Senior Consultant

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.

• 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

• 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)

• 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

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.