Senior Nuclear Consultant - Key Account Manager

Decision Analysis Services Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Consultant specializing in the civil nuclear sector. In this role, you will manage client accounts, utilize systems thinking to address challenges, and contribute to the growth of the firm. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in civil nuclear and consultancy, with a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Private pension

Private healthcare

25 days holiday

Access to Udemy

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of the civil nuclear sector.
• Experience in project and programme management.
• Ability to tackle complex client challenges.

Responsibilities

• Manage a key client account within the civil nuclear sector.
• Use systems thinking to solve key issues.
• Build and maintain trust-based client relationships.
• Support the successful delivery of nuclear programmes.

Skills

Civil Nuclear Expertise

Consultancy Mindset

Relationship Building

Strategic and Independent

Willingness to Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM or business-related field

Masters-level preferred

Job description

Job Details

Location: Bristol, with travel to client sites

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Please be aware that all offers of employment will be subject to a UK Security Clearance check.

Overview

Decision Analysis Services Limited (DAS) is an independent professional services company. Since 2007 we have provided services globally to more than 200 client organisations within the energy, defence, government, transport, and health sectors. Based in offices from Glasgow to Sydney, we support clients across five continents.

We specialise in bridging the gap between strategic planning and operational execution, developing enduring solutions to the uniquely complex issues faced by our clients. We are experts in programme management, systems thinking, investment modelling, machine learning, and data analysis. These unique skills, coupled with our extensive experience of engineering, regulatory practices and operations delivery enable us to develop sustainable, long‑term solutions for our clients.

The Role

As a Senior Consultant at DAS specialising in Civil Nuclear, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our engagement with a key client in the civil nuclear space. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a high‑profile client whose projects span the nuclear lifecycle, where you’ll apply your expert consultancy skills to tackle complex, mission‑critical challenges. You’ll take on a hands‑on role with significant autonomy to deliver outcomes that directly impact the growth of DAS’s nuclear capabilities, helping us expand our footprint in this rapidly evolving industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Key Account Management: Take charge of a key client account within the civil nuclear sector, helping this client to navigate both current challenges and future opportunities.
• Apply Systems Thinking: Use your expertise in systems thinking and problem‑solving to address key issues across the nuclear lifecycle.
• Build Strategic Relationships: Cultivate strong, trust‑based relationships with client stakeholders to ensure long‑term collaboration and identify opportunities for further partnership and business development.
• Contribute to DAS’s growth: Shape DAS’s civil nuclear propositions, driving internal growth by supporting capability development within the practice and ensuring we stay at the forefront of industry needs.
• Support Programme Delivery: Play an active role in the successful delivery of nuclear programmes, supporting projects across key locations such as Gloucester, Bristol, and Warrington, with occasional travel as required.

Apply to DAS if you want to work on varied, complex projects within a business that values your development, where no two days are alike, and where you’ll have a tangible impact on critical infrastructure in the UK.

About You

To excel in this role, you should bring a unique blend of technical expertise, consultancy experience, and interpersonal skill. We’re looking for someone who embodies the following qualities and qualifications:

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM or business‑related field (Masters‑level preferred).
• Civil Nuclear Expertise: A deep understanding of the civil nuclear sector, with specialised knowledge in a specific area (such as new build, policy, regulation, supply chain, programme and project management).
• Consultancy Mindset: Adaptable, solutions‑oriented, and enjoy tackling complex client challenges, bringing a strategic approach to every engagement.
• Relationship Building: A natural ability to build rapport, establish trust, and form lasting professional relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Strategic and Independent: Confident in developing strategic insights and delivering solutions autonomously while maintaining high standards.
• Willingness to Travel: Flexibility to travel frequently to support key client programmes.

Don’t meet all the job requirements, but like the sound of us and the projects we work on? Get in touch anyway – we are always keen to hear from talented, solutions‑led individuals at all career stages and might have the perfect role for you.

Benefits

• Attractive salary, reflective of skills and experience.
• Private pension, private healthcare for you and your immediate family, and private dentalcare.
• Death‑in‑service and income protection schemes.
• 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays, and additional days to work on environmental and community activities.
• Discretionary office closure over Christmas.
• Personal carbon offset through company scheme.
• Access to professional and personal development platform, Udemy.

DAS is an Equal Opportunities employer. We support the principle of Equality and Diversity in employment wholeheartedly and oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination. We commit to providing equality, fairness, and respect for all in our employment, and all those seeking employment at DAS.