Public Sector Engagement Lead – Growth & Impact

Company: McKinsey & Company, Inc.
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Location: City of Westminster
Job Description:

Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You’ve come to the right place.

YOUR IMPACT

You will lead the day-to-day execution of a client project while guiding and developing individual team members. You will typically lead a team of 3-5 consultants to help clients achieve new performance heights. You’ll work directly with clients – usually on site – and you’ll take ownership of the overall project and its end products. You will make an important contribution to the analysis, design and implementation of business performance approaches, developing tailor‑made solutions and working closely with clients to ensure positive impact and sustainable results. Client project work typically includes gathering and analysing information, formulating and testing hypotheses and developing recommendations for presentation to client management. From there, you will implement those recommendations with client team members. You’ll also gain new skills and build on the strengths you bring to the firm. You will receive exceptional training as well as frequent coaching and mentoring from colleagues and senior leaders on your teams. You’ll be based in London in our UKIIO (United Kingdom, Ireland and Israel office) and will work aligned with the Public Sector practice. This practice operates globally and on a broad spectrum encompassing Defense & Security, Education, Global Public Health and Public Finance. You will have the opportunity to work on teams and help the best organisations in the world – across the private, public and social sectors – solve some of their most difficult problems.

YOUR GROWTH

  • Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast‑paced learning experience, owning your journey.
  • A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
  • Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • World‑class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well‑being for you and your family.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

  • Bachelor’s degree with a consistent outstanding academic record; advanced degree or MBA is preferred.
  • 8+ years of highly relevant experience in the Public Sector, preferably including 3+ years in a leadership role within the business.
  • Previous consulting experience is a plus.
  • Deep expertise in the industries as well as solid functional knowledge including but not limited to strategy, business development, project management, marketing and sales, etc.
  • Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability in a team environment.
  • Ability to take initiative, break new ground, create opportunities for others and take personal risks as seen through leadership roles in the work environment and extracurricular activities.
  • Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization.
  • Fluency level language skills in English.

FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026