Assistant Manager - Defence & National Security Consulting

Job description

Assistant Manager Defence & National Security Consulting
A rare opportunity to join one of the UK's most respected management consultancies, working at the heart of national security and defence transformation.
Job Title: Assistant Manager Defence & National Security ConsultingLocation: London / Bristol / Manchester (hybrid, flexible working available)Job Type: Permanent, Full-timeSector: Consulting / Government & Public Sector / Defence

About the Company
Our client is one of the world's largest and most recognised professional services and management consultancy firms, with a dedicated Defence Consulting and National Security practice that is one of their stated priority growth areas. With a long-standing track record advising the UK government and defence sector on their most complex strategic challenges, this is a team that genuinely does work that matters.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a consulting professional to join a fast-growing National Security practice at the Assistant Manager level. You will lead technology-enabled change programmes, contribute to business development, and work directly with senior client stakeholders in the national security and defence space.
Due to the nature of the work, applicants must hold active eDV clearance aligned to a National Security organisation.
Key Responsibilities

• Supporting large-scale transformation programmes across National Security engagements
• Developing robust problem-solving methodologies and structuring complex analysis
• Producing clear, high-quality client deliverables including reports, slide decks and business cases
• Engaging regularly with Partners, Directors, Senior Managers and client leadership teams
• Contributing to project planning, work plans, timelines and resource allocation
• Building strong client relationships across all levels of seniority

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven track record delivering complex consulting projects (business/operating model change, strategy development, strategic cost efficiency, investment decision support, or business case development)
• Demonstrable experience developing Business Cases
• Strong command of consulting problem-solving methodologies, adapted for complex client challenges
• Proficient in qualitative and quantitative analysis, storyboarding, slide and report creation
• Ability to influence, build relationships and present effectively to senior stakeholders
• Active eDV clearance essential

Nice to Have

• Prior consulting experience within a Big 4 or mid-tier consultancy
• Sector-specific knowledge of the Defence or National Security market

What's on Offer
A competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working arrangements across 20+ UK office locations, and the opportunity to join a priority growth practice within one of the world's leading professional services firms.
Locations: London Canary Wharf | Bristol | Manchester

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£60,000 Per Month

Published at

15-06-2026

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English