Strategy and Growth Initiatives Manager

What You Will DoIn this role, you will help shape and execute Johnson Controls’ strategic direction by partnering closely with Business Lines and senior leadership. You will support high-impact initiatives and complex strategic projects that drive sustainable growth, strengthen competitive positioning, and create long-term value.You will lead the development of proprietary quantitative and qualitative insights, transforming complex data into actionable strategies that drive sustainable and profitable organic and inorganic growth. Through rigorous analysis and structured problem-solving, you will identify opportunities, shape strategic initiatives, and support critical business decisions that accelerate growth and strengthen long-term competitive advantage.You will work closely with product, commercial, and finance teams to define JCI’s long-term vision, shape portfolio strategy, and identify investments aimed at creating shareholder value.You will bring energy, act as a self-starter, and relentlessly pursue value creation for Johnson Controls. You will be embedded within the EMEA regional organization and work closely with both the Corporate Strategy and Commercial Operations teams.How You Will Do ItSupport business strategy development through macroeconomic, industry, customer, and product analysis, identifying opportunities and risks and translating findings into value-creation initiativesDevelop perspectives on where to play and inform organic growth and M&A decisions, assess new technologies through technical and economic analysis, develop market models and business plans, and support commercial due diligence during transaction executionConduct comprehensive market research, maintain and enhance existing market models, assess external trends and regulations, and collaborate with regional and product management teams to inform strategic decisionsCoordinate and support regional transformation projects, bringing rigor through quantitative analysis and ensuring alignment across product, finance, and commercial teamsConduct regular and ad hoc competitor analysis, adding an external perspective to the decision-making processSupport business reviews and long-term strategic planning preparation, providing leadership with regular updates through dashboards and KPIsWhat We Look ForRequiredBachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering, mathematics or a related field3-5 years of experience in strategy consulting, investment banking, private equity, or a corporate strategy / developmentStrong quantitative and analytical skills, including the ability to manage large datasets, use Excel and relevant analytics tools, and ability to independently develop business plansAbility to set priorities and navigate trade-offs in analytically rigorous, fast-paced environments with a strong sense of urgency and limited oversightProactive, collaborative, and hands-on approach to problem-solvingStrong teamwork, project management, and business acumenExperience working in complex, matrixed organizationsExcellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to develop clear, executive-level contentOpen-minded and intellectually curious, with the ability to learn quickly and adapt in dynamic environmentsPositive, can-do attitude and strong attention to detailPreferredExperience in the energy, data centers or building technologies sectorMaster of Business Administration (MBA) or another relevant advanced degreeSummaryLocation: London-London-UKType: Full time