Consulting Director

STL Partners; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Consulting Director to spearhead projects and drive business growth in the telecoms sector. This role involves securing sales, leading diverse teams, and mentoring talent while contributing to strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive consulting experience, particularly in telecoms, and a proven track record of managing large projects and winning clients. Join a dynamic firm that values collaboration, innovation, and diversity, offering a competitive salary and numerous perks in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Health plan covering dental and physiotherapy

Employee assistance program

Personal development allowance

Enhanced maternity package

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Opportunities for international travel

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of consulting experience with a focus on telecoms.
• Strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initiation to execution, ensuring client satisfaction.
• Mentor junior consultants and manage their development.

Skills

Consulting Skills

Sales Experience

Project Management

Telecoms Industry Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

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What You'll Do

Consulting directors are expected to divide most of their time between securing sales and leading teams in delivering projects. They are also expected to spend about 30% of their time managing and developing the STL business (both research and consulting) operations through internal and market initiatives. More specifically, they will:

1. Oversee and contribute to the entire project process, from initiating conversations and formulating proposals to the project execution and final deliverable.
2. Lead projects in new fields or practice areas where STL has less experience and/or with “Trophy” clients.
3. Develop opportunities and win work from existing clients and new prospects in conjunction with other directors, senior consultants, and STL’s account managers.
4. Act as a mentor for senior and junior consultants, overseeing their development, managing review processes, and making recommendations around recruitment, development, and promotion of talent.
5. Identify areas of policy improvement within the businesses and lead in securing support for and implementing their proposals.
6. Identify strategic initiatives for STL, set out proposals for pursuing them, and champion them through to successful implementation.
7. Contribute actively in weekly management meetings and monthly board meetings: share insight, shape initiatives, and complete assigned actions.

About You

We are growing quickly and keen to recruit the right people who can help us continue to grow. Top candidates should possess these qualities:

• 8-15 years of experience from a consulting firm with a focus on telecoms and/or prior experience in strategy roles within the telecoms and/or data center industry.
• Strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 in your first degree or equivalent from a leading university; potentially a further degree or equivalent.
• A strong consulting skillset — excellent communication, organizational, relationship management, and analytical skills.
• Prior experience leading multiple large projects simultaneously: strategy, transformation, market entry, commercial due diligence.
• Proven sales experience, including winning new clients and selling to existing clients.
• A track record of contributing to a collaborative and cohesive team environment.

Salary Expectations

Competitive annual salary + performance-based bonus.

Who We Are

STL Partners is a boutique research and consulting firm working with clients in the telecoms and technology space to deliver growth through business model innovation. Our core proposition is that “We enable our telecoms and technology clients to make the world run better,” especially as we enter The Coordination Age, where connectivity and digital technology are key to solving everyday problems.

Since 2006, we have supported clients globally through reports, tools in our Research business, and strategic advisory services in Consulting. Our clients range from large telecoms operators (e.g., Vodafone, Verizon) to technology giants (e.g., Microsoft, Intel) and digital startups.

Our culture is built on 5 key pillars: Entrepreneurial, Accountable, Friendly, Collaborative, and Pioneering. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a workforce that is 50% female and a board that is also 50% female.

Our consulting services span multiple technology domains, including edge computing, Private Networks, AI, and IoT, often exploring how other industries adopt these technologies.

What Makes Us a Great Place To Work

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Health plan covering dental, physiotherapy, and other treatments
• Employee assistance program including legal, financial advice, and counseling
• Personal development allowance
• Enhanced maternity package
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension scheme
• Active diversity, equity, and inclusion programs
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Strong emphasis on sustainability
• Opportunities for international travel
• Annual company away day
• Regular social events
• Cute dog in the office

We are happy to consider reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and on the job. Please contact Kat Isles at [e-mail] for accommodations.

If interested, please submit your CV and cover letter.