Director (Client Lead) - Retail & Consumer Products

North Highland; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading change and transformation consultancy is seeking a Director in London to develop and execute strategies in the Retail & Consumer Products sector. The ideal candidate will have senior-level consulting experience, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a proven track record of driving business growth. This role offers unique benefits such as flexible time off and a comprehensive health package.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Private medical plan

Health cash plan

Workplace savings scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Demonstrable senior-level management consulting experience.
• Previous experience in Retail & Consumer Goods preferable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Focus on business development and solution delivery.
• Develop and execute a strategy and vision.
• Impact the company's bottom line and build client relationships.

Skills

Management consulting experience

Business development

Creative problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

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MAKE STRATEGY A REALITY | ACCELERATE YOUR GROWTH | CHOOSE YOUR PATH

As the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we're helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last.
We're seeking a Director in London in Retail & Consumer Products to help us take vision to value and create lasting impact.

SUMMARY

North Highland is looking to hire a Director level Management Consultant to work across and grow our Retail & Consumer Goods area of the business. Working closely with the London Portfolio leader, this is a unique opportunity to develop and execute a strategy and vision, and with your skills, grow and lead the Retail business unit in one of the UK's most unique Management Consultancies.

YOU WILL:

• Focus across both business development and solution delivery (change management, project management) across the Retail & Consumer Goods sector and develop in-depth solutions that enact long-term success for our clients.
• Draw on your unique perspectives, personality, and creativity to think big about our clients' challenges and develop creative solutions.
• Impact North Highland's bottom line by building and leveraging client and team relationships that drive results and fuel growth.
• Identify and sell solutions that provide real value to clients through North Highland's holistic approach to consulting. Become an expert in our full range of capabilities: Strategy, Technology, People & Change, Experience Design, Process and Business Analysis, Data & Analytics, Programme and Project Management, and Professional Staffing.
• Showcase yourself as a Retail & Consumer Goods thought leader by developing your professional network through association memberships, speaking, and writing engagements, and community activities.
• Work with prestigious clients primarily located in the London area with some travel required.
• Nurture your interests with our training programme, which can be applied to development activities and growth projects.
• Give back to your community through impactful local projects.

IDEALLY, WE'D LIKE:

• Demonstrable senior-level management consulting, advisory, professional services and/or Big 4 consulting experience. Previous experience consulting within Retail & Consumer Goods is preferable.
• An ability to authentically establish credibility, build consensus, and activate collaboration with clients and teammates.
• Creative ingenuity and a proven ability to find or design simple solutions to complex challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
• Superior self‑awareness around personal strengths and growth opportunities.
• Generosity in sharing experiences, expertise, and insights to help others develop and grow.
• Experience supporting business expansion opportunities within existing accounts and creating new business opportunities.
• Proposal development experience and a proven ability to effectively sell business solutions to clients.
• Experience developing high‑performing teams in ways proven to drive desired business impact.
• A demonstrated track record of leading large, complex consulting engagements, including roles that involved building and fostering relationships with senior‑level executives.
• A positive track record of delivering on business requirements and identifying gaps and omissions.
• Success in driving significant client account growth.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university. A master's degree and/or professional certifications are bonuses.

Total Rewards associated with this position include a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being and financial security. Unique perks include flexible time off, a private medical plan, a health cash plan, a workplace savings scheme (including ISAs and GIAs), and enhanced parental leave.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United Kingdom, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We handle all information in accordance local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.

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