Retail & Consumer Goods –Associate & Engagement Manager – London

Overview

In this role you help client organizations in the Retail & Consumer Goods space define and implement strategies that drive growth and value. You will work with cross-functional teams to break down complex problems, develop evidence-based insights, and craft actionable recommendations. You lead project workstreams, mentor junior teammates, and maintain strong client relationships to deliver practical solutions. The opportunity offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment and exposure to high-impact engagements in a global firm.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work
• flexible career paths
• no artificial barriers to advancement
• diverse and down-to-earth colleagues
• balanced lives
• supportive team environment

Responsibilities

• Break down complex problems into discrete parts and guide junior consultants
• Plan, execute analyses, and identify core issues to form recommendations
• Direct small teams to move projects forward with senior support
• Lead day-to-day project delivery, hypothesis-driven problem solving, and stakeholder management
• Communicate clearly with clients and colleagues to ensure cohesive recommendations
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to thought leadership

Key requirements

• 6+ years of relevant experience, ideally with a top-tier strategy firm or in-house strategy/consulting
• In-depth knowledge of Consumer Goods, preferably Grocery Retail
• Strong strategic problem-solving background
• Excellent analytical, synthesis, and presentation skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication in formal and informal settings
• Willingness to travel part of the week
• Proactive, curious, and creative with initiative to learn and apply new skills
• Bachelor or higher degree from a top academic program
• Fluent in English and in French or German or Dutch
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, talented team

• strong communication
• stakeholder management
• creativity
• analytical thinking
• synthesis of complex data
• strategic problem solving

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