Associate Director - Power & Utilities - Telecoms and Digital
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The Team
The Infrastructure team, consists of over 400 professionals and is widely recognised as a leading independent business, financial and regulatory adviser in the infrastructure space.
Job details
* Location: London
* Capability: Advisory
* Experience Level: Senior Manager
* Type: Full Time or Part Time
* Service Line: Customer, Ops & Infr
* Contract type: Permanent
The Role
Our business is continuously expanding and we are looking for high quality candidates to support the growth of the Telecoms and Digital team. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Telecoms and Digital team as an Associate Director.
As an Associate Director you will be expected to manage multiple projects from conception to completion. The work will include a combination of report drafting, preparing presentations for key stakeholders, economic analysis, and engaging with clients.
To support the expansion of the Telecoms and Digital team, you will also be expected to support the business development activities such as drafting proposals and thought leadership materials. This will be a significant part of the role.
Responsibilities
* Play a key role in our sales efforts, building and maintaining effective relationships with key clients across the sector, as well as with other advisors. Identify and act on new opportunities with both new and existing clients
* Being involved in business development to identify new opportunities and contribute to specific business development initiatives, particularly proposals and pitches
* Maintaining a good understanding of policy and regulatory issues in the Telecoms and Digital sector and the associated financial implications
* Play a pivotal role in running projects and maintaining client relationships with minimal supervision from Directors and Partners
* Ensure that client work is delivered to the highest standards in both content and form, managing client interactions, tracking budgets, and complying with the company’s risk processes
* Lead project teams of 2-12 people, fostering a collaborative spirit and culture of respect. Maintain a positive attitude when the team is under pressure, supporting other team members
* Be involved in the wider management and development of the P&U Telecoms and Digital team, including contributions to recruitment, performance appraisal, mentoring and thought leadership
* Providing effective management, coaching and mentoring of junior staff on specific engagements
The Person
We are looking for someone with the following experience:
Experience and education
* Extensive experience in the Telecoms and Digital sector, whether in specialised consulting, industry, regulation or policy development
* MA/MSc/MPhil or higher in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or related field (candidates with other relevant degrees will be considered based on experience)
Technical Expertise
* Comprehensive knowledge of UK and international regulatory and policy frameworks for telecommunications, including regulatory mechanics and their practical application
* Deep understanding of the Telecoms and Digital sector structure, key stakeholders, and current policy landscape
* Advanced financial analysis and modelling capabilities with strong theoretical foundation in economics and finance
* Ability to develop compelling, well-reasoned solutions to complex economic and financial challenges
Leadership and Project Management
* Proven track record managing large, complex projects including team leadership, resource allocation, and stakeholder management
* Experience leading teams of varying sizes with demonstrated ability to build trust, foster collaboration, and maintain team morale under pressure
* Strong coaching and mentoring skills for developing junior colleagues
Client-Facing Skills
* Extensive experience in external-facing roles with confidence presenting to senior stakeholders
* Exceptional report writing abilities and advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
* Natural relationship builder capable of engaging effectively with companies, investors, regulators, and diverse internal teams
Highly desirable
* Business development experience
* Track record of thought leadership and innovation within the sector
* International market experience
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Other
Job function
* Business Development and Sales
Industries
* Business Consulting and Services
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