Senior Manager, Strategic Planning – Transformation

Wiley

Senior Manager overseeing strategic planning and transformation within Wiley’s Partner Solutions. Collaborating with leadership for impactful initiatives driven through data and insights.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeOxford • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 £53,000 - £75,867 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning and execution, project management, and change management within the scholarly publishing industry. Proficient in using AI and business intelligence tools to enhance decision-making and communication.

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Strategic PlanningProject ManagementChange ManagementAdvanced Excel SkillsPower BI Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementChange ManagementAdvanced Excel SkillsAdvanced Outlook SkillsAdvanced PowerPoint SkillsAI Tools UsageData AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceCommunication CoordinationStakeholder Management

Soft Skills

Concise CommunicationPersuasive CommunicationTeam CollaborationLeadership SupportRisk Identification

Tools & Technologies

Power BIAI ToolsBusiness Intelligence Tools

Industry Keywords

Scholarly PublishingBusiness GrowthStrategic InitiativesCustomer EngagementIndustry Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the VP, Business Growth & Development Leadership Team, and Partner Solutions Leadership Team to develop, prioritize, and execute strategic initiatives and business plans
Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes, and lead change management activities when needed
Lead Partner Solutions communications efforts that build a connected team culture and align with leadership priorities
Act as a liaison between Partner Solutions and Product, Technology, AI & Data Analytics, Audience Solutions, and Research Publishing teams to keep priorities aligned
Serve as a trusted strategic advisor and chief of staff to the VP, anticipating business needs and identifying risks and opportunities
Coordinate leadership activities, customer-facing priorities, and industry engagement, including team meetings, sales kickoffs, and presentations
Use AI and business intelligence tools, including Power BI, to support planning, reporting, and decision-making

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
2-3 years minimum experience in scholarly publishing
Experience managing large projects with multiple stakeholders
Concise and persuasive communication skills
Change management experience
Advanced Outlook and PowerPoint skills
Advanced Excel skills and a good understanding of Power BI capabilities
Comfortable using AI tools for data, analytics, and communication coordination
Fluent in English
Able to travel by plane or train as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meeting-free Friday afternoons
Professional development opportunities