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Operations Consulting - Manager, watford, hertfordshire
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Client:
Tarka Talent
Location:
watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
2
Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
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Job Description:
Manager - Operations Consulting
On-site based
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
Apply today to elevate your consulting career with a firm that combines intellectual challenge, rapid progression and a genuine commitment to delivery. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we strive to create and maintain a working environment in which everyone is able to make the best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
Due to a high number of applicants, we are only able to respond to successful candidates
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