Principal Consultant - Client Management

Job description

The opportunity As a Principal Consultant at Proxima, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, leading complex, high‑value engagements and shaping transformational outcomes. You will combine deep subject matter expertise with strong leadership, influencing both client strategy and delivery while developing Proxima’s people and capabilities. This is a senior, hands‑on role for consultants who thrive in ambiguity, enjoy leading teams, and want to have a lasting impact on clients and the firm. What you’ll do Lead complex client engagements Lead large, complex procurement and transformation programmes across multiple workstreams Translate client vision into practical, executable solutions Ensure delivery excellence across all outputs, aligned to Proxima’s client‑ready principles Partner with senior stakeholders Build trusted relationships with senior and executive‑level client stakeholders Navigate ambiguity and competing priorities to maintain momentum and outcomes Act as a strategic advisor, shaping long‑term client roadmaps Engage and collaborate with stakeholders Work directly with senior client stakeholders to gather requirements and align objectives. Communicate findings clearly and professionally with team members and senior client stakeholders. Lead workshops, working sessions, and day-to-day client interactions. Develop people and capability Coach, mentor, and develop consultants across levels Actively contribute to Proxima’s apprenticeship culture Set standards for quality, collaboration, and delivery Grow Proxima’s intellectual capital Lead and contribute to IP, asset, and methodology development Actively engage in Communities of Practice Support business development and identify growth opportunities Work in a global, flexible model Operate in a hybrid environment, balancing client, home, and office-based work. Travel as required to support client delivery and team collaboration. What you bring Experience and expertise Significant consulting experience, ideally within procurement or a related domain Proven track record leading complex client engagements Strong commercial and strategic acumen Leadership mindset Ability to lead teams and influence senior stakeholders Confidence operating in ambiguous, fast‑paced environments Strong coaching and people‑development capability Consulting approach Structured problem‑solving and storytelling skills Executive presence, credibility, and integrity Ownership‑driven, delivery‑focused mindset Why Join Proxima A bold, collaborative culture Our culture is one of our greatest strengths. We are inclusive, supportive, and ambitious, with a flat structure that encourages collaboration and early responsibility. You will join a friendly, open, and high-performing team. A responsible business We are committed to being a responsible business, with a strong focus on wellbeing, sustainability, and social responsibility. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we invest in their growth and development. Growth, learning, and opportunity You will benefit from continuous training and development, clear career progression, and exposure to a wide range of clients and industries. As a fast-expanding global company, Proxima offers meaningful opportunities to shape both your career and the future of the firm. Continuous training and development Clear career progression Competitive compensation and generous PTO Flexible hybrid working Exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries Global opportunities and great office locations A strong, people-centred company culture Who thrives here You are: Curious, commercially minded, and eager to learn. Comfortable working with data and structured problem-solving. Confident engaging with stakeholders and contributing to team delivery. Motivated by real outcomes and hands-on impact. Excited to grow with a fast-expanding global consultancy. Time to be bold. Join Proxima and help leading organizations make smarter commercial decisions, strengthen supplier relationships, and unlock lasting value, while building a career supported by exceptional people.