Managing Consultant

Global Shifts Managing Consultant - Public Service Defence Gebouw B, Papendorpseweg 97, 3528 BJ Utrecht, Netherlands, Utrecht 3528 BJ, NL Full-time Company description PA Consulting is a leading international consulting firm known for delivering innovative solutions that drive positive change for our clients across various sectors. With a rich history of excellence, thorough industry knowledge and a commitment to making a difference, we work closely with organizations to tackle complex challenges and achieve sustainable results. Our team of diverse professionals embodies creativity, expertise, and passion for making an impact. Job description We are seeking an experienced Management Consultant to join our Public Service and Defense team in the Netherlands. In this role, you will lead engagements with defense organizations, bring experience to providing strategic guidance and driving the implementation of solutions to enhance operational effectiveness and mission success. Within PA the Managing Consultant (MC) role represents a top tier appointment in the organisation, with MCs typically serving as our business development, thought and team leaders. With one foot in the operation, one foot in the strategic and a head for business and proposition development, this role is highly varied and calls for someone who is autonomous and a self-starter. In addition, you will contribute to the development and growth of PA's activities in the public sector, by identifying opportunities with existing accounts and new customers. You actively contribute to acquisition and maintain and develop your own external network. As a Managing Consultant you also contribute to Thought Leadership, with the aim of further developing competencies and propositions that help to acquire new assignments and to carry them out successfully. Responsibilities • Lead consulting engagements with defense organizations, overseeing project delivery from conception to implementation. • Expertise / experience in concepts such us information driven actions, multi-domain operations, complex capability procurement, innovation and or readiness enhancement. • Provide strategic advice and insights to clients on defense policy, capability development, and operational efficiency. • Conduct comprehensive analysis of client requirements, challenges, and opportunities, and develop tailored solutions to address them. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement strategies, processes, and technologies that optimize defense capabilities. • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within client organizations, fostering trust and credibility. • Stay abreast of developments in defense policy, technology, and security threats, and advise clients on potential implications and responses. • Mentor and coach junior consultants, providing guidance and support to facilitate their professional growth and development. • Develop commercially viable consulting market offerings, and work with PA teams to refine existing offerings, including taking these to new markets. • Work with PA's international Go-To-Market and other specialist teams to develop propositions, develop existing client accounts and build new accounts. • Lead and deliver large scale and complex projects. • Work within mixed consulting and client teams, planning, managing and delivering work. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred • Minimum of 10 years of defence industry experience, with a preference for the Ministry of Defence or management consultancy firms • Demonstrated track record of leading (consulting) engagements and delivering impactful results. • Deep understanding of defense policy, strategy, and operations, with knowledge of relevant regulations, frameworks, and best practices • Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex information into actionable insights • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence diverse audiences • Proven leadership abilities, with experience in managing teams and fostering collaboration • Fluency in Dutch and English; additional language skills are a plus • Willingness to travel as needed for client engagements • Dutch nationality, due to national security vetting requirements. Additional information In addition to a competitive salary, we offer, among other things: • 35 vacation days (including public holidays) • Possibility to buy additional vacation days (maximum 7) • Performance Bonus • Pension scheme (with fixed percentage of personal contribution) • Possibility to acquire PA shares • Lease car arrangement / travel allowance • Fun, collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation • Meaningful work that contributes to the advancement of public service organizations and national defense