Associate Director – Major Projects Advisory

UK Wide | £90k–£100k + Package

We’re looking for an exceptional Associate Director to help shape and grow strategic capability across major projects, programmes, and portfolios. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in complex programme environments and has experience supporting senior leadership—think Chief of Staff, Business Manager, PMO, or Transformation Lead. You’ll work across high-profile programmes, co-developing strategy, building relationships, and delivering impactful outcomes across the whole advisory practice.

What you’ll be doing:

• Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, shaping agendas, supporting decisions, and influencing outcomes
• Turning broad ideas into clear strategies, deliverables, and actionable insights
• Leading and supporting high-profile advisory engagements, particularly in mobilisation and early programme stages
• Working across multiple sectors, collaborating with teams, and helping grow client relationships
• Contributing to business development while delivering billable work

Experience and qualities we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in complex infrastructure or capital project environments, ideally close to leadership (consulting, PMO, Chief of Staff, Transformation, Business Manager roles)
• Strategic thinker with strong judgement and the ability to synthesize complex information quickly
• Confident, adaptable communicator who can engage senior stakeholders
• Delivery-focused, comfortable in ambiguity, and capable of moving from framing to execution
• Collaborative, low-ego team player with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Exposure to regulated sectors (energy, transport, water) and governance frameworks is desirable

The package:

• Competitive salary £90k–£100k plus bonus and benefits package
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, pension options, and flexible benefits scheme
• 25 days holiday (+ option to buy more) and additional birthday leave
• Flexibility to support hybrid working and individual working patterns
• Opportunities for professional growth, mentoring, and exposure to high-profile programmes
• Volunteering days, lunch allowance, and staff discounts

This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking advisory practice, contribute at a strategic level, and help shape the future of major projects across the UK.

To hear more about this role, get in touch with me.