Consultant – Automotive

Company: Apera
Apply for the Consultant – Automotive
Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Apera is a first of its kind talent, engineering and consulting platform. We build amazing teams and support the development of bleeding-edge technologies. We focus exclusively on Aerospace, Robotics & AI, Defence, Space and Automotive.

We are a high-performance firm that operates at the cutting edge of deep tech and complex engineered markets.

We’re looking for an elite embedded consultant to support key clients. This is a client-facing role and you will become fully embedded within the client organisation, delivering exceptional levels of service. We have opportunities across all of our markets.

Key Skills

  • Client Service & Support– the confidence to build lasting relationships with the most innovative deep tech companies in the world.
  • Candidate Sourcing & Assessment – skilled at finding and engaging exceptional engineers and leaders and leaders using advanced search techniques.
  • Relationship Builder – natural communicator who can gain trust and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates alike.
  • Market Curiosity – genuine interest in engineering and enthusiasm for emerging technologies (e.g. eVTOL, sustainable propulsion, robotics, defence drones).
  • Resilience & Ambition – thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where success is rewarded and opportunities are huge.

Core Responsibilities

  • Talent Sourcing – sourcing world-class talent, and delivering outstanding results & experiences for our embedded clients.
  • Talent Mapping – proactively build pipelines of highly skilled engineers and technical experts across the world.
  • Trusted Advisor – support clients with market insight, salary benchmarking, and strategic hiring advice.
  • Shape the Future of the Team – play a pivotal role in scaling Apera on a global scale, with clear progression opportunities as the team grows.

Why Now?

  • We’re experiencing hyper-growth across all offices – LA, Leeds and Manchester. You will play a key role in scaling Apera on a global scale.
  • You’ll work directly with leadership and have a clear route to progression through our Flight Path framework

What’s In It for You:

  • High earning potential – Industry-leading commission structure.
  • Clear and rapid career progression.
  • Ongoing training and mentorship from the best in the business.
  • Regular incentives.
  • Relocation opportunities across the US and UK.

We are not for everyone. But if you’re the kind of person who thrives in an ambitious, high performance environment – we want to hear from you.

Posted: April 14th, 2026