Consultant

Sewell Group

8d ago

Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
Consulting
Business, Operations & Strategy
Leeds

AI generated summary

You must have consultancy experience in the built environment, a relevant degree or studying towards one, strong client management, business acumen, and project management skills.
You will mentor team members, deliver client-focused projects, manage relationships, ensure quality control, and contribute to business growth and strategic planning.

Requirements

As well as exhibiting our company behaviours of being Positive, Professional, Customer Focused, a Team Player and Doing the Right Thing, the successful candidates will have the following:
Essential
Proven experience in a consultancy role, ideally within the built environment, property, or related sectors.
Hold or be studying towards a formal degree qualification linked to the built environment, business, finance, economics or humanities.
Good client management abilities, with a focus on building long-term relationships.
Commercial acumen and business development experience, including proposal writing and client presentations.
Knowledge of project management and delivery methodologies, governance frameworks, and industry standards.
Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to think strategically, solve complex problems, and drive innovation.
Experience within an estates and/or healthcare role.
Business Case qualification (or the commitment to work towards this).
Experience of writing reports, business cases, feasibility studies on subjects related to the company’s business.
Excellent verbal and written presentational skills.
Ability to understand complex and contentious data and present it in an easy-to-understand way.
High level of attention to detail.
A full driving licence, valid in the UK and own transport.
Excellent levels of computer literacy in Microsoft Office products, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Be able to work both as a team member and alone in a busy working environment.
Have a flexible attitude towards hours worked and interest in supporting the wider team during holiday and sickness periods.
Desirable
Professional qualifications such as MRICS.
Advanced degree (MBA, MSc) in Business, Real Estate, or a related field.
Familiarity with Employee Ownership Trusts and their impact on business culture and performance.
Experience of working within the NHS or other public sector.
Operational experience of working within the NHS.
Healthcare planning qualification.

Responsibilities

Mentor and coach Junior Consultants and Graduates, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth.
Contribute to, and support the delivery of team meetings, workshops, and strategy sessions, providing insights and recommendations.
Support the Service Area Leadership Team in achieving business targets, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Contribute towards the commercial management of projects within your work area and maintain accurate documentation and reporting for all project-related activities.
Implement best practices in project delivery and management, ensuring robust risk management and quality control.
Monitor and report on project performance, ensuring accountability and transparency.
Highlight any issues, problems, opportunities, risks, threats, solutions, ideas, complaints, or positive feedback in a timely fashion.
Act as a point of contact for key clients, building strong, positive, and long-term relationships.
Proactively manage client expectations, ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Develop tailored solutions to meet client needs, enhancing Sewell Advisory’s reputation in the market.
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders and organisations.
Assist in the preparation of proposals, bids, and presentations to secure new projects.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand our client portfolio and market presence.
Leverage industry insights to drive growth and position Sewell Advisory as a leader in the estates advisory sector.
Contribute to project reviews and performance analysis to identify areas for improvement and innovation.
Ensure that the maximum value is achieved for partners whilst at the same time ensuring that profits for the company are maximised.
Ensure the delivery of high-quality consultancy services in line with client expectations and industry standards.
Deliver projects on time, within costs and within quality / proposal requirements. This will involve progress reporting / client satisfaction, monitoring of the project plan and other key performance indicators.
Act as client, employer’s representative, project manager, programme manager or agent as required by the scope and commission.
Contribute to the development of detailed project plans, manage resources effectively, and oversee project execution.
Instigate and maintain good project management procedures and project documentation e.g. briefs, scopes; project execution plans; design briefs / tenant requirements, risk & opportunity registers, delivery programmes; operational policies; etc.
Contribute towards, write and present strategies; plans; feasibility studies; option appraisals; project documentation e.g. briefs, PIDs; bid applications, business cases, capacity modelling studies; rationalisation and utilisation studies; design briefs / tenant requirements; schedules of accommodation; new ways of working, operational policies; etc. for projects, as required.
Utilise knowledge of estate healthcare planning analytics, e.g. health need analysis; market, supply, demand and capacity modelling; property condition and capacity analysis; asset utilisation and throughput assessment; design guidance and best practice; and NHS benchmarks (e.g. ERIC/PAM/PLACE) to develop clear and evidence-based projections, conclusions, and recommendations.
Contribute to the development of business cases in accordance with current HM Treasury and NHS/other public sector adopted standards (unless already held, you will be required to complete training to achieve Better Business Case Foundation and Practitioner Qualifications).

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer hybrid remote working opportunities while requiring some travel for effective team and business development.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary for this position is dependent upon experience.

What are the working hours for this role?

The working hours for this role are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm.

Where is this position located?

This position is based at one of our main offices in Hull, Leeds, Stockton, Nottingham, or Manchester.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the role includes mentoring and coaching Junior Consultants and Graduates, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates should hold or be studying towards a formal degree qualification linked to the built environment, business, finance, economics, or humanities.

Is experience in the healthcare sector necessary?

While experience in an estates and/or healthcare role is preferable, it is not strictly required but can be beneficial.

Are there opportunities for bonuses?

Yes, there is an annual bonus opportunity based on performance.

What are the key responsibilities of the Consultant?

Key responsibilities include supporting project delivery, managing client relations, developing tailored solutions, and ensuring high-quality service delivery while monitoring project performance.

What benefits do you offer?

Benefits include competitive salary, 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), a pension scheme, staff discounts, and participation in employee ownership.

Do I need a driving license for this position?

Yes, a full driving license valid in the UK and own transport are required for this role.

Sewell Group

Serving the region since 1876 providing estates solutions, as well as operating 13 fuel & convenience stores.

Engineering & Construction

Industry

201-500

Employees

1876

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sewell is a multi-disciplined group of companies operating across the Yorkshire region. As a Sunday Times 100 Best Company To Work For, we strive to be a great place to work so we can be a great, innovative company to deal with. In whatever we do, we aim to create value for our communities and prove that a local family business can deliver world class services