Senior Manager

Senior Manager – Defence & Security Consulting

Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working)

Security Clearance: Must hold or be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance

A globally recognised professional services firm is seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager to join its Defence & Security Consulting Practice. This team partners with some of the most critical public sector and national defence organisations in the UK, advising on complex, high-impact strategic challenges.

Operating within a well-established consulting business, this is an opportunity to work alongside experts in strategy, transformation, cost efficiency, and operating model design. The successful candidate will lead large-scale client engagements, shape innovative solutions, and influence decision-making at senior levels within the Defence sector.

What you\’ll be doing:

• Leading consulting projects focused on strategic change, performance improvement, cost reduction, and operating model transformation
• Engaging with senior stakeholders across the Ministry of Defence and other national security clients
• Structuring and overseeing complex analysis to solve operational and strategic problems
• Contributing to the growth of the practice through business development, thought leadership, and team leadership

What we\’re looking for:

• A strong background in consulting, with experience leading large, complex projects in Defence, Government, or National Security environments
• Proven ability to work with C-suite or senior stakeholders
• Expertise in one or more of the following: strategy development, business transformation, investment decision support, cost optimisation
• Strong problem-solving skills, with an understanding of how technology can enhance client outcomes
• Track record of building and leading high-performing teams

This is a high-impact role supporting the UK’s Defence and Security enterprise.

Candidates must be British citizens and able to undergo national security vetting.

For further information, feel free to reach me at Rick.Kisslay@ansonmccade.com, or simply apply!

Reference: AMC/RKI