Principal Consultant - Operational Analysis

Copello; Kendleshire; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in defence and technology seeks a Principal Consultant with over 10 years of experience in operational and data analysis. Ideal candidates will lead project teams and provide expert guidance on procurement decisions. The role offers flexible working and extensive professional development opportunities. Candidates must be eligible for SC Security Clearance. Enjoy competitive salary and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible working

Professional development opportunities

Supportive, mission-focused team environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Principal Consultant.
• Demonstrated background in operational & data analysis, business development, and bid support.
• Eligible for or already holding SC Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver operational and data analysis.
• Provide expert guidance on approvals assurance for government procurement decisions.
• Support business development and contribute to bids and technical proposals.
• Manage technical and analytical strategy across multi-domain projects.
• Manage projects and teams.

Skills

Operational analysis

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Science, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Principal Consultant – Operational Analysis / Data Analysis

Location : Bristol, some flexibility offered.

Security Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for SC Clearance (minimum 5 years’ UK residency required)

Employment Type: Permanent

Level: Principal consultant (10 + years experience advised)

The Opportunity

Are you an principal consultant within the defence and technology spaces with a demonstrated background in operational & data analysis, business development and bid support?

One of our trusted partners is looking for a Principal Consultant to join their team of experienced operational analyst.

This role provides the chance to work with a top consultancy within defence, technology and innovation space, working alongside the MoD.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver Operational and data analysis
• Provide expert guidance on approvals assurance and evidence for government procurement decisions.
• Support business development by contributing to bids and technical proposals, seeking out new client opportunities and offering strong senior stakeholder management
• Lead technical and analytical strategy through quality assurance across multi domain projects.
• Managing projects and teams

Desirable

• Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Science, or related field.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional recognition.
• Prior defence or military expertise

Requirements

• British nationality
• Eligible for or already holding SC Security Clearance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conference attendance
• Supportive, mission-focused team environment