London Office - Industrials Team - Consultant OR Manager (4-8years experience) - German Speaker required Location London Job Description About L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consulting firm that addresses the most critical commercial issues for the leaders of some of the world's most successful businesses. Clients come to us time and again because we are proven to act as insightful experts and trusted partners. We are uncompromising in our approach to helping clients make better decisions at crucial moments-changing the trajectory of their enterprise, delivering improved business performance, and creating greater shareholder returns. Our teams combine our core capabilities-research, benchmarking, modelling, data & analytics, and strategy development-to create game-changing insights and practical solutions that seize competitive advantage and unlock new growth opportunities. We enable clients to make critical decisions with greater certainty and empower them to master their moments of truth. With more than 2,300 professionals located across five continents, L.E.K. specialises in strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) support for clients across the full range of corporates and private equity. We are experts in a wide range of industries, including life sciences and healthcare, retail and consumer, financial services, industrials, energy, and transportation. Our Global Industrials Practice At L.E.K., our Industrials practice sits at the forefront of solving the most complex and high-impact challenges facing global manufacturers, industrial technology leaders, and infrastructure innovators. We partner with clients across a broad spectrum of industrial subsectors-including advanced manufacturing, building products, chemicals, aerospace, and logistics-to shape their growth, transform operations, and lead in a changing world. Whether it's developing cutting-edge market entry strategies, supporting multi-billion-dollar M&A deals, or helping clients navigate the sustainability transition, our team brings rigorous analysis and bold thinking to every engagement. You'll work alongside industry experts and senior leaders, delivering tangible impact from day one and gaining exposure to some of the most dynamic and essential sectors of the global economy. If you're excited by strategic problem-solving in a fast-paced, analytically driven environment with real-world implications, the Industrials team at L.E.K. is the place to build your career. Further information on our global Industrials practice: What We Are Looking For To further strengthen its global and sectoral footprint, L.E.K. Consulting is committed to significantly expanding its market presence in Europe, with a particular focus on Industrials. We are now looking for established, entrepreneurial Consultants and Managers to build their careers toward Partner and help shape our management team. L.E.K. intends to reinforce its strong sector positions in the following areas: Industrial Equipment & Technology, Building & Construction, and Packaging. What you'll bring: Experience in Commercial Due Diligence, Vendor Due Diligence, and top-line strategic projects is a must 3-8+ years of relevant strategy consulting experience, ideally within the Industrials sector Fluency in German and English is essential Additional corporate experience in the industrial or private equity industry is appreciated Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical capabilities with proven expertise in strategy consulting approaches Experience mentoring and coaching across analytical skills, project management, client relationships, and interpersonal development High proficiency in Excel and confidence in data interrogation and reporting Strong project management skills, including work planning, presentation development, and quality control of analysis Diversity and Inclusion at L.E.K. Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have several affinity groups to support and enrich our employees, and in addition, our Diversity and Inclusion committee celebrates events throughout the year with a focus on awareness and education. For further information on the L.E.K. career journey:
Jul 25, 2025
Full time
London Office - Industrials Team - Consultant OR Manager (4-8years experience) - German Speaker required Location London Job Description About L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consulting firm that addresses the most critical commercial issues for the leaders of some of the world's most successful businesses. Clients come to us time and again because we are proven to act as insightful experts and trusted partners. We are uncompromising in our approach to helping clients make better decisions at crucial moments-changing the trajectory of their enterprise, delivering improved business performance, and creating greater shareholder returns. Our teams combine our core capabilities-research, benchmarking, modelling, data & analytics, and strategy development-to create game-changing insights and practical solutions that seize competitive advantage and unlock new growth opportunities. We enable clients to make critical decisions with greater certainty and empower them to master their moments of truth. With more than 2,300 professionals located across five continents, L.E.K. specialises in strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) support for clients across the full range of corporates and private equity. We are experts in a wide range of industries, including life sciences and healthcare, retail and consumer, financial services, industrials, energy, and transportation. Our Global Industrials Practice At L.E.K., our Industrials practice sits at the forefront of solving the most complex and high-impact challenges facing global manufacturers, industrial technology leaders, and infrastructure innovators. We partner with clients across a broad spectrum of industrial subsectors-including advanced manufacturing, building products, chemicals, aerospace, and logistics-to shape their growth, transform operations, and lead in a changing world. Whether it's developing cutting-edge market entry strategies, supporting multi-billion-dollar M&A deals, or helping clients navigate the sustainability transition, our team brings rigorous analysis and bold thinking to every engagement. You'll work alongside industry experts and senior leaders, delivering tangible impact from day one and gaining