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A unique opportunity for an experienced Management Consultant to build on their skills in account management/sales support and to transition into new business sales, en route to Partner status.

The role:

As a Consulting Director, with experience gained in an established consulting firm, you will have a remit to sell new business in Operational Excellence and Transformation across a wide range of sectors.

Key responsibilities:

• Sales and business development: with an emphasis on new business development, you will help to grow the client portfolio through proactive relationship building and thought leadership
• To lead consulting teams in the delivery of complex, high value transformation projects, ensuring seamless execution whilst delivering measurable outcomes to client companies
• To play a pivotal role in driving the consulting firm’s growth both nationally and internationally, and delivering outstanding results across their global client base

You:

• Proven success as a management consultant responsible for helping to win, develop and deliver business solutions across one or more of the company’s core business sectors: manufacturing, aerospace & defence, construction, rail, nuclear, infrastructure, energy and utilities
• Your experience from leading and managing blue chip clients within a consultancy has provided you with a depth of expertise across at least 2 of the following: strategy, performance improvement, operational excellence & coaching
• You will have a real passion for people and performance transformation, typically coming from an Operational Excellence, Lean and/or Continuous Improvement background
• You will be a collaborative leader, able to create great relationships and be comfortable working autonomously or as part of an integrated team.

The employer:

Our client is a well-established and growing boutique global consulting firm that offers a unique blend of strategy, performance improvement, coaching and digitisation, combining Lean transformation and continuous improvement with the effective engagement and development of people.

Both internally and externally, high levels of employee engagement are the foundation of their consulting practice. With a strong order book for 2025 and an excellent pipeline of prospective business, they need to hire a Director who shares their passion for people and performance.

Why apply?

• High impact engagement with client staff to ensure rapid and effective results
• A supportive, collaborative and nurturing culture
• Challenging projects in a rapidly growing firm
• A record of building fantastic customer relationships at all levels
• The company is passionate about achieving operational excellence

Salary and package:

Base salary of £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus and benefits package

Location and mobility:

The business has several offices in the UK & internationally: you will have the flexibility to live anywhere in the UK but must be prepared to travel with overnight stays, as required , including client sites and overseas locations.

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My client is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within clients. They use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. They have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partner.

Role: Management Consulting Manager – Asset Management, Strategy & Consulting

Location: London

Mobility: Up to 100%

Career Level: Manager, Career Level 7

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO

As a team:

Accenture’s Capital Markets practice sits within the Financial Services industry segment, working with leading global firms across Investment Banking, Asset / Investment Managers, Wealth Managers, Exchanges, Data Providers, Custodians and Clearing Houses. Technology innovation, market disruption, data-led transformation and enterprise modernization are trends that are having a significant impact on the business and operational models of our clients. Accenture’s unique position, at the intersection of business and technology, means that more and more industry participants are turning to us for help with their most important strategic investments.

The scale of our capabilities and client engagements, and the way we collaborate with the ecosystem, operate, and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity for you to grow and advance.

There will never be a typical day at Accenture, but that’s why people love it here. Based on your experience and area of interest, you may work on projects in key areas such as:

• Data and Advanced Artificial Intelligence
• Cloud & Modern Technology
• Intelligent Operations design and process automation
• Trading, Portfolio and Risk Management Platforms
• Exchanges & Market Infrastructure
• Business Restructuring and Operating Model Design
• Regulatory Change, Compliance and Resilience
• Change Management, Business Analysis and Process Engineering

You will collaborate with colleagues from across Accenture in Technology, Operations and other parts of our Financial Services business to bring industry leading solutions to the largest asset mangers, alternative managers and asset servicing industry organisations globally.

As an Asset Management Strategy & Consulting Manager (Career Level 7), you will:

• Successfully shape, structure, design and deliver complex consulting engagements, across diverse and demanding stakeholder groups – often within highly regulated environments and/or challenging delivery contexts
• Demonstrate exceptional client relationship skills and ability to become a trusted partner in an advisory capacity, with clear client impact. Demonstrate track record of forming deep relationships with clients across the Asset Management / Financial Services industry.
• Lead teams of our people and support development of Accenture’s Asset Management practice through people focused initiatives and the mentoring of more junior team members
• Develop and identify sales opportunities that are aligned with client agendas, creating value-driven sales propositions through partnering with our leaders, clients, and consultants across our practices, to take the best of our firm to our clients
• Lead the creation of well-articulated thought leadership assets that present innovative and action-oriented information, insight, knowledge, guidance, and recommendations on a specific market-relevant strategy topic and support Accenture to have improved market presence in external forums
• Take accountability for developing offerings within the Asset Management practice. Play a key role in driving the growth agenda for clients — identifying emerging trends in customers and the market
• Prioritise diversity & inclusion across teams and champion change that brings added value to the business.

