Value Creation Director (Consumer & Retail)

Warner Scott Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Value Creation Director for the Consumer & Retail sector in London. The successful candidate will lead strategic projects, develop client relationships, and guide high-performing teams. A strong background in strategy consulting, especially in transactions, along with an MBA or equivalent is essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of value creation within a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in strategy consulting or corporate development.
• Track record of delivering deal-related strategy work.
• Deep understanding of Consumer & Retail industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex strategy projects across the Consumer & Retail sector.
• Originate new client opportunities and maintain senior relationships.
• Guide teams in delivering high-standard analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Business development

Education

MBA

ACA

CFA

Job description

Value Creation Director (Consumer & Retail)

We are supporting a global advisory firm in the confidential search for a Director to join its Value Creation team, with a dedicated focus on the Consumer & Retail sector.

This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team at a pivotal time of growth. The successful individual will play a leading role in delivering end-to-end strategic and transaction-related advisory work to major corporates, private equity clients, and high-growth businesses. The team works on a wide range of engagements, including Commercial Due Diligence, M&A Strategy, Value Creation, Growth Strategy, and Enterprise-wide Transformation.

The firm has a strong reputation for combining rigorous analysis with practical commercial insight and is consistently trusted by clients to deliver high-impact, board-level strategic advice.

Key Responsibilities

Take a leadership role in delivering complex strategy projects across the Consumer & Retail sector, particularly in the context of transactions and value creation.

Lead on business development efforts by originating new client opportunities and maintaining senior relationships across corporates and private equity.

Guide teams in delivering structured and insightful analysis, ensuring client-ready outputs of the highest standard.

Act as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders, shaping recommendations that drive tangible business outcomes.

Contribute to the development of market propositions, thought leadership, and the broader go-to-market strategy for the Consumer & Retail sector.

Develop, coach, and inspire high-performing teams, supporting both project delivery and internal capability building.

Candidate Profile

Significant experience in strategy consulting or corporate development, ideally within a Big 4, global strategy consultancy, or leading boutique advisory.

A track record of delivering deal-related strategy work such as Commercial Due Diligence, M&A Strategy, or Value Creation-with a clear focus on the Consumer & Retail industry.

A deep understanding of the sector's key value drivers, business models, and market dynamics.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead structured, data-driven analysis.

A proven ability to originate and convert new business, leveraging a relevant client network.

Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a track record of building trust and credibility with both internal teams and external clients.

An outstanding academic background and relevant professional qualifications (e.g. MBA, ACA, CFA).