A fast-evolving European financial services group is looking for a Head of Strategy & Execution to partner directly with the Group CEO in shaping and driving the next phase of growth and organisational evolution.¡Inscríbase sin demora! Se espera un gran volumen de solicitantes para el puesto que se detalla a continuación, no espere para enviar su CV.This is not a classic “strategy” role.Europe | Direct report to Group CEOA fast-evolving European financial services group is looking for a Head of Strategy & Execution to partner directly with the Group CEO in shaping and driving the next phase of growth and organisational evolution.This is not a classic “strategy” role. It is a CEO-level execution mandate.We are looking for someone who combines top-tier strategic thinking with the ability to drive alignment and delivery across multiple entities and countries.WHY THIS ROLE IS DIFFERENTYou will operate at Group level, working side‑by‑side with the CEO on the most critical priorities:Defining and sequencing strategic initiativesTranslating ambition into structured roadmapsDriving cross‑entity alignmentEnsuring disciplined follow‑throughThere is no formal line management responsibility, but the role operates under the direct mandate of the Group CEO and carries significant cross‑organisational influence.The position sits at the intersection of strategy, transformation and governance,



supporting the Group’s evolution towards a more integrated and centralised operating model.WHAT YOU WILL DOStrategic Agenda ShapingStructure complex strategic questions for CEO and Board discussionsClarify trade‑offs and prioritisation across competing initiativesTranslate high‑level direction into actionable plans and milestonesGroup‑Level ExecutionCoordinate major cross‑country initiatives, including operating model evolution, IT and process transformation, and governance enhancementsEstablish tracking frameworks and follow‑up disciplineIdentify execution risks early and push for resolutionExecutive SupportPrepare high‑quality materials for Executive Committee and BoardAct as a sparring partner to the CEO on strategic and organisational topicsEnsure that decisions are effectively implemented across entitiesRequisitosIDEAL BACKGROUND8–15+ years of experience in strategy consulting (top‑tier or leading boutique strongly preferred) and/or senior in‑house strategy or CEO Office rolesDirect exposure xcskxlj to CEO or ExCom environmentsExperience in multi‑country or multi‑entity organisationsComfortable operating in complex and regulated environmentsKEY CAPABILITIESStrong strategic structuring and analytical thinkingAbility to translate ambiguity into clear priorities and execution roadmapsSenior stakeholder management across functions and geographiesHigh execution discipline and personal accountabilityAbility to influence without formal line authorityNICE TO HAVEExposure to insurance, reinsurance, banking or other regulated financial servicesM&A; or post-merger integration experienceFinancial modelling, investment cases or multi‑year planning exposureMBA or equivalent postgraduate education#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 (Italian Mandatory) Head of Strategy & Execution (Insurance)
🏢 Talent
📍 Madrid