We are looking for the following skills & experience:

• A minimum of 5 years Asset management consulting experience at a recognized consulting firm or through an ‘in-house’ consulting/business development role (e.g., Group Strategy, Group Corporate Development) at a large asset management organisation
• Able to demonstrate the ability to shape, structure, design and deliver complex consulting engagements across diverse and demanding stakeholder groups – making significant client delivery impact
• A proven track record of developing deep and trusted client relationships across the Asset Management and/or Asset Servicing industry. Demonstrate strong advisory capabilities, with deep experience becoming a trusted partner to clients
• An excellent understanding of the asset management and/or asset servicing industry, across a range of client segments, offerings, and businesses
• Knowledge and a personal viewpoint on key trends in Asset Management, including front to back operating model, emerging products and services
• Familiarity with at least some of the core technology platforms in use in the industry (e.g. Aladdin, Charles River, SimCorp)
• Proven ability to successfully lead teams, promote diversity and develop other people to achieve business and technology outcomes
• Project and programme delivery experience; having a solid understanding of project lifecycles and phases of delivery
• Strong experience in project management and/or business analysis within a Financial Services / Asset Management setting
• Intellectual capacity and ability to think in new, innovative ways to understand complex issues and develop creative solutions. Comfortable operating within uncertain / ambiguous circumstances to lead and drive

Set yourself apart:

• Deep experience in the Asset Management industry, including a solid understanding of Front, Middle and Back office processes.
• Understanding of the Asset Management, Alternative Markets and/or Asset Servicing ecosystem, key industry trends, and emerging technologies – having your own perspectives on this and ability to contribute to our industry Thought Leadership
• Proven success in co-creating in a team-oriented environment
• Experience in delivering operational and technology driven change and transformation
• Demonstrated ability to thrive working within teams, with excellent client relationship / leadership / interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills and a strong professional presence. This should include excellent written (structured documents, presentations) and verbal communication skills (facilitation of meetings, presentation of materials)
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
• Analytical and dynamic thinker and great problem-solving skills
• Programme & Project management experience – including Prince2, PMP & Agile Delivery methodologies
• Strong academic background, to Bachelor’s degree level or higher, or equivalent experience

What’s in it for you

At Accenture in addition to a highly competitive salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.

Role: Management Consulting Manager – Asset Management, Strategy & Consulting

Location: London

Mobility: Up to 100%

Career Level: Manager, Career Level 7

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO

As a team:

Accenture’s Capital Markets practice sits within the Financial Services industry segment, working with leading global firms across Investment Banking, Asset / Investment Managers, Wealth Managers, Exchanges, Data Providers, Custodians and Clearing Houses. Technology innovation, market disruption, data-led transformation and enterprise modernization are trends that are having a significant impact on the business and operational models of our clients. Accenture’s unique position, at the intersection of business and technology, means that more and more industry participants are turning to us for help with their most important strategic investments.

The scale of our capabilities and client engagements, and the way we collaborate with the ecosystem, operate, and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity for you to grow and advance.

There will never be a typical day at Accenture, but that’s why people love it here. Based on your experience and area of interest, you may work on projects in key areas such as:

• Data and Advanced Artificial Intelligence
• Cloud & Modern Technology
• Intelligent Operations design and process automation
• Trading, Portfolio and Risk Management Platforms
• Exchanges & Market Infrastructure
• Business Restructuring and Operating Model Design
• Regulatory Change, Compliance and Resilience
• Change Management, Business Analysis and Process Engineering

You will collaborate with colleagues from across Accenture in Technology, Operations and other parts of our Financial Services business to bring industry leading solutions to the largest asset mangers, alternative managers and asset servicing industry organisations globally.

As an Asset Management Strategy & Consulting Manager (Career Level 7), you will:

• Successfully shape, structure, design and deliver complex consulting engagements, across diverse and demanding stakeholder groups – often within highly regulated environments and/or challenging delivery contexts
• Demonstrate exceptional client relationship skills and ability to become a trusted partner in an advisory capacity, with clear client impact. Demonstrate track record of forming deep relationships with clients across the Asset Management / Financial Services industry.
• Lead teams of our people and support development of Accenture’s Asset Management practice through people focused initiatives and the mentoring of more junior team members
• Develop and identify sales opportunities that are aligned with client agendas, creating value-driven sales propositions through partnering with our leaders, clients, and consultants across our practices, to take the best of our firm to our clients
• Lead the creation of well-articulated thought leadership assets that present innovative and action-oriented information, insight, knowledge, guidance, and recommendations on a specific market-relevant strategy topic and support Accenture to have improved market presence in external forums
• Take accountability for developing offerings within the Asset Management practice. Play a key role in driving the growth agenda for clients — identifying emerging trends in customers and the market
• Prioritise diversity & inclusion across teams and champion change that brings added value to the business.

