Strategy Consultant – Aerospace & Defence

Company: Freshminds
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Location: London
Job Description:

A client in a tier 1 consultancy working on various industries is seeking Consultants, Senior Consultants and Managers to join the team on an interim contract. You will join a team of strategy consultants to support various due diligence pieces, strategies, design and program coordination across a range of key programs.

You will report to executive stakeholders internally and externally, preparing materials and insight reports to support strategic meetings and enable informed decision‑making.

Responsibilities

  • Support strategy development, program planning and design across complex aerospace & defence initiatives
  • Coordinate workstreams, ensuring alignment, progress monitoring and effective communication
  • Develop high‑quality documentation, presentations and insight packs for executive‑level meetings
  • Engage with senior stakeholders to shape program direction and address delivery challenges
  • Conduct analysis to inform decision‑making and support program governance
  • Depending on level, lead work packages, manage junior team members or oversee multiple workstreams

Requirements

  • MBB background / Tier-1 Strategy experience is a must
  • Demonstrable experience in the aerospace and/or defence sector is essential
  • Strong experience in strategy, program design, transformation or program coordination
  • Ability to work credibly with executive‑level stakeholders in fast‑paced environments
  • Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills
  • Active SC Clearance is helpful
  • For senior levels: demonstrated leadership and delivery ownership across complex programs

Details

  • Start date: ASAP
  • Duration: 3-6 week rolling contracts
  • Day rate: £800-£1,300+ PAYE, dependent on level
  • Location: London, Hybrid

Posted: August 1st, 2026