Director Global Strategy

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Global Strategy Director

What We Need

Corpay is currently looking to hire a Global Strategy Director within our IVP Commercial team. This position falls under our International Vehicle Payments (IVP) line of business and is located in London, Victoria.

In this pivotal role, you will be driving organic & inorganic growth and will be a catalyst in shaping the company’s future success. Within the context of our overall vision, and by advocating the big picture with drive and passion, you will work both strategically and tactically to assess market opportunities, to conceptualize new ideas, present options and pitch to senior leaders. All this supported by compelling strategic rationale and quantitative business case analysis.

In order to thrive, you will possess a blend of business, strategic and new market development capabilities, technical awareness, along with excellent problem solving capability. In addition, you are highly motivated, a self-starter, capable of working both independently and in teams, across multiple projects, with ambitious drive and spirit. You will also possess a strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and be numerate and analytical, with the appetite and willingness to take ownership of projects and follow-through from initiation through completion.

You will report directly to our Chief Commercial Officer, IVP and regularly collaborate with the wider Strategy team, IVP business leaders and supporting teams across Europe and the UK.

How We Work

As a Global Strategy Director, you will be expected to work in a hybrid office environment. Corpay will set you up for success by providing:

• Assigned workspace in Vincent Square, London (Victoria)
• Company-issued equipment
• Formal, hands-on training. Support for you to complete professional certifications.
  
  

Role Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the role will include performing and/or managing the following:

Strategic Planning And Development

• Lead the formulation, development, and execution of corporate strategic plans including annual budgeting & target setting.
• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and threats.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to set strategic priorities and goals.
• Develop business models and scenarios to support strategic decision-making.
  
  

Lead Execution And Performance Monitoring

• Lead the implementation of strategic initiatives and projects.
• Establish performance metrics and monitoring systems to track progress against strategic goals.
• Provide regular updates to the executive team on the status of strategic initiatives.
  
  

Market, Partnerships And M&A

• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities.
• Identify emerging market opportunities including potential M&A and partnerships.
• Develop competitive intelligence strategies to inform business decisions.
  
  

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with department heads to ensure alignment of strategic initiatives across the organization.
• Facilitate cross-functional team meetings to drive collaboration and innovation.
• Support teams in translating strategic goals into operational plans.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with key stakeholders, including investors, partners, and customers, to communicate the company’s strategic direction.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners to support strategic initiatives.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's (required) or Master’s (preferably MBA) Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Management or related field

Prior experience working in strategy in a corporate environment or consulting firms.

Strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture and attention to detail.

Strong organization management and time management skills; ability to multitask and work well with urgency, while maintaining a strong attention to detail, and prioritising work within tight deadlines

Effective written & oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to connect with employees at all levels of the organization

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary (depending on experience) + bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays. Plus a holiday buy back scheme
• Pension scheme
• Health and wellness programs
• Significant career progression opportunities, with potential to take on a wider role in the future
• Opportunity to join a leading brand in a high growth global business
• Fun culture with company-wide contests and prizes
  
  

Our Company & Purpose

Corpay is a global leader in business payments, laser focused on developing smarter ways for businesses to pay their expenses. Since 2000, Corpay has developed innovative digital solutions that help businesses better track, manage, and pay their expenses. Today, Corpay is an S&P 500 company with hundreds of thousands of customers using our products in over 100 countries. Companies of all sizes, industries and geographies rely on our product portfolio to manage spending more quickly, efficiently and securely than ever before.

We embrace a culture grounded in five key values: integrity, collaboration, innovation, execution and people. These values offer you the opportunity to ‘thrive & grow’ through career development, volunteer, community, and wellness initiatives. This allows you to create a balance between professional goals and personal achievement.

Corpay is also committed to building and nurturing a culture of diversity, inclusion, equality, and belonging by:

• Welcoming people of different backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, genders, and sexual orientations;

Empowering our people to share their experiences and ideas through open forums and individual conversations; and

Valuing each person’s unique perspectives and individual contributions.

Embracing diversity enables our people to “make the difference” as CORPAY and its more than 8,000 employees continue to shape the future of global payments. Learn more by visiting www.Corpay.com or following Corpay on LinkedIn.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Corpay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Corpay provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, language, ancestry, genetic information, veteran and/or military status or any other group status protected by federal or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation for the application and/or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity and pay transparency, please click the following links: EEO and Pay Transparency

Why Join Corpay?

• Impact: Play a pivotal role in a function, bringing your expertise
• Global Reach: Be part of a company with a presence in over 80 countries and a team of more than 10,000 employees worldwide.
• Culture: Join a passionate, collaborative, and inclusive team that values your contributions.
• Rewards: Competitive compensation package, including equity, health benefits, and more.
• Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a fast-growing company.
  
  

CORPAY Enjoys Global Recognition Including

• Forbes Global Growth Champion: CORPAY (FLEETCOR) is one of the 250 fastest-growing companies in the world as determined by Forbes and Statista.
• Forbes World’s Most Innovative Companies: CORPAY (FLEETCOR) has made this prestigious list of leading innovative companies 4 years in a row!
• Fortune 1000 Company: CORPAY (FLEETCOR) was one of the largest movers in the new rankings of the largest companies in America, ranking #872.
• S&P 500: In 2018, CORPAY (FLEETCOR) joined the S&P stock index comprised of the 500 leading US stocks.