We are looking for the following skills & experience:

• A minimum of 5 years Asset management consulting experience at a recognized consulting firm or through an ‘in-house’ consulting/business development role (e.g., Group Strategy, Group Corporate Development) at a large asset management organisation
• Able to demonstrate the ability to shape, structure, design and deliver complex consulting engagements across diverse and demanding stakeholder groups – making significant client delivery impact
• A proven track record of developing deep and trusted client relationships across the Asset Management and/or Asset Servicing industry. Demonstrate strong advisory capabilities, with deep experience becoming a trusted partner to clients
• An excellent understanding of the asset management and/or asset servicing industry, across a range of client segments, offerings, and businesses
• Knowledge and a personal viewpoint on key trends in Asset Management, including front to back operating model, emerging products and services
• Familiarity with at least some of the core technology platforms in use in the industry (e.g. Aladdin, Charles River, SimCorp)
• Proven ability to successfully lead teams, promote diversity and develop other people to achieve business and technology outcomes
• Project and programme delivery experience; having a solid understanding of project lifecycles and phases of delivery
• Strong experience in project management and/or business analysis within a Financial Services / Asset Management setting
• Intellectual capacity and ability to think in new, innovative ways to understand complex issues and develop creative solutions. Comfortable operating within uncertain / ambiguous circumstances to lead and drive

Set yourself apart:

• Deep experience in the Asset Management industry, including a solid understanding of Front, Middle and Back office processes.
• Understanding of the Asset Management, Alternative Markets and/or Asset Servicing ecosystem, key industry trends, and emerging technologies – having your own perspectives on this and ability to contribute to our industry Thought Leadership
• Proven success in co-creating in a team-oriented environment
• Experience in delivering operational and technology driven change and transformation
• Demonstrated ability to thrive working within teams, with excellent client relationship / leadership / interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills and a strong professional presence. This should include excellent written (structured documents, presentations) and verbal communication skills (facilitation of meetings, presentation of materials)
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
• Analytical and dynamic thinker and great problem-solving skills
• Programme & Project management experience – including Prince2, PMP & Agile Delivery methodologies
• Strong academic background, to Bachelor’s degree level or higher, or equivalent experience

What’s in it for you

At Accenture in addition to a highly competitive salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.

SuccessFactors Consultant – HR Transformation

My client is seeking an experienced SuccessFactors Consultant with a background in consulting to join their HR Technology practice. This role is well-suited to someone who has delivered multiple SuccessFactors implementations and is confident engaging with senior stakeholders to drive transformation.

You will play a key role in designing and delivering SuccessFactors solutions, with a particular focus on Employee Central and Employee Absence modules. Bringing both functional expertise and consulting experience, you will advise clients on how to optimise their HR technology landscape to enable improved business outcomes.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading and delivering SuccessFactors projects across the full implementation lifecycle
• Providing specialist expertise in Employee Central and Employee Absence
• Advising clients on HR transformation strategies and system optimisation
• Building and managing relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Overseeing risks, budgets and timelines to ensure successful delivery
• Contributing to the growth of the practice through knowledge sharing and business development

What my client is looking for:

• Proven track record in multiple SuccessFactors implementations, including Employee Central and Employee Absence
• Previous consulting experience with strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent programme and project management capability
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior decision makers
• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for driving meaningful change

This is an excellent opportunity for a SuccessFactors professional with consulting expertise to join a market-leading team, deliver impactful transformation programmes, and further develop their career in HR technology consulting.

SuccessFactors Consultant – HR Transformation

My client is seeking an experienced SuccessFactors Consultant with a background in consulting to join their HR Technology practice. This role is well-suited to someone who has delivered multiple SuccessFactors implementations and is confident engaging with senior stakeholders to drive transformation.

You will play a key role in designing and delivering SuccessFactors solutions, with a particular focus on Employee Central and Employee Absence modules. Bringing both functional expertise and consulting experience, you will advise clients on how to optimise their HR technology landscape to enable improved business outcomes.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading and delivering SuccessFactors projects across the full implementation lifecycle
• Providing specialist expertise in Employee Central and Employee Absence
• Advising clients on HR transformation strategies and system optimisation
• Building and managing relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Overseeing risks, budgets and timelines to ensure successful delivery
• Contributing to the growth of the practice through knowledge sharing and business development

What my client is looking for:

• Proven track record in multiple SuccessFactors implementations, including Employee Central and Employee Absence
• Previous consulting experience with strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent programme and project management capability
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior decision makers
• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for driving meaningful change

This is an excellent opportunity for a SuccessFactors professional with consulting expertise to join a market-leading team, deliver impactful transformation programmes, and further develop their career in HR technology consulting.

Director – Management Consulting (Payroll & HR)

A leading organisation in the HR, payroll, and workforce management space is seeking an experienced Director to lead its Management Consulting practice. This role offers the opportunity to shape and grow a strategic consulting offering across diverse sectors, including enterprise, mid-market, and public sector.

About the Role

You will lead a team of management consultants delivering high-impact strategic engagements. Your expertise will cover areas such as payroll and HR strategy, business case development, operational improvement, change management, and business-as-usual enhancements.

This highly visible, customer-facing position requires strong leadership and delivery capabilities, owning the P&L, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving consistent achievement of project goals on time, on budget, and to high quality standards.

You will be pivotal in fostering strong cross-functional relationships internally and externally, working closely with Commercial, Product, Technology, Implementation, and Managed Services teams. Your pragmatic, transformational approach and gravitas will position you as a trusted advisor and a voice of the customer within the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and grow the Management Consulting practice, managing both team and P&L
• Drive customer engagement from opportunity through to delivery and post-project reviews
• Assemble and lead tailored project teams to deliver strategic consulting engagements
• Ensure delivery excellence, customer benefit realization, and adherence to quality and financial targets
• Act as a key influencer and collaborator across business functions
• Champion continuous improvement and innovation in consulting delivery

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven leadership experience in management consulting within HR, payroll, or workforce management
• Strong track record delivering strategic, transformational consulting projects
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams in a virtual and dynamic environment
• Gravitas, credibility, and presence to engage with senior stakeholders internally and externally
• Commercial acumen with experience managing P&L and driving business growth
• Passionate about delivering exceptional customer outcomes and continuous improvement

Interested? Please reach out for a confidential discussion.

JGA Recruitment Group Ltd ("We") are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications regardless of disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

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Manager - Operations Consulting

On-site based

Salary: £80-85k base

Our client is a leading consultancy delivering large-scale operational transformation programmes across both public and private sectors. They specialise in solving the most complex operational challenges, from rapid performance diagnostics to multi-year change programmes valued in the millions. With a proven model that guarantees delivery, they offer consultants the opportunity to influence at board level while embedding sustainable improvement on the ground.

The Manager will take ownership of high-value workstreams, typically generating ~£2m of impact for clients. You will provide strategic oversight, ensure alignment of KPIs to organisational objectives, and lead a small team of consultants to deliver measurable results at pace.

Role Highlights

• Lead and mentor up to four consultants, combining analytical rigour with on-site delivery
• Translate organisational goals into clear KPIs and governance structures that sustain performance improvement
• Partner directly with client stakeholders at operational and senior management levels to overcome barriers to success
• Shape the narrative for progress updates, ensuring senior stakeholders are aligned and engaged
• Identify risks early and work with programme leadership to maintain delivery momentum

You Will Need

• A strong consulting background with proven success delivering transformation across sectors such as defence, infrastructure, retail, manufacturing, government or healthcare
• Experience of direct line management and building capability within teams
• Ability to build trust and credibility with senior executives and client sponsors
• Analytical expertise and the resilience to tackle complex, ambiguous challenges
• Willingness to travel and work on client sites across the UK

Why You’ll Value This Opportunity

• Highly competitive base salary with sign-on bonus and performance-based progression
• Profit-share and equity schemes that reward long-term contribution
• Comprehensive benefits including car allowance, life assurance, income protection, pension, and 28 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Structured career development supported by dedicated sponsors and regular promotions based on readiness, not time served
• Inclusive and collegiate culture with regular firmwide events and professional networking opportunities

Apply today to elevate your consulting career with a firm that combines intellectual challenge, rapid progression and a genuine commitment to delivery. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we strive to create and maintain a working environment in which everyone is able to make the best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

Due to a high number of applicants, we are only able to respond to successful candidates