London Office - Consumer Sector - Consultant & Manager (4-8+ years consulting experience) (M/F/D)

L.E.K. Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global strategy consultancy is seeking a Manager or Consultant for their London office to support their growing Consumer Sector team. The successful applicant will work on high-impact projects with top consumer brands, requiring strong analytical skills, effective communication, and leadership abilities within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Fast career progression and mentorship

Hybrid working arrangements

Collaborative team culture

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 4-8 years in Strategy Consulting.
• Experience in growth strategy and commercial due diligence.
• Ability to derive insights from complex data.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-impact strategy and transaction support engagements.
• Work closely with senior leadership and client teams.
• Design and execute complex analyses and communicate recommendations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Industry Passion

Job description

London office – Manager or Consultant (4–8 years’ experience) – Consumer Sector (F/M/D)

About L.E.K. Consulting

L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consultancy working with business leaders to seize competitive advantage and amplify growth. We do this through a deep understanding of our clients’ markets and capabilities, delivered by a team of experts with the highest levels of rigour, creativity and insight.

We are differentiated by our passion for solving complex problems and the collaborative approach we take with our clients. Our work spans corporate strategy, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and performance improvement across every major industry and region. Founded in 1983, L.E.K. employs more than 2,200 professionals across five continents.

About the Role

We are seeking ambitious individuals with 4–8 years' of Strategy Consulting experience to join our growing Consumer Sector team in our London office. This is an opportunity to help lead and deliver high-impact strategy and transaction support engagements for a broad range of consumer clients. You’ll be part of a dynamic and entrepreneurial team working with some of the most recognisable and innovative consumer brands in the world.

You will work closely with senior leadership and client teams to frame strategic and commercial questions, design and execute complex analyses, develop insights focused on consumer behaviours and commercial models, and communicate recommendations clearly and impactfully. You’ll also have the opportunity to help shape the direction of the Consumer practice through business development and team mentorship.

Consumer Subsectors We Cover:

We support clients across a wide spectrum of consumer-focused categories, including:

• Retail (e.g., general and specialty retail, online marketplaces, e-commerce, and omnichannel retail)

• Food & Beverage (e.g., packaged FMCG, agriculture, ingredients, and hospitality/food service)

• Home (e.g., furniture, appliances, home improvement)

• Health & Beauty (e.g., skincare, cosmetics, personal care, vitamins & supplements, fitness, and wellbeing products/services)

• Travel & Leisure (e.g., tour operators, OTAs, attractions, leisure, and socialising venues)

• Telecoms, Media & Entertainment (e.g., broadcasting/sports rights, streaming, gaming, publishing/content distribution, telecoms, satellite connectivity)

• Clothing & Apparel (e.g., fashion, footwear, accessories)

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 4–8 years in Strategy Consulting, including growth strategy, business strategy, commercial due diligence (buy-side and sell-side), and commercial excellence

• Analytical Skills: Ability to structure problems, conduct robust analysis, and derive insights from complex data

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills with a track record of producing high-quality, client-ready materials

• Leadership: Ability to lead workstreams independently and to manage and mentor junior team members

• Project Management: Proven success in client management and delivering challenging projects

• Industry Passion: Genuine interest in consumer trends, evolving behaviours, and brand strategy

Why Join Us

• Impactful Work: Address key challenges for top consumer brands and retailers

• Growth: Fast career progression in a meritocratic environment with mentorship from experienced leaders

• Culture: Collaborative, high-performing team valuing curiosity, diversity, and creativity

• Flexibility: Hybrid working with support for work-life balance – typically 3 days in the office per week or on client site

Diversity and inclusion at L.E.K.

We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture of respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support various affinity groups and celebrate events promoting awareness and education on diversity issues.