exposure to some of the most dynamic and essential sectors of the global economy. If you're excited by strategic problem-solving in a fast-paced, analytically driven environment with real-world implications, the Industrials team at L.E.K. is the place to build your career. Further information on our global Industrials practice: What We Are Looking For To further strengthen its global and sectoral footprint, L.E.K. Consulting is committed to significantly expanding its market presence in Europe, with a particular focus on Industrials. We are now looking for established, entrepreneurial Consultants and Managers to build their careers toward Partner and help shape our management team. L.E.K. intends to reinforce its strong sector positions in the following areas: Industrial Equipment & Technology, Building & Construction, and Packaging. What you'll bring: Experience in Commercial Due Diligence, Vendor Due Diligence, and top-line strategic projects is a must 3-8+ years of relevant strategy consulting experience, ideally within the Industrials sector Fluency in German and English is essential Additional corporate experience in the industrial or private equity industry is appreciated Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical capabilities with proven expertise in strategy consulting approaches Experience mentoring and coaching across analytical skills, project management, client relationships, and interpersonal development High proficiency in Excel and confidence in data interrogation and reporting Strong project management skills, including work planning, presentation development, and quality control of analysis Diversity and Inclusion at L.E.K. Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have several affinity groups to support and enrich our employees, and in addition, our Diversity and Inclusion committee celebrates events throughout the year with a focus on awareness and education. For further information on the L.E.K. career journey:
London office - Manager or Consultant - Industrials Sector Location London Job Description About L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consulting firm that addresses the most critical commercial issues for the leaders of some of the world's most successful businesses. Clients come to us time and again because we are proven to act as an insightful expert and a trusted partner. We are uncompromising in our approach to help clients make better decisions at crucial moments, changing the trajectory of their enterprise, delivering improved business performance and creating greater shareholder returns. Our teams combine our core capabilities of research, benchmarking, modelling, data & analytics and strategy development to create game-changing insights and practical solutions that seize competitive advantage and unlock new growth opportunities. We enable clients to make critical decisions with greater certainty and empower them to master their moments of truth. With more than 1,900 professionals located across five continents, L.E.K. specialises in Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) support with clients across the full range of corporates and private equity. We are expert in a wide range of industries, including Life Sciences and healthcare, retail and consumer, financial services, industrials, energy and transportation. Our global growth ambitions are huge. Be part of this growth. Our Global Industrials Practice: Industrials is the biggest global sector and one of the three "super sectors" within L.E.K. Our Industrials teams are at the cutting edge of global transformative trends affecting industry deeply, such technology shifts, changes in regional supply and demand, or energy availability and energy mix transition. Our projects address key strategic challenges implied for our clients: Where should a global construction business invest to drive fast European growth? How does an automotive OEM need to reconfigure their electronic development to drive the best user experience in the market? How can a global packaging company become the leader in sustainability? Further information on our global industrial practice is attached: What we are looking for: To further strengthen its global and sectoral footprint, L.E.K. Consulting is committed to significantly expanding its market presence in Europe, with a particular focus in Industrials. We are now looking for established, entrepreneurial Consultants and Managers to join the existing team, L.E.K. intends to reinforce its strong sector positions in the following: Industrial Equipment & Technology, Building & Construction, and Packaging, and are keen to develop a stronger presence in adjacent segments, e.g., Energy, Automotive, and Chemicals. L.E.K. is also keen to explore historically underserved segments such as large Mittelstand businesses. L.E.K. seeks highly motivated, creative, and entrepreneurial candidates with proven experience, who possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective interpersonal and communication skills, leadership qualities, and uncompromising ethics. Specific skills Outstanding academic achievement 3 - 8+ years of relevant strategy consulting experience in the Industrials sector Additional corporateexperience in the industrial or Private Equity Industry is also appreciated Strong communication skills, alongside demonstrated teamwork & leadership Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills combined with proven expertise in strategy consulting approaches Proven experience in mentoring and coaching people in multiple dimensions including analytical skills, project management, client relationship management, and interpersonal skills Numerically literate, strong excel skills, and comfortable with data interrogation and reporting Strong project management skills including work planning, presentation development and quality control of analysis Fluency in German and English, additional languages are advantageous Don't meet every single requirement here? Don't worry If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to either reach out to our recruiters or apply. There could be an even better role for you once you talk to us! Diversity and inclusion at L.E.K. Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have several affinity groups to support and enrich our employees and in addition, our Diversity and Inclusion committee celebrate events throughout the year with a focus on awareness and education. For further information on the L.E.K. career journey:
Jul 24, 2025
Full time
London office - Manager or Consultant - Industrials Sector Location London Job Description About L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consulting firm that addresses the most critical commercial issues for the leaders of some of the world's most successful businesses. Clients come to us time and again because we are proven to act as an insightful expert and a trusted partner. We are uncompromising in our approach to help clients make better decisions at crucial moments, changing the trajectory of their enterprise, delivering improved business performance and creating greater shareholder returns. Our teams combine our core capabilities of research, benchmarking, modelling, data & analytics and strategy development to create game-changing insights and practical solutions that seize competitive advantage and unlock new growth opportunities. We enable clients to make critical decisions with greater certainty and empower them to master their moments of truth. With more than 1,900 professionals located across five continents, L.E.K. specialises in Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) support with clients across the full range of corporates and private equity. We are expert in a wide range of industries, including Life Sciences and healthcare, retail and consumer, financial services, industrials, energy and transportation. Our global growth ambitions are huge. Be part of this growth. Our Global Industrials Practice: Industrials is the biggest global sector and one of the three "super sectors" within L.E.K. Our Industrials teams are at the cutting edge of global transformative trends affecting industry deeply, such technology shifts, changes in regional supply and demand, or energy availability and energy mix transition. Our projects address key strategic challenges implied for our clients: Where should a global construction business invest to drive fast European growth? How does an automotive OEM need to reconfigure their electronic development to drive the best user experience in the market? How can a global packaging company become the leader in sustainability? Further information on our global industrial practice is attached: What we are looking for: To further strengthen its global and sectoral footprint, L.E.K. Consulting is committed to significantly expanding its market presence in Europe, with a particular focus in Industrials. We are now looking for established, entrepreneurial Consultants and Managers to join the existing team, L.E.K. intends to reinforce its strong sector positions in the following: Industrial Equipment & Technology, Building & Construction, and Packaging, and are keen to develop a stronger presence in adjacent segments, e.g., Energy, Automotive, and Chemicals. L.E.K. is also keen to explore historically underserved segments such as large Mittelstand businesses. L.E.K. seeks highly motivated, creative, and entrepreneurial candidates with proven experience, who possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective interpersonal and communication skills, leadership qualities, and uncompromising ethics. Specific skills Outstanding academic achievement 3 - 8+ years of relevant strategy consulting experience in the Industrials sector Additional corporateexperience in the industrial or Private Equity Industry is also appreciated Strong communication skills, alongside demonstrated teamwork & leadership Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills combined with proven expertise in strategy consulting approaches Proven experience in mentoring and coaching people in multiple dimensions including analytical skills, project management, client relationship management, and interpersonal skills Numerically literate, strong excel skills, and comfortable with data interrogation and reporting Strong project management skills including work planning, presentation development and quality control of analysis Fluency in German and English, additional languages are advantageous Don't meet every single requirement here? Don't worry If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to either reach out to our recruiters or apply. There could be an even better role for you once you talk to us! Diversity and inclusion at L.E.K. Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have several affinity groups to support and enrich our employees and in addition, our Diversity and Inclusion committee celebrate events throughout the year with a focus on awareness and education. For further information on the L.E.K. career journey:
London Office - Consumer Sector - Consultant & Manager (4-8+ years consulting experience) (M/F/D) Location London Job Description London office - Manager or Consultant (4-8 years' experience) - Consumer Sector (F/M/D) About L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consultancy working with business leaders to seize competitive advantage and amplify growth. We do this through a deep understanding of our clients' markets and capabilities, delivered by a team of experts with the highest levels of rigour, creativity and insight. We are differentiated by our passion for solving complex problems and the collaborative approach we take with our clients. Our work spans corporate strategy, private equity, mergers and acquisitions and performance improvement across every major industry and region. Founded in 1983, L.E.K. employs more than 2,200 professionals across five continents. About the Role We are seeking ambitious individuals with4-8 years' of Strategy Consulting experience to join our growing Consumer Sector team in our London office . This is an opportunity to help lead and deliver high-impact strategy and transaction support engagements for a broad range of consumer clients. You'll be part of a dynamic and entrepreneurial team that works with some of the most recognisable and innovative consumer brands in the world. You will work closely with senior leadership and client teams to frame strategic and commercial questions, design and execute complex analyses, develop insights focused on consumer behaviours and commercial models, and communicate recommendations in a clear, impactful manner. You'll also have the opportunity to help shape the direction of the Consumer practice through business development and team mentorship. Consumer Subsectors We Cover: We support clients across a wide spectrum of consumer-focused