Buro Happold is seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Senior Advisor with expertise in Strategy and Operations Advisory to join our esteemed team. As a Senior Advisor - Strategy and Operations Advisory, you will lead strategic projects, provide expert advice to clients, and drive operational excellence through your deep understanding of strategic frameworks, operational models, and business processes. Your leadership skills and ability to deliver exceptional results will contribute to the growth and success of Buro Happold.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage strategic projects, working closely with clients to understand their strategic objectives, operational challenges, and business needs.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' business processes, operational efficiencies, and organisational structures, identifying areas for improvement and formulating tailored recommendations.
- Develop and execute strategic plans, operational frameworks, and performance improvement initiatives that align with clients' business goals and industry best practices.
- Provide expert advice to clients on strategy and operational improvements, leveraging your in-depth knowledge and experience in the field.
- Oversee the implementation of operational changes, ensuring effective change management and delivering successful outcomes.
- Conduct financial analysis, cost modelling, and performance benchmarking to support clients in optimising their operations and achieving cost efficiencies.
- Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to foster their professional development.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in strategy and operations, and share insights with colleagues and clients.
- Contribute to business development activities, including proposal writing, client presentations, and networking events.
- Foster strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor, understanding their needs, identifying business opportunities, and ensuring client satisfaction.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and enhance strategic advisory capabilities, methodologies, and tools within the organisation.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, such as Business Administration, Management, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience working for an advisory firm or consultancy, with a focus on strategy and operations projects.
- Proven track record in leading and delivering strategic projects, conducting analysis, and implementing operational changes.
- Deep knowledge of strategic frameworks, operational models, and performance improvement methodologies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand complex challenges and formulate innovative solutions.
- Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead teams and manage client engagements.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
- Client-focused mindset, with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Passion for sustainability, innovation, and driving positive change in the built environment sector.
A place for everyone
Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.
We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.