Director of Strategy and Development
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Management
Project & Program Management, General Management, Corporate Strategy, Operations Management
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Location:
Luton
Closing Date:
05/10/2026
Job Category:
Luton Rising
Directorate:
Luton Rising/LLAL
Business Unit:
Job IntroductionLuton Rising
Shape the future of one of the UK's most ambitious growth programmes.
Luton Rising is a unique commercial organisation with a public purpose. As the owner of London Luton Airport and other strategic assets, we're driving sustainable growth, creating economic opportunity and delivering long-term benefits for our communities. With major expansion plans underway, this is a pivotal moment in our journey.
We're looking for an exceptional Director of Strategy & Development to lead our strategy, commercial development, sustainability, PMO and procurement functions. Reporting to the Managing Director, you'll play a key role in shaping our future growth, overseeing major development programmes and ensuring our investments deliver commercial success alongside social value.
This is a rare opportunity to influence programmes worth up to £2 billion, lead teams and help deliver the ambitions of the Luton 2040 Vision.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has a proven track record leading complex programmes and major infrastructure or construction projects
- Brings strong commercial and strategic leadership experience
- Can build effective partnerships across public and private sectors
- Inspires teams and drives performance through change
- Combines commercial success with a commitment to sustainability and community impact.
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