Senior Consultant

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We’re hiring a Senior Consultant to join Akeso, working on projects that drive meaningful change across healthcare and life sciences.

At Akeso, we partner with healthcare providers and suppliers to solve complex challenges across strategy, transformation, operational efficiency, and financial performance – with a clear focus on improving patient outcomes and system sustainability.

This is a role where you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful workstreams, collaborate closely with senior stakeholders, and help turn analysis into practical, actionable change.

What you’ll be doing:

Leading workstreams across strategy, transformation, operational efficiency, and financial performance improvement initiatives
Producing clear, high-quality, client-ready outputs
Working with senior stakeholders to shape insights and recommendations
Supporting and mentoring junior team members
Contributing to how we continue to grow and strengthen as a firm

We’re looking for someone who:

Is motivated by delivering meaningful change in healthcare
Has 3+ years’ experience in consulting or a similar project-based environment
Is comfortable taking ownership and contributing to delivery
Has experience contributing to operational improvement initiatives (e.g. service redesign, supply chain, procurement)
Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Communicates clearly and builds strong relationships with stakeholders
Has experience preparing client-ready reports and presentations
Works well in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Has familiarity with the UK healthcare system, NHS structures, or a regulated environment (beneficial, not essential)

Why join Akeso:

Meaningful, high-impact work in a sector that matters
A growing consultancy where you can shape both projects and the firm
Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
Generous and flexible annual leave
Enhanced family support
Private healthcare, life assurance, and an employee assistance programme
Dedicated personal and study days to support your development
Pension and long-term benefits recognising service and wellbeing
Regular team socials and opportunities to connect across the business

Location:

Leeds or London (hybrid – typically 2 days per week in the office or on client site)

We appreciate that strong candidates don’t always meet every requirement. If you’re interested in the role and have consulting experience but aren’t sure you tick every box, we would still encourage you to apply!

Akeso is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to attract and support high-performing talent. If you require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know – we’re happy to help.

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