Vice President Corporate Strategy

Join Quantinuum, a leading company in quantum computing, as the Vice President of Corporate Strategy. In this role, you will be responsible for driving the company's corporate strategy, translating complex quantum innovation into clear strategic choices and executable plans across various functions. You will lead the end-to-end STRAP process, own a closed-loop execution framework, and oversee the annual and multi-year business planning process. Additionally, you will develop vertical strategies, platform strategies, and ensure full-stack strategic alignment. You will also be responsible for market intelligence, strategic initiatives portfolio governance, executive and Board engagement, and internal strategy communication.

• Own and drive Quantinuum’s corporate strategy, translating complex quantum innovation into clear strategic choices and executable plans.
• Lead the end-to-end STRAP process, delivering a clear, multi-year corporate strategy with explicit choices and integrated priorities.
• Own a closed-loop execution framework, translating strategy into measurable initiatives, KPIs/OKRs, and governance cadences that drive delivery.
• Enterprise Strategy Leadership in Deep Tech (10+ years): Proven ownership of corporate strategy in a complex, R&D-led environment (e.g., quantum, AI, semiconductors, advanced computing), with accountability for shaping long-term direction and influencing executive and Board-level decisions
• Strategic Communication Excellence: Ability to distil highly complex technical, market, and operational inputs into clear, compelling narratives for C-suite and Board audiences
• Cross-Functional Influence at Scale: Track record of aligning senior leaders across hardware, software, commercial, and business functions, driving decisions without direct authority
• Quantum / Advanced Computing Exposure: Familiarity with quantum computing, high-performance computing, or adjacent frontier technologies
• Top-Tier Strategy Background: Experience in strategy roles within high-growth tech companies and/or top-tier consulting environments
• Structured Problem Solving & Planning Rigor: Experience in strategic planning, scenario analysis, and portfolio prioritisation in ambiguous environments
• Commercial & Operating Model Acumen: Strong understanding of translating emerging technologies into scalable business models and operational execution
• Operating in Ambiguity: Comfort navigating long time horizons, evolving technologies, and uncertain market dynamics
• Stakeholder Leadership & Gravitas: Ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders constructively across technical and commercial leadership teams