Associate Director

Role: Associate Director – Strategic Intelligence Location: London (Hybrid) Compensation: Competitive Salary + Bonus We're working with a highly regarded global strategic intelligence and advisory firm supporting leading private equity investors, multinational corporations and financial institutions. Operating at the intersection of strategy, investment, geopolitics and intelligence, the firm offers a differentiated alternative to traditional management consulting. Its work ranges from advising on major international M&A transactions and investment decisions to assessing management teams, navigating regulatory challenges and understanding complex geopolitical developments. As the business continues its international growth, it is seeking an experienced Associate Director to play a key leadership role within its Strategic Intelligence practice. The Opportunity As an Associate Director, you'll lead sophisticated advisory engagements, develop senior client relationships and contribute to the firm's continued growth. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading complex strategic intelligence engagements for global PE funds, corporates and institutional investors.
• Advising senior executives on commercial, regulatory, reputational and geopolitical risks.
• Overseeing investigative research and commercial analysis across multiple sectors and geographies.
• Building trusted relationships with senior clients and delivering actionable strategic recommendations.
• Leading and developing project teams while contributing to business development and growth. Why Join?
• High-impact work: Advise on significant international transactions and strategic decisions.
• Senior client exposure: Work directly with investment professionals, corporate leaders and senior executives.
• Intellectual variety: Combine commercial strategy, intelligence and global affairs across different industries.
• Leadership and progression: Shape a growing international business with a clear pathway towards Director.
• International environment: Collaborate with professionals from consulting, finance, intelligence and government backgrounds. About You
• Significant experience in management consulting, strategy, commercial advisory, finance or a related field.
• Proven experience leading complex projects and managing senior client relationships.
• Strong commercial judgement, analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing teams and contributing to business development.
• Genuine intellectual curiosity and an interest in global business and international affairs. Prior strategic intelligence experience is not essential. If you're an experienced consulting or advisory professional seeking a more differentiated, commercially influential leadership opportunity, please apply directly or get in touch via email to carolina@tarkatalent.co.uk.