Management Consultant

Bmt Defence Services LTD; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

BMT Defence Services is seeking a Consultant for its Management Consultancy team, focusing on Portfolio, Programme, and Project Management. Ideal for those early in their consulting career, this role offers hands-on experience in delivering real value to clients in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Private Medical (family coverage)

Enhanced Pension

18 weeks enhanced maternity pay

Family friendly policies

Wellbeing Fund

Holiday Trading

Professional Subscriptions

Qualifications

• Experience or academic background in project or programme environments.
• Understanding of the basics of project planning and delivery.
• Interest in joining a professional body (e.g. APM, MCA).

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of client projects in P3M.
• Conduct research and analysis for informed project decisions.
• Develop tools, templates, and reports.

Skills

Project Planning

Teamwork

Communication

Cost Management

Risk Management

Business Change

Education

Academic background in project or programme environments

Job description

Flexibility: Full time role

Location: In terms of location, our office is in Bath, and we are happy to explore flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Please note that travel to customer sites will be required on a regular basis - depending on the client work this could be up to 4 times a week.

About BMT
BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognisng their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org .

At BMT, we pride ourselves on being a verified flexible workplace, providing freedom and choice. We understand not everyone has the same needs in order to make work work for them and their lives - we'd love you to discuss any requirements for flexibility with us - we can't promise to fulfil every request but we do promise to listen to what matters to you. Learn more about our flexible status at Flexa Careers

Why Work for Us?

Joining BMT means gaining access to a comprehensive set of employee benefits designed to empower your success. In addition to a competitive salary, our offerings encompass health, family, finance, and personal development, including:

• Private Medical (family coverage)
• Enhanced Pension
• 18 weeks enhanced maternity pay (after a qualifying period of 1 year)
• Family friendly policies
• Committed to an inclusive culture
• Wellbeing Fund – an annual fund for personal hobbies or interests
• Holiday Trading
• Professional Subscriptions

About The Role

Ideally a maximum 100 words summary about the role with key ‘need to know’ catchy words (bullets not required here) in a direct tone of voice. Examples below

We’re looking for a Consultant to join our Management Consultancy team, with a focus on Portfolio, Programme, and Project Management (P3M). This is an ideal opportunity if you’re early in your consulting career and want to build hands-on experience in delivering real value to clients.

You’ll work alongside experienced consultants to support the planning, delivery, and improvement of projects and programmes. Your work will help clients manage change, improve performance, and achieve their goals.

You’ll be involved in:

• Supporting the delivery of client projects in P3M and related areas
• Carrying out research and analysis to inform project decisions
• Helping to develop tools, templates, and reports
• Working with clients and colleagues to understand challenges and find practical solutions
• Contributing to internal initiatives and knowledge sharing

About You

You may be just starting out in your consulting career, but you’re already developing a strong interest in P3M. You’re curious, organised, and eager to learn. You enjoy working with others and are comfortable adapting to new situations.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has some experience or academic background in project or programme environments
• Understands the basics of project planning, delivery, or controls
• Communicates clearly and works well in a team
• Is keen to develop skills in areas like cost management, risk, and business change
• Is working towards or interested in joining a professional body (e.g. APM, MCA)

You’ll also be someone who:

• Is aware of the importance of ethics and governance in consulting
• Is open to feedback and committed to personal development
• Can manage your time and responsibilities effectively

We expect you to share our passion for creating a more environmentally and socially sustainable future for all our stakeholders

Missing skills? Let us be the judge! BMT are passionate about people; we recognise that technology moves quickly and that no one can learn everything, which is why we seek those who can adapt and demonstrate the aptitude to learn. With enthusiasm and the right attitude, we can help you discover your potential.

This role will require full UK security clearance and you should have resided in the UK for the past 5 years’.

What's Next?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and want to work on meaningful projects that make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. We invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity with BMT. Join us in shaping a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future.

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