Consulting Manager - AI & Transformation

Consulting Manager (AI & Transformation) Sullivan & Stanley About Us Sullivan & Stanley is deliberately not a traditional consulting firm. We exist to challenge ineffective change and outdated consulting models, replacing them with work that is practical, human and built to deliver . We combine strategy, execution, technology and community to help organisations move faster and change better. No theatre. No unnecessary complexity. Just work that stands up in the real world. We’re building a high-trust, high-accountability environment for people who take ownership, follow through, and care about the impact of their work. We are also on a mission to change business for good in shaping organisations that are fit for the future. The Role This is not a passenger role. As a Consulting Manager , you lead from the front, owning delivery, shaping client outcomes, and setting the standard for how consulting should be done. You will operate as the trusted day-to-day lead for clients, translating ambiguity into structure and strategy into execution. You are equally comfortable:

• leading senior client conversations
• driving delivery at pace
• coaching consultants
• and making clear, commercially sound decisions What You’ll Do
• Own delivery of engagements or critical workstreams end-to-end
• Turn complex problems into clear, executable plans
• Build credibility quickly with senior stakeholders
• Lead, stretch and support consultants to deliver high-quality work
• Drive momentum by removing blockers and maintaining focus on outcomes
• Identify risks early and deal with them directly
• Contribute to winning and shaping new work
• Uphold high standards across delivery, communication and output AI & Data Focus You will operate at the intersection of business and technology , helping clients apply AI where it genuinely creates value. This means:
• Translating business challenges into practical AI and data solutions
• Cutting through hype to focus on what will actually work
• Advising on data readiness, governance and adoption
• Leading pilots and building confidence through delivery
• Engaging credibly with technical teams without needing