Disney Enterprise Architect — UK Retail Strategy

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Disney was founded in 1923 by Walt and Roy Disney as a small animation studio in Los Angeles. Today, we are a global media and entertainment conglomerate with a rich history of innovation and creativity. Our mission is to create the most epic experiences for our guests and customers, while inspiring the next generation of artists, storytellers, and innovators. With a size of over 200,000 employees worldwide, we are the largest media company in the world. Our company culture is built on a foundation of respect, inclusivity, and creativity, with a focus on fostering a sense of belonging among our employees.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Disney Enterprise Architect, you will play a critical role in leading the development of our UK retail strategy, working closely with our cross-functional teams to design and implement business solutions that drive growth and profitability. Reporting to our Director of Retail Operations, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of our UK retail landscape, identifying opportunities for strategic growth and innovation, and collaborating with our technical teams to design and implement solutions that meet our business needs. This role requires a unique blend of business acumen, technical expertise, and leadership skills, with a focus on driving business outcomes and improving our overall performance.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of our UK retail landscape, including market trends, customer behavior, and competitor activity.

• Collaborate with our cross-functional teams to design and implement business solutions that drive growth and profitability, including the development of strategic plans, business cases, and project proposals.

• Lead the development of our UK retail strategy, working closely with our technical teams to design and implement solutions that meet our business needs.

• Work closely with our Director of Retail Operations to establish and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the success of our UK retail strategy.

• Collaborate with our technical teams to design and implement solutions to improve our overall performance, including the development of dashboards, reports, and analytics.

• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including our cross-functional teams, technical teams, and external partners.

• Provide thought leadership and guidance to our teams on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices.

• Stay up-to-date with industry developments and trends, and apply this knowledge to drive business outcomes and improve our overall performance.

• Collaborate with our technical teams to design and implement solutions to improve our data quality and governance.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of our UK retail data, including data architecture, data governance, and data quality.

• Collaborate with our technical teams to design and implement solutions to improve our data analytics and reporting.

• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including our cross-functional teams, technical teams, and external partners.

• Provide thought leadership and guidance to our teams on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years of experience in a related field, with a focus on retail strategy, business development, and leadership.

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Marketing, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of marketing principles, including branding, advertising, and promotions.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collect and analyze data to inform business decisions.

• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools, such as Tableau or Power BI.

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide high-performing teams.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in a related field, with a focus on retail strategy, business development, and leadership.

• Experience working in the retail industry, with a focus on strategy development and implementation.

• Strong understanding of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics.

• Experience with data governance and quality, including data architecture and data governance.

• Strong understanding of data analytics and reporting, including data visualization and storytelling.

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive salary range of £50,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and vacation days. We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment, with a focus on promoting diversity and inclusion. We offer a generous learning and development budget, with opportunities for training and development. We also offer a flexible remote work policy, with the option to work from home or in our London office.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our team is made up of experienced professionals, with a focus on innovation, creativity, and collaboration. We work closely together to drive business outcomes and improve our overall performance. Our team is dynamic and fast-paced, with a focus on solving complex problems and driving business growth. We are a results-driven team, with a focus on delivering high-quality results and exceeding expectations.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

If you are a motivated and driven individual, with a passion for innovation and creativity, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you.

📋 Job Details

Job Type	FULL TIME
Location	London, GB
Address	123 High Street, London, UK, EC1A 1PS
Salary	GBP 50,000 – 80,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	Disney
Valid Until	2026-10-13

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Disney. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.