Senior Business Consulting Manager

Arm; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Business Consulting Manager for a 6-month contract in Oxford. The role involves leading consulting engagements, fostering client relationships, and implementing change management strategies within the retail sector. With a strong focus on team development and business growth, candidates should have 7-10 years of management consulting experience, preferably in Contact Centre transformations. A Bachelor’s degree is essential, and advanced qualifications are preferred. The position offers a dynamic work environment and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in management consulting, especially in Contact Centre change.
• Experience with TOM creation and business development in the retail sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple consulting engagements for clients.
• Build and maintain relationships with key client stakeholders.
• Develop and implement change management strategies for clients.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants in a collaborative environment.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities for practice growth.
• Contribute to thought leadership in change and transformation.

Skills

Innovative and entrepreneurial

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Knowledge of change management methodologies

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Management

Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP, Prosci)

Job description

Senior Business Consulting Manager

6-month contract - Inside IR35 - up to 650 per day

Weekly visits to Bicester (typically 1 day per week)

Retail sector

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Business Consulting Manager to join our rapidly growing Management Consulting practice, specializing in Contact Centre Change and Transformation. The successful candidate will lead and manage consulting engagements, providing strategic advice and innovative solutions to clients undergoing significant organizational change.

What you’ll be doing:

• Engagement Leadership: Lead and manage multiple consulting engagements, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to clients.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Change Management: Develop and implement change management strategies to support clients through organizational transformations.
• Team Development: Mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
• Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contributing to the growth of the practice.
• Thought Leadership: Contribute to the development of thought leadership and best practices in change and transformation.

What experience you’ll bring:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP, Prosci) is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in management consulting or similar, with a focus on Contact Centre change and transformation, including TOM (Target Operating Model) creation/development and business development success.
• Experience of supporting Business Change within the Retail market
• Skills:
  • Innovative and entrepreneurial.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • In-depth knowledge of change management methodologies and tools.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and provide innovative solutions.
• Client Focus: Strong client service orientation with a commitment to delivering value.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing client needs and environments.
• Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with clients and team members.