’s long-term goals by ensuring capital projects are accurately set up, monitored, and governed from approval through to completion. Your work will directly support strategic forums and leadership discussions, enabling the company to maintain strong financial discipline and achieve its investment priorities. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a structured environment and enjoys being at the heart of strategic decision-making.
Location:
This exciting opportunity is based in Solihull, offering a vibrant and accessible work environment.
Interested?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to impactful projects, apply today to become a Strategy and Planning Assistant. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference and grow professionally.
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