Managing Director - Telecommunication

Anson McCade; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible time off

Flexible time off

Job summary

A leading transformation consultancy is seeking a Managing Director to spearhead the growth of its Telecommunications consulting portfolio. This senior leadership position encompasses driving growth, shaping strategic delivery, and building lasting relationships with major telecommunications clients. Successful candidates will possess extensive industry expertise, executive leadership experience in consultancy, and a track record of managing multi-million-pound client accounts while fostering high-performing teams. A competitive benefits package and a 25% performance bonus are included.

Qualifications

• Executive or Partner-level leadership experience within a management consultancy.
• Deep Telecommunications industry expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to define and execute growth strategies within consulting practices.
• Demonstrated ability to define and execute growth strategies within consulting practices.
• Strong relationships with senior industry stakeholders and C-suite executives.
• Collaborative leadership style balancing strategic vision with operational delivery.
• Experience building and developing high-performing consulting teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as the senior Client Executive for major telecommunications clients.
• Lead the growth and expansion of a strategic account portfolio.
• Contribute to thought leadership through industry engagement.
• Lead large-scale transformation programmes with focus on delivery quality and commercial performance.
• Mentor and grow high-performing consulting teams.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Client engagement

Strategic delivery

Change Management

Business Analysis

Customer Experience

Building high-performing teams

Job description

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Managing Director to lead and grow Telecommunications consulting portfolio within a leading transformation consultancy. This is a senior leadership role focused on driving growth, shaping go-to-market strategy, and building long-term relationships with major telecommunications clients. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior executives while leading large-scale transformation programmes and developing a high-performing consulting team.

The role offers the opportunity to combine commercial leadership, client engagement, and strategic delivery, helping organisations turn complex transformation strategies into measurable outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Acting as the senior Client Executive for major telecommunications clients
• Leading the growth and expansion of a strategic account portfolio, driving new business and strengthening long-term partnerships
• Developing and executing go-to-market strategies across the Telecommunications sector
• Leading large-scale transformation programmes across areas such as:
• Change Management
• Business Analysis
• Customer Experience
• Managing a portfolio of programmes and engagements to ensure delivery quality, client satisfaction, and commercial performance
• Building and mentoring high-performing consulting teams, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration
• Contributing to thought leadership through industry engagement, speaking opportunities, and professional networks

What We’re Looking For

• Executive or Partner-level leadership experience within a management consultancy or professional services firm
• Deep Telecommunications industry expertise
• Proven experience leading and expanding multi-million-pound client accounts
• Demonstrated ability to define and execute growth strategies within consulting practices
• Strong relationships with senior industry stakeholders and C-suite executives
• A collaborative leadership style that balances strategic vision with operational delivery
• Experience building and developing high-performing consulting teams

What’s on Offer

• 25% performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including private medical cover, pension, and flexible time off
• Senior leadership opportunity with influence across strategy, delivery, and practice growth