Managing Consultant - Software Engineering

Managing Consultant – Bristol, United Kingdom

PA Consulting invites applications for a Managing Consultant role in our Bristol office. The role focuses on delivery of complex architectural solutions, business development and client relationship management within the Defence & Security sector.

• Lead the management team to shape and launch new service propositions while driving strategic business growth.
• Oversee business development initiatives by building trusted client relationships and delivering high‑impact solutions.
• Act as a respected advisor for FTSE 100 clients, guiding them through complex challenges.
• Coach and support your team’s growth through knowledge‑sharing and development opportunities.
• Work in a values‑driven environment that prioritises inclusion and excellence.

• Proven experience leading architecture and development teams, delivering end‑to‑end solutions for complex client challenges.
• Strong understanding of the defence sector, with experience across areas such as banking, insurance, payments or wealth management.
• Demonstrated ability to shape and communicate architectural strategies across multiple domains.
• Skilled at building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, translating technical insight into business value.
• Track record of contributing to business development, including pre‑sales, proposal development and client engagement.
• Familiarity with architecture frameworks and modelling tools such as UML, Archi Mate, and awareness of emerging trends and technologies.
• Established network of senior stakeholders within your specialist sector, with proven ability to nurture and expand relationships that support long‑term client partnerships.

• Experience leading architecture and development teams.
• Defence sector knowledge across finance‑related domains.
• Strong architectural strategy communication.
• Relationship building with senior stakeholders.
• Business development experience.
• Knowledge of UML and Archi Mate.
• Sector network and partnership development.

• Cloud & Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, IBM, Oracle, Salesforce
• Architecture & Delivery:
  Microservices, packaged solutions, cloud/on‑premise models, agile delivery, digital transformation
• Tools & Frameworks:
  IoT, cloud‑native architectures, UML, Archi Mate

• Health and lifestyle perks with private healthcare for you and your family.
• 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the option to purchase 5 additional days.
• Generous company pension scheme.
• Opportunity to engage in community and charity‑based initiatives.
• Annual performance‑based bonus.
• PA share ownership.
• Tax‑efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn).

The role requires a minimum of two days per week in the office or on client site, with flexibility to spend up to five days on client site depending on assignment.

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We are committed to advancing equality. We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions without reference to disability, race, ethnicity, gender identity, or any other personal characteristic. We welcome applications from under‑represented groups.