Senior Strategy Consultant
Location
London or Dubai
Work Model
Flexible
Department
Consulting
Experience Level
Senior Consultant
Job Type
Full-time
Position Info
Job Type
Full-time
Location
London or Dubai
Work Model
Flexible
Level
Senior Consultant
Lead workstreams, structure analysis, and guide clients through consequential decisions.
About the Role
As a Senior Strategy Consultant, you will lead the development of strategic insights and recommendations to help clients solve complex business challenges and achieve sustainable growth. You will play a key role in shaping project direction, managing workstreams, and delivering high-impact results.
In this role, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to define business problems, structure analyses, and translate data into actionable strategies. You will also mentor junior team members, ensuring high-quality deliverables and fostering team development.
This position requires a strong combination of analytical rigor, business acumen, and client management skills, with the ability to operate effectively in fast-paced and ambiguous environments.
Your Tasks and Responsibilities
- Lead and manage consulting projects or key workstreams from problem definition to final delivery
- Develop strategic frameworks and structure complex business problems into actionable analyses
- Conduct advanced market, industry, and competitive analysis to generate insights
- Build and review analytical models (e.g., financial, operational, or growth models)
- Synthesize findings into clear, compelling recommendations for senior stakeholders
- Prepare and deliver high-quality client presentations and reports
- Manage client relationships, including regular communication and expectation alignment
- Identify risks, propose solutions, and ensure project timelines and deliverables are met
- Mentor and guide junior consultants, providing feedback and supporting their development
- Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing and client pitches
- Support internal knowledge building and development of consulting methodologies
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- MBA or other advanced degree is a plus
Experience
- 3–7+ years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or related fields
- Proven track record of delivering strategic projects and measurable business impact
- Experience leading project workstreams or small teams
Core Skills
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with financial or operational modeling
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to present to senior stakeholders
- Strong project management skills, including planning, prioritization, and execution
Leadership & Client Skills
- Ability to manage client relationships and influence decision-making
- Experience mentoring or coaching junior team members
- High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Technical Skills (Preferred)
- Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python, R)
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Other Requirements
- Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus)
- Willingness to travel as required
Nice to Have
- Prior experience in top-tier management consulting or corporate strategy roles
- Experience leading end-to-end project delivery or managing multiple workstreams
- Exposure to C-level or senior executive stakeholder management
- Strong financial modeling, valuation, or business case development experience
- Advanced proficiency in data analytics tools (SQL, Python, R)
- Experience with data visualization platforms such as Tableau or Power BI
- Industry expertise in key sectors (e.g., technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, energy)
- Experience in business transformation, digital strategy, or operational excellence projects
- MBA or other relevant postgraduate degree from a top institution
- Published insights, thought leadership, or experience contributing to strategic white papers
- Experience working in global or cross-cultural teams