Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career. Public Sector Consulting Assistant Manager We're growing, and there's rarely been a better time to join us. If you want to help shape what Public Sector Consultancy becomes next, not just watch it happen, this is that moment.Our Public Sector team works on some of the UK's largest and most high-profile public sector projects and programmes, across local government, central government and healthcare. We help clients make better strategic decisions, improve outcomes, deliver reform and secure value for money, on areas often at the forefront of the political agenda.We're a multi-disciplinary team of over 100 analysts, accountants, economists, policy and governance experts and strategists. The varied backgrounds of our team, including management consultancy, professional services, industry, and self-employment, allow us to bring fresh thinking to client challenges. We focus on value over volume, building delivery partnerships with our clients and giving clients exceptional service. We're happy to talk flexible working, including reduced hours so you can balance work and life.A look into the roleOur assistant managers come from a range of backgrounds: public sector managers, qualified accountants (from within the firm or elsewhere), analysts, management consultants, other professional disciplines such as engineering or digital, and specialists with public sector experience.As an Assistant Manager within Public Sector Consulting, part of our Consulting pool, you will:Help us to make a difference to our public sector clients supporting them to deliver modern public services that are sustainable, people-centred, data-driven and digitally enabled.Work across sectors (local government, health, central government and arm’s-length bodies) and capabilities (operational design and change, financial improvement and transformation, digital delivery, governance, strategy, options appraisal, business cases, major programme delivery, grant administration and data insight), building your consulting expertise with every engagementDevelop sector and technical knowledge, bringing a unique perspective to complex client scenariosPlay a pivotal role in delivery, with regular exposure to senior client stakeholdersListen actively, ask searching questions and bring innovative solutions to the tableHelp drive practice development, whether through business development, marketing or improving our consulting toolkitTake pride in high-quality delivery, backed by strong time management and communicationDemonstrate understanding of Grant Thornton’s wider service offerings to support the firm’s greater integrated working with clientsBuild a strong network across the firm, with partners and across the public sectorKnowing you’re right for usJoining us as an Assistant Manager, the minimum criteria you’ll need is:A university qualification or equivalent experience in management consultancy, public sector operational transformation or public sector governanceGenuine interest in the public sectorStrong Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint and ExcelExcellent communication and presentation skills across different mediaIt’d be great if you have some of the following too, but we don’t need you to tick every box. Come with the right mentality and a can-do attitude, and we’ll help you develop the rest:Professional qualifications such as ACA, ICAS, CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA, ChMC, Prince2, Better Business Case or others.Ability to follow a framework and methodology to identifying root causes and appropriate responses, and delivering solutionsStrong analytical and commercial thinkingConfidence working with and influencing senior stakeholders, with real empathyFlexibility and adaptability to changing prioritiesKnowing we’re right for youEmbracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. LeedsType: Full time
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Assistant Manager Consulting in Kent, Maidstone employer: Grant Thornton
Grant Thornton is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior staff while working with a diverse portfolio of large corporate clients in a globally connected environment. The flexible working options further enhance the work-life balance, making it a rewarding place to build your career in tax advisory.