categories, including: Retail (e.g., general and specialty retail, online marketplaces, e-commerce and omnichannel retail distribution) Food & Beverage (e.g., packaged FMCG, agriculture, ingredients and hospitality / food service) Home (e.g., furniture, appliances, home improvement) Health & Beauty (e.g., skincare, cosmetics, personal care, vitamins & supplements, fitness and wellbeing products / services) Travel & Leisure (e.g., tour operators, OTAs, attractions, site-based leisure and competitive socialising) Telecoms, Media & Entertainment (e.g., broadcasting / sports rights, streaming, gaming, publishing / content distribution and telecoms / satellite connectivity) Clothing & Apparel (e.g., fashion, footwear and accessories) What We're Looking For Experience : 4-8 years of experience in Strategy Consulting, across growth strategy, business strategy, commercial due diligence (buy-side and sell-side) and commercial excellence Analytical Skills : Demonstrated ability to structure problems, conduct robust analysis, and derive insights from complex data Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a track record of producing high-quality, client-ready materials Leadership : Ability to lead workstreams autonomously as well as to manage and coach junior team members Project management: Proven track record of successful client management and delivery of challenging projects Industry Passion : Genuine interest in consumer trends, evolving consumer behaviours and brand strategy Why Join Us Impactful Work : Help solve some of the most pressing challenges for top consumer brands / retailers Growth : Opportunity to progress quickly in a meritocratic environment with active mentorship from experienced practice leaders Culture : Join a collaborative, high-performing team that values curiosity, diversity and creativity Flexibility : Hybrid working and proactive support for work-life balance - we are 3 days in the office per week or client site Diversity and inclusion at L.E.K. Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have several affinity groups to support and enrich our employees and in addition, our Diversity and Inclusion committee celebrate events throughout the year with a focus on awareness and education. Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Jul 24, 2025
Full time
London Office - Consumer Sector - Consultant & Manager (4-8+ years consulting experience) (M/F/D) Location London Job Description London office - Manager or Consultant (4-8 years' experience) - Consumer Sector (F/M/D) About L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consultancy working with business leaders to seize competitive advantage and amplify growth. We do this through a deep understanding of our clients' markets and capabilities, delivered by a team of experts with the highest levels of rigour, creativity and insight. We are differentiated by our passion for solving complex problems and the collaborative approach we take with our clients. Our work spans corporate strategy, private equity, mergers and acquisitions and performance improvement across every major industry and region. Founded in 1983, L.E.K. employs more than 2,200 professionals across five continents. About the Role We are seeking ambitious individuals with4-8 years' of Strategy Consulting experience to join our growing Consumer Sector team in our London office . This is an opportunity to help lead and deliver high-impact strategy and transaction support engagements for a broad range of consumer clients. You'll be part of a dynamic and entrepreneurial team that works with some of the most recognisable and innovative consumer brands in the world. You will work closely with senior leadership and client teams to frame strategic and commercial questions, design and execute complex analyses, develop insights focused on consumer behaviours and commercial models, and communicate recommendations in a clear, impactful manner. You'll also have the opportunity to help shape the direction of the Consumer practice through business development and team mentorship. Consumer Subsectors We Cover: We support clients across a wide spectrum of consumer-focused categories, including: Retail (e.g., general and specialty retail, online marketplaces, e-commerce and omnichannel retail distribution) Food & Beverage (e.g., packaged FMCG, agriculture, ingredients and hospitality / food service) Home (e.g., furniture, appliances, home improvement) Health & Beauty (e.g., skincare, cosmetics, personal care, vitamins & supplements, fitness and wellbeing products / services) Travel & Leisure (e.g., tour operators, OTAs, attractions, site-based leisure and competitive socialising) Telecoms, Media & Entertainment (e.g., broadcasting / sports rights, streaming, gaming, publishing / content distribution and telecoms / satellite connectivity) Clothing & Apparel (e.g., fashion, footwear and accessories) What We're Looking For Experience : 4-8 years of experience in Strategy Consulting, across growth strategy, business strategy, commercial due diligence (buy-side and sell-side) and commercial excellence Analytical Skills : Demonstrated ability to structure problems, conduct robust analysis, and derive insights from complex data Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a track record of producing high-quality, client-ready materials Leadership : Ability to lead workstreams autonomously as well as to manage and coach junior team members Project management: Proven track record of successful client management and delivery of challenging projects Industry Passion : Genuine interest in consumer trends, evolving consumer behaviours and brand strategy Why Join Us Impactful Work : Help solve some of the most pressing challenges for top consumer brands / retailers Growth : Opportunity to progress quickly in a meritocratic environment with active mentorship from experienced practice leaders Culture : Join a collaborative, high-performing team that values curiosity, diversity and creativity Flexibility : Hybrid working and proactive support for work-life balance - we are 3 days in the office per week or client site Diversity and inclusion at L.E.K. Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have several affinity groups to support and enrich our employees and in addition, our Diversity and Inclusion committee celebrate events throughout the year with a focus on awareness and education. Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.