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Principal - Strategy, Transformation and Change at The Barton Partnership

Location: London (Hybrid)

Start Date: 20th October 2025

Contract: Fixed-Term, 10 Months

Industry: Consumer Services / Fitness / Multi-Site Operations

The Opportunity

A dynamic, fast-growing UK consumer brand is seeking an Interim Senior Strategy Manager to join its lean but high-impact strategy team. This is a 10-month fixed-term contract covering a sabbatical, offering high visibility across the executive team and the chance to shape strategic initiatives during a pivotal growth phase.

You’ll work directly with the Strategy & Corporate Development Director (ExCo member) and collaborate with senior leaders across the business. The role spans long-term planning, strategic issue resolution, external market monitoring, and investor communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and initiative development


• Evaluate market trends, competitor moves, and consumer dynamics


• Develop business cases and present recommendations to senior stakeholders


• Support investor presentations and strategic communications


• Bridge strategy and execution across cross-functional teams

Ideal Candidate

• Ex-consultant with 3+ years’ experience


• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills


• Commercially astute with ability to interpret financials


• Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable


• Experience in consumer-facing, multi-site, or digital businesses


• Passion for fitness is a plus, but not essential

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Strategy/Planning and Consulting

Industries

• Consumer Services and Hospitality