Job Summary
In a dynamic and ambitious professional services firm, we are seeking a skilled consultant to join our team in Ireland. With over 900 staff across Cork, Dublin, Galway, and Limerick, we offer a unique opportunity to work with leading organizations in the Public Sector, Health & Social Care, Higher Education, and Research sub-sectors.
The Role
As a strategic partner, you will work closely with universities, hospitals, community healthcare organizations, charities, Government departments, and their agencies. Your expertise will be utilized to evaluate client challenges, design solutions, and implement effective strategies.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage key aspects of client projects, reporting to a partner or director.
* Lead small teams of junior consultants.
* Conduct research, benchmarking, and policy analysis.
* Analyze data and information to inform recommendations.
* Facilitate client meetings and workshops.
* Determine appropriate solutions, scenarios, and options for clients.
* Develop and present client materials, deliverables, and reports.
* Further develop consulting tools.
* Contribute to the innovation and evolution of our client services and solutions.
Ideal Candidate
* 5+ years of consulting experience in a professional service, in-house consulting, or specialist consulting environment.
* Third-level qualification, preferably at Master's/Level 7, in areas such as Economics, Public Policy, Business, or a related discipline.
* Experience working on public and/or private tenders.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent problem-solving skills - analytical, innovative, and creative mindset.
* Ability to work in a pressurized environment.
* Strong communication skills.
* Capacity to build long-term relationships.
* Aptitude to grasp new concepts quickly and effectively produce results.
* Ability to be self-directed and an independent contributor to the team.
* Project management capability.
* Experience in working on behalf of Irish public sector organizations.
* Strong emotional intelligence and self-awareness.