Senior Manager - Operations Improvement

Manager and Senior Manager - Operations Consulting On-site based - Mon-Thurs on client site Salary: £75-100k base Our client is a leading consultancy delivering large-scale operational transformation programmes across both public and private sectors. They specialise in solving the most complex operational challenges, from rapid performance diagnostics to multi-year change programmes valued in the millions. With a proven model that guarantees delivery, they offer consultants the opportunity to influence at board level while embedding sustainable improvement on the ground. The Manager will take ownership of high-value workstreams, typically generating ~£2m of impact for clients. You will provide strategic oversight, ensure alignment of KPIs to organisational objectives, and lead a small team of consultants to deliver measurable results at pace. Role Highlights

• Lead and mentor up to four consultants, combining analytical rigour with on-site delivery
• Translate organisational goals into clear KPIs and governance structures that sustain performance improvement
• Partner directly with client stakeholders at operational and senior management levels to overcome barriers to success
• Shape the narrative for progress updates, ensuring senior stakeholders are aligned and engaged
• Identify risks early and work with programme leadership to maintain delivery momentum You Will Need
• A strong consulting background with proven success delivering transformation across sectors such as defence, infrastructure, retail, manufacturing, government or healthcare
• Experience of direct line management and building capability within teams
• Ability to build trust and credibility with senior executives and client sponsors
• Analytical expertise and the resilience to tackle complex, ambiguous challenges
• Willingness to travel and work on client sites across the UK Why You'll Value This Opportunity
• Highly competitive base salary with sign-on bonus and performance-based progression
• Profit-share and equity schemes that reward long-term contribution
• Comprehensive benefits including car allowance, life assurance, income protection, pension, and 28 days' holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Structured career development supported by dedicated sponsors and regular promotions based on readiness, not time served
• Inclusive and collegiate culture with regular firmwide events and professional networking opportunities Due to a high number of applicants, we are only able to respond to successful candidates