Head of Technical Strategy and Transformation

This is a key time to be joining British Airways as we Build a Better BA. We take huge pride in our past – but we’re looking to the future as an airline that loves embracing the best of modern Britain. Our country’s creativity, diversity, style, wit and warmth are the same special qualities that make us who we are. If you’re made of the same qualities as us, you could soon be part of the next chapter of our story. Together as one team, we’re connecting Britain with the world and the world to Britain like no one else

Great journeys require first class aircraft and components and that is why our unrivalled engineering function is so important to the British Airways experience. We are delighted to be recruiting for this new key role within the Technical Directorate which will define, develop and execute the BA Technical Strategic Plan. As the Aviation Industry continues to rebuild, this role will be critical in defining including supporting key business decisions around future products, footprint and strategic alliances.

As a core member of the BA Technical leadership team, you will lead the transformation initiatives and be accountable for:

• Defining BA’s Engineering and Maintenance strategy, working closely with BA and IAG strategy to ensure aligned strategic thinking.
• Fostering and channel strategic thinking in the organisation, developing the strategic plan for the next 5 to 10 years, including scenario analysis to facilitate decision making; analysis of financial climate, market trend, partnership and alliances and output inclusion in the financial planning cycles.
• Leading key strategic projects, as defined by or recommended to the Management Committee, working with other parts of the business to answer complex business questions.
• Ensuring business transformation is coherent and is organised and aligned with the wider BA transformation project and its implementation follows a standard approach and engages all relevant teams.
• Co-ordinating the E&M business planning process and collaborate with IAG Strategy and BA Finance.
• Motivating and leading a team to not only execute the plans but to create an environment where our colleagues feel included and proud to be part of our thriving and diverse teams.

If you are interested in becoming part of our talented team and want to be considered for the role, we do need you to meet the criteria below.

• Masters Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
• MBA or advanced degree in business desirable
• Excellent project management skills
• Proven senior leadership skills
• Has knowledge and understanding of a CI environment.

In return for keeping our fleet safe at the forefront of the sector you’ll receive great rewards, including:

• A generous pension scheme
• Access to heavily discounted flights for yourself and friends and family from date of joining
• Access to standby flights for yourself and three nominees
• Discounted standby travel on other airlines in the Oneworld alliance
• Discounts on car hire, hotels, leisure activities, entertainment, and many more
• Free parking at work and free parking at London Heathrow airport whilst on holiday for up to two weeks at a time
• Plenty of scope and opportunity to develop your leadership skills to progress your career within BA

Our Corporate and Support roles come with big potential to make your mark on our business. The airline industry changes so fast that we’re constantly evolving and finding new ways to impress customers and get ahead of our competitors. If you’re an innovator and brave and bold thinker, you will be in your element at British Airways.

Your impact on British Airways will be rewarded with a competitive rewards package plus the opportunity to develop and progress your career in many directions.

We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity at British Airways. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities