175 Consulting Intern jobs in the United Kingdom

We seek an experienced Consulting Director to sell, develop and lead the R&D and innovation consulting teams across our client’s Consumer Goods & Industrial markets

The role:

The role of Managing Partner Innovation is responsible for revenue growth in the Consumer and Industrial markets, the Heads of which are direct reports.

Reporting to the Managing Director of the R&D Consultancy Division, you will be responsible for leveraging your science, technology and engineering background, your consulting pedigree, your sales experience and your significant R&D and Innovation experience. You will be working with start-up disruptors, through to world leading brands to realise maximum value from R&D and Innovation investments.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading the two R&D Consulting Teams across Consumer and Industrial markets
• Building and growing a portfolio of clients to expand business in the UK, US and across mainland Europe, including direct sales
• Leading business development and client management activities
• Educating prospective clients in the value of partnering with a consulting firm that has deep market knowledge and a network of the best minds in the industry
• Developing service offerings and Go-To-Market strategies
• Achieving sustainable revenue and profit growth
• Collaborating with appropriate internal resource to demonstrate the capability to deliver

You:

• Have proven success as an experienced and senior management consultant responsible for selling and delivering business across Consumer and/or Industrial businesses
• Have a deep understanding of R&D and Innovation strategy & execution in blue chip Consumer or Industrial businesses
• Have the ability and the experience to harness AI as an enabler to power innovation and infrastructure
• Demonstrate clear experience of creating R&D and Innovation related consulting service offerings
• Have a scientific and/or engineering background supported by a relevant degree

The employer:

Our client is a Global Innovation & Technology company with a track record of success in bringing novel solutions to market faster, unlocking value from data and AI, delivering industry disrupting insights and creating opportunity from complexity to deliver scalable impact and drive growth.

Why apply?

• A newly created role with the opportunity to make a real impact with an established and successful consulting business
• There is a strong demand from businesses to bring innovative solutions to market at pace. This role is key to the conception and delivery of these products.
• Join a highly respected science & technology consulting firm with a global presence.
• Collaborate with the firm’s highly qualified scientists and technologists and learn from them.

Salary and package:

Base salary £130,000 to c.£150,000 + bonus of 15 – 20% dependent on group performance + benefits

Location and mobility:

The role can be based from the Cambridge or Leatherhead offices. Must be willing to travel c25% of the time including to the US and mainland Europe. There is NO WFH policy: 5 days per week at the designated office, or clients, is essential.

WE REPLY TO ALL JOB APPLICATIONS! Please note that we will not send your CV to any third parties without your explicit consent.

We can only accept job applications from candidates who meet the essential selection criteria above, are based in the UK and have the current Right to Work in the UK. The salary offer, from the range stated, will be dependent on experience fit. This is a permanent role.

Partner – Data & AI Practice - Base £140k

Location: London (UK-wide flexibility)

Security Clearance: Existing SC or eligibility to obtain

Our client, a leading technology and consulting business, is seeking an exceptional Partner to lead their Data & AI Practice . This is a pivotal, high-profile role for a commercially astute leader who combines deep technical expertise with the ability to shape, sell, and deliver transformative AI-driven consulting solutions.

The Opportunity

As Partner, you will define and drive the growth of the firm’s Data & AI strategy — building innovative offerings, strengthening client relationships, and leading delivery excellence across sectors including Defence, Energy, and wider Public and Private sectors .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and scale the Data & AI consulting practice, shaping its vision, propositions, and go-to-market strategy.
• Design next-generation AI architectures and oversee delivery of cutting-edge, data-driven solutions.
• Drive business growth through trusted client relationships, thought leadership, and consultative selling.
• Collaborate across practices to develop integrated technology and data offerings.
• Inspire and mentor technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Skills & Experience

• Hands-on technical background with deep understanding of modern data and AI architectures
• Proven track record in consulting sales – able to shape deals, influence C-suite clients, and deliver measurable value.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to link technology to business outcomes.
• Recognised thought leader with a passion for advancing next-generation AI solutions.
• Experience designing and launching new service offerings in the Data & AI domain.
• SC Clearance (or clear potential to achieve it).
• Sector experience within Defence and/or Energy is highly desirable.

Why Apply

This is a rare opportunity to lead from the front — shaping one of the most dynamic growth practices in UK consulting. You’ll join a highly respected leadership team, gain the autonomy to innovate, and play a defining role in advancing AI adoption across critical industries.

Partner – Data & AI Practice - Base £140k

Location: London (UK-wide flexibility)

Security Clearance: Existing SC or eligibility to obtain

Our client, a leading technology and consulting business, is seeking an exceptional Partner to lead their Data & AI Practice . This is a pivotal, high-profile role for a commercially astute leader who combines deep technical expertise with the ability to shape, sell, and deliver transformative AI-driven consulting solutions.

The Opportunity

As Partner, you will define and drive the growth of the firm’s Data & AI strategy — building innovative offerings, strengthening client relationships, and leading delivery excellence across sectors including Defence, Energy, and wider Public and Private sectors .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and scale the Data & AI consulting practice, shaping its vision, propositions, and go-to-market strategy.
• Design next-generation AI architectures and oversee delivery of cutting-edge, data-driven solutions.
• Drive business growth through trusted client relationships, thought leadership, and consultative selling.
• Collaborate across practices to develop integrated technology and data offerings.
• Inspire and mentor technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Skills & Experience

• Hands-on technical background with deep understanding of modern data and AI architectures
• Proven track record in consulting sales – able to shape deals, influence C-suite clients, and deliver measurable value.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to link technology to business outcomes.
• Recognised thought leader with a passion for advancing next-generation AI solutions.
• Experience designing and launching new service offerings in the Data & AI domain.
• SC Clearance (or clear potential to achieve it).
• Sector experience within Defence and/or Energy is highly desirable.

Why Apply

This is a rare opportunity to lead from the front — shaping one of the most dynamic growth practices in UK consulting. You’ll join a highly respected leadership team, gain the autonomy to innovate, and play a defining role in advancing AI adoption across critical industries.

We seek an experienced Consulting Director to sell, develop and lead the R&D and innovation consulting teams across our client’s Consumer Goods & Industrial markets

The role:

The role of Managing Partner Innovation is responsible for revenue growth in the Consumer and Industrial markets, the Heads of which are direct reports.

Reporting to the Managing Director of the R&D Consultancy Division, you will be responsible for leveraging your science, technology and engineering background, your consulting pedigree, your sales experience and your significant R&D and Innovation experience. You will be working with start-up disruptors, through to world leading brands to realise maximum value from R&D and Innovation investments.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading the two R&D Consulting Teams across Consumer and Industrial markets
• Building and growing a portfolio of clients to expand business in the UK, US and across mainland Europe, including direct sales
• Leading business development and client management activities
• Educating prospective clients in the value of partnering with a consulting firm that has deep market knowledge and a network of the best minds in the industry
• Developing service offerings and Go-To-Market strategies
• Achieving sustainable revenue and profit growth
• Collaborating with appropriate internal resource to demonstrate the capability to deliver

You:

• Have proven success as an experienced and senior management consultant responsible for selling and delivering business across Consumer and/or Industrial businesses
• Have a deep understanding of R&D and Innovation strategy & execution in blue chip Consumer or Industrial businesses
• Have the ability and the experience to harness AI as an enabler to power innovation and infrastructure
• Demonstrate clear experience of creating R&D and Innovation related consulting service offerings
• Have a scientific and/or engineering background supported by a relevant degree

The employer:

Our client is a Global Innovation & Technology company with a track record of success in bringing novel solutions to market faster, unlocking value from data and AI, delivering industry disrupting insights and creating opportunity from complexity to deliver scalable impact and drive growth.

Why apply?

• A newly created role with the opportunity to make a real impact with an established and successful consulting business
• There is a strong demand from businesses to bring innovative solutions to market at pace. This role is key to the conception and delivery of these products.
• Join a highly respected science & technology consulting firm with a global presence.
• Collaborate with the firm’s highly qualified scientists and technologists and learn from them.

Salary and package:

Base salary £130,000 to c.£150,000 + bonus of 15 – 20% dependent on group performance + benefits

Location and mobility:

The role can be based from the Cambridge or Leatherhead offices. Must be willing to travel c25% of the time including to the US and mainland Europe. There is NO WFH policy: 5 days per week at the designated office, or clients, is essential.

WE REPLY TO ALL JOB APPLICATIONS! Please note that we will not send your CV to any third parties without your explicit consent.

We can only accept job applications from candidates who meet the essential selection criteria above, are based in the UK and have the current Right to Work in the UK. The salary offer, from the range stated, will be dependent on experience fit. This is a permanent role.

Partner – Data & AI Practice - Base £140k

Location: London (UK-wide flexibility)

Security Clearance: Existing SC or eligibility to obtain

Our client, a leading technology and consulting business, is seeking an exceptional Partner to lead their Data & AI Practice . This is a pivotal, high-profile role for a commercially astute leader who combines deep technical expertise with the ability to shape, sell, and deliver transformative AI-driven consulting solutions.

The Opportunity

As Partner, you will define and drive the growth of the firm’s Data & AI strategy — building innovative offerings, strengthening client relationships, and leading delivery excellence across sectors including Defence, Energy, and wider Public and Private sectors .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and scale the Data & AI consulting practice, shaping its vision, propositions, and go-to-market strategy.
• Design next-generation AI architectures and oversee delivery of cutting-edge, data-driven solutions.
• Drive business growth through trusted client relationships, thought leadership, and consultative selling.
• Collaborate across practices to develop integrated technology and data offerings.
• Inspire and mentor technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Skills & Experience

• Hands-on technical background with deep understanding of modern data and AI architectures
• Proven track record in consulting sales – able to shape deals, influence C-suite clients, and deliver measurable value.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to link technology to business outcomes.
• Recognised thought leader with a passion for advancing next-generation AI solutions.
• Experience designing and launching new service offerings in the Data & AI domain.
• SC Clearance (or clear potential to achieve it).
• Sector experience within Defence and/or Energy is highly desirable.

Why Apply

This is a rare opportunity to lead from the front — shaping one of the most dynamic growth practices in UK consulting. You’ll join a highly respected leadership team, gain the autonomy to innovate, and play a defining role in advancing AI adoption across critical industries.

Partner – Data & AI Practice - Base £140k

Location: London (UK-wide flexibility)

Security Clearance: Existing SC or eligibility to obtain

Our client, a leading technology and consulting business, is seeking an exceptional Partner to lead their Data & AI Practice . This is a pivotal, high-profile role for a commercially astute leader who combines deep technical expertise with the ability to shape, sell, and deliver transformative AI-driven consulting solutions.

The Opportunity

As Partner, you will define and drive the growth of the firm’s Data & AI strategy — building innovative offerings, strengthening client relationships, and leading delivery excellence across sectors including Defence, Energy, and wider Public and Private sectors .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and scale the Data & AI consulting practice, shaping its vision, propositions, and go-to-market strategy.
• Design next-generation AI architectures and oversee delivery of cutting-edge, data-driven solutions.
• Drive business growth through trusted client relationships, thought leadership, and consultative selling.
• Collaborate across practices to develop integrated technology and data offerings.
• Inspire and mentor technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Skills & Experience

• Hands-on technical background with deep understanding of modern data and AI architectures
• Proven track record in consulting sales – able to shape deals, influence C-suite clients, and deliver measurable value.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to link technology to business outcomes.
• Recognised thought leader with a passion for advancing next-generation AI solutions.
• Experience designing and launching new service offerings in the Data & AI domain.
• SC Clearance (or clear potential to achieve it).
• Sector experience within Defence and/or Energy is highly desirable.

Why Apply

This is a rare opportunity to lead from the front — shaping one of the most dynamic growth practices in UK consulting. You’ll join a highly respected leadership team, gain the autonomy to innovate, and play a defining role in advancing AI adoption across critical industries.

Discover a world of endless possibilities at Gallagher Benefit Services, where you'll have the power to shape the future of workplaces across industries. As a member of our team, you become the driving force behind positive change, helping clients build environments where employees thrive. Embrace the opportunity to impact lives, unlock potential, and create a legacy of remarkable transformation.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

As a result of a period of sustained growth and success, and whole host of award wins, we are looking to expand our actuarial consulting and analyst teams in our London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Ipswich offices.

Experienced in the UK Defined Benefit/Final Salary Pension field? Join our team and enjoy an encouraging and collaborative environment, with ample opportunities for career growth and diverse client projects.

We provide support for achieving a fully-qualified Actuary status. If you are not interested in pursuing additional exams, that's not a prerequisite. We offer mentorship and resources to help you acquire a Scheme Actuary certificate. You will take an active role in leading a portfolio of clients and serving as a client manager for some of them.

We are open to any flexible working and part time working requests, and will be as accommodating as possible on these points!

To summarise the role, you will be working within an established team of qualified and part qualified actuaries; acting as an actuarial assistant for portfolio of clients. This will include:

• Handling the preparation of valuations and cost estimates
• Undertaking and supervising accounting disclosures (FRS17, IAS19 and USGAAP)
• Coordinating data collection including editing and testing data received from clients
• Undertaking and checking all aspects of actuarial work associated with pension schemes
• Preparing letters, reports and other client materials
• Checking day to day individual calculations as requested
• Participating in Buck internal projects, handling special projects or assignments as needed
• Assisting scheme consultants with the consultancy aspects of pension schemes; inc. attending client/trustee meetings as required
• Providing leadership, feedback and training to actuarial analysts

We are excited to connect with hard-working individuals who hold a degree in numerical or mathematics fields and are making strides in their actuarial exams. If you bring substantial experience in the pensions actuarial sector and are ready to contribute your expertise in a dynamic and exciting environment, we encourage you to reach out. 

Join us and advance your actuarial career to new heights.

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On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
• Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
• Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
• Health cash plan or Private medical insurance

Other benefits include:

• Three fully paid volunteering days per year
• Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount
• Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan
• Critical illness cover
• Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally
• Season ticket loan
• Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase
• Emergency back-up family care
• And many more…

We value inclusion and diversity

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long-term health conditions or disabilities.

We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don’t worry, we’re here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know.

Should you require reasonable adjustments to your application, please get in touch with . If you’d prefer to speak on the phone, please request a call back, leaving details, so we get in touch.

Our employing entity, Arthur J. Gallagher Services (UK) Limited, is proud to be accredited as a Living Wage employer with the Living Wage Foundation. We are committed to diversity and opportunity for all and are opposed to any form of less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender or gender identity, marital status, civil partnership status, parental status, race, ethnicity, colour, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion/ belief, age and those with caring responsibilities.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Role Title: Confluent Consulting Engineer

Location: UK remote

Contract type: Contract Inside IR35 (Umbrella)

As a Confluent Consulting Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable Real Time data pipelines and integrations using Kafka and Confluent components. You will collaborate with data engineers, architects, and DevOps teams to deliver robust streaming solutions.

Must have skills:

• Extensive years of hands-on experience with Apache Kafka (any distribution: open-source, Confluent, Cloudera, AWS MSK, etc.)
• Strong proficiency in Java, Python, or Scala
• Solid understanding of event-driven architecture and data streaming patterns
• Experience deploying Kafka on cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities

Desired:

• Candidates with experience in Confluent Kafka and its ecosystem will be given preference:
• Experience with Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams, KSQL, Schema Registry, REST Proxy, Confluent Control Center
• Hands-on with Confluent Cloud services, including ksqlDB Cloud and Apache Flink
• Familiarity with Stream Governance, Data Lineage, Stream Catalog, Audit Logs, RBAC
• Confluent certifications (Developer, Administrator, or Flink Developer)
• Experience with Confluent Platform, Confluent Cloud managed services, multi-cloud deployments, and Confluent for Kubernetes
• Knowledge of data mesh architectures, Food and Beverage migration, and modern event streaming patterns
• Exposure to monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk)

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to HR, Legal, and Finance stakeholders, translating business needs into sourcing strategies that deliver measurable results.
• Lead and execute sourcing initiatives across multiple HR subcategories and geographies, from market analysis and RFPs to contract negotiations and supplier onboarding.
• Analyze complex commercial and operational requirements, develop business cases, and structure deals that balance value, cost, and service quality.
• Negotiate master service agreements, amendments, and related contracts to secure favorable terms and ensure compliance with corporate standards.
• Maintain deep awareness of HR market trends, supplier innovations, and regulatory updates to inform sourcing decisions.
• Build and sustain strong supplier partnerships to drive continuous improvement, innovation, and performance.
• Leverage approved sourcing tools, processes, and best practices to ensure alignment with corporate governance and consistency in delivery.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and category strategy development within the Professional Services domain.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in consulting, procurement advisory, or HR-related services within professional or management consulting firms.
• Proven experience advising senior HR stakeholders and leading complex sourcing initiatives.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to develop pricing models, business cases, and negotiation strategies.
• Hands-on experience managing the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle, including contract management and supplier governance.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills — comfortable engaging at all organizational levels.
• Knowledge of HR category areas such as recruitment, payroll, L&D, benefits, and HRIS systems.
• Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable with a consultative mindset and focus on delivering measurable outcomes.