Manager - Retail, Leisure & Hospitality Practice

MORE INFORMATIONThe Manager role centres on project delivery with some involvement in business development as part of the practice team. A Manager will typically work on a single project at a time and will also help to develop pitches, write proposals, or with longer-range business development activity.Specifically, the Manager role involves:Leading strategy and diligence projects, from designing the approach to overseeing analysis to synthesising findingsLeading OC&C project teams (typically 3-6 people on a project), including assisting team members to develop consulting skills; i.e. helping motivated and talented individuals to progress quicklyBuilding strong working relationships with client contacts during projects, and beginning to build a personal networkSupporting sector team efforts to reinforce OC&C’s position as leaders in strategy consultancy in our chosen areasKEY RESPONSIBILITIESDirect and manage analysis and delivery of consulting projects, ensuring client satisfactionManage and motivate project teams…… and support the development and coaching of junior team membersWork effectively with clients and other advisorsTranslate strategy and business needs into actionable recommendationsDeliver against deadlinesAssist in the design and delivery of client pitches and proposalsSupport the development of IP (in the form of publications, conference presentations, etc)ABOUT THE CANDIDATEWe are seeking an individual with an outstanding track record of problem-solving, and achieving / exceeding objectives in a project-based environment, with the equivalent of four-to-five years’ experience of complex strategy consulting projects, including experience from a blue chip and / or strategy consultancy group. They will also have interest in, and experience of, some part of the Retail, Leisure & Hospitality sector.Key skills and competencies:Experience of managing workstreams and leading consulting teamsExperience in developing and coaching peopleExperience in translating key client issues into clear deliverables and implementing this adviceAnalytical, highly numerate, clear thinkers who are hypothesis and issue drivenIntellectually curious, rigorous and creativeCommercially aware, able to recognise critical issues and dedicate attention accordinglyEffective communicators, in writing or verbally, able to adapt style for different internal and external audiencesPragmatic, enthusiastic and structured implementers with an ability to create and maintain pace whilst ensuring that energies are well focussed and channelledInterested in coaching and developing people and building a teamAble to relate well to clients and colleaguesStrong business ethics: honest, respectful of others and sensitive to diversity in all its formsABOUT THE COMPANYOC&C is a leading global strategy consulting firm with 14 offices around the world. We specialise in Retail, Leisure & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Media, Technology, B2B Products & Services and Private Equity.We pride ourselves on combining sector expertise with a bespoke approach to every engagement, working collaboratively to generate new insight and lasting impact, with opportunities for the personal development of all our team.We have the pre-eminent strategy consulting team in Retail, Leisure & Hospitality, growing rapidly and winning with our distinctive points of view on key topics. We work with leading Retail, Leisure & Hospitality players both in the UK and abroad on the most important strategy questions they face. Our team regularly collaborates internationally and works closely with our analytics team for our corporate, investor and financing clients,At OC&C we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture in which people of all backgrounds can thrive. We encourage applications from all, regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, transgender status, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race or ethnic origin, and socioeconomic background. We also have a number of staff network groups which actively support the inclusion of all of our colleagues in the firm.