Senior Principal - Energy & Utilities (London, UK)

Q5

Greater London

On-site

GBP 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Performance Related Bonus

Contributory Pension Plan

Life Assurance and Income Protection

New Starter Loan

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Digital GP and Wellbeing Apps

Internal Wellbeing Programme

Electric Car and Cycle to Work Schemes

Enhanced Parental Leave

Subsidised eye tests

Job summary

Q5 is seeking a Senior Principal (Engagement Manager) to lead teams and client engagements in the Energy, Utilities and Natural Resources practice. You will own end-to-end delivery of multiple engagements, shaping strategy and delivering results for senior stakeholders.

With 8+ years in management consulting, you will drive transformation, manage scope and risk, and mentor junior consultants while expanding client relationships and delivering compelling workshops and presentations.

Qualifications

8+ years of experience in management consulting, focused on Energy & Utilities.
Ability to lead projects and teams within a consulting environment.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, comfortable engaging with senior executives.
Proven capability in transformation and organizational change initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead teams and client engagements to deliver outstanding results.
Own end-to-end delivery of multiple engagements from scoping to wrap-up.
Build strong client relationships and influence senior stakeholders.
Manage project scope, risks and commercials while maintaining high standards.
Deliver compelling presentations and run high-impact workshops.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Ambiguity handling

Job description

At Q5, we partner with several of the world's leading energy and utilities organisations to solve complex challenges - whether it's navigating transformation, unlocking growth, or optimising performance. Our Energy, Utilities and Natural Resources practice works with C-suite clients across a broad range of businesses, from Global Supermajors, national scale utilities, small independents and high-growth PE backed businesses

We're looking for a Senior Principal (Engagement Manager) with experience across the Energy & Utilities sector, who brings intellectual curiosity, strategic thinking, and the ability to inspire and lead teams. If you thrive in ambiguity, enjoy tackling complex problems, and are eager to make a real impact on the industry, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

You’ll lead teams and client engagements that drive outstanding results for our clients.

Consulting & Delivery

Own the end-to-end delivery of multiple engagements, from scoping and mobilisation to execution and wrap-up.
Lead project teams, ensuring clarity of roles, effective collaboration, and structured problem-solving.
Build strong client relationships, acting as the go-to advisor for senior stakeholders and influencing key decisions - operating confidently and comfortably at senior levels
Manage project scope, risks, and commercials, keeping delivery on track while maintaining high standards
Drive structured problem-solving, leveraging frameworks, data insights, and industry knowledge to address client challenges
Deliver compelling presentations and facilitate high-impact workshops, shaping decision-making at the highest level
Adapt consulting methodologies to suit each client’s context - balancing best practice with pragmatic solutions
Navigate complex stakeholder environments, managing competing priorities, internal client politics and organisational dynamics with finesse
Coach and develop team members, ensuring both individual growth and collective team performance

Business Development & Thought Leadership

Expand your professional network and help establish Q5 as a trusted advisor in the Energy & Utilities industry, securing and expanding key client relationships
Proactively seek out and develop opportunities through both your personal network and leveraging Q5's extended network
Lead and contribute to proposals, shaping compelling narratives that win work
Stay ahead of industry trends, translating emerging challenges into solutions for our clients

People & Practice Leadership

Adopt responsibility for developing and mentoring junior consultants, actively supporting the growth and development of their careers
Drive thought leadership within the practice, developing new methodologies and insights
Shape Q5's approach to Energy and Utilities consulting, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve
Contribute to our internal ecosystem - whether it's leading training, developing intellectual property, or enhancing our ways of working
You will use your deep understanding of the Energy & Utilities industry to shape the strategy for the Energy, Utilities and Natural Resources practice, identifying areas of opportunity for growth

Requirements

8+ years of experience in management consulting with a particular focus in the Energy & Utilities industry
A track record of leading projects and teams within a consulting environment
Demonstrable experience in Organisation Design, Organisational Strategy, Organisational Performance, Transformation, and/or People-related Change
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills—comfortable engaging with senior executives, "leading the room" and challenging thinking when needed
Exceptional presentation creation and delivery ability - able to structure and deliver engaging workshops with senior leaders
Detailed understanding of industry practices, dynamics, and operating environments
Analytical problem-solving skills - able to cut through complexity, connect dots, and translate data into actionable insights
Intellectual curiosity, be able to learn as you go, and problem solve challenges you come across
The ability to navigate ambiguity and think on your feet
A consultative mindset - knowing when to follow structured methodologies and when to tailor approaches
A collaborative, low-ego style - you thrive in teams and enjoy mentoring others

Benefits

Finance