Consultant/Senior Consultant/Manager, Complex Procurement, GPS Strategy & Transformation, Defence & Security

b Overview /b p In this role, you will support public sector clients—especially Defence and security-focused programmes—in designing and delivering complex procurements. You will join a collaborative Transformation team, shaping strategies, supplier engagement, and contract models to drive value and better services for citizens. You’ll work across strategy, solution design, and implementation with cross-functional experts. The opportunity offers hybrid working in Bristol, London, or Manchester and a path to meaningful impact in a mission-driven organisation. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li hybrid working policy /li li development opportunities /li li focus on wellbeing /li li inclusive culture /li li flexible working arrangements /li li purpose-driven culture /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Draft procurement and commercial strategies with options and evaluation plans /li li Contribute to key procurement documentation (PQQs, ITN/ITPD, Heads of Terms, Contracts) /li li Generate analysis to support solution development and change /li li Support negotiations between Defence/Public Sector and suppliers /li li Develop contract management operating models /li li Collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams on procurement strategies and business case activities /li li Build strong client and third-party relationships /li li Coordinate with Digital Strategy, Innovation, Cyber Security, and Data Analytics teams /li li Continuously develop personal skills and share insights /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Experience navigating complex procurement landscapes in defence or government /li li Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on problem-solving /li li Knowledge of procurement regulations /li li Effective verbal and written communication /li li Strong project management under tight timelines /li li Ability to lead a workstream within a broader team project /li li Comfort working in ambiguous, fast-changing environments /li li Ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams and build relationships /li /ul ul li problem-solving /li li communication /li li collaboration /li li procurement strategy /li li contract management /li li vendor negotiations /li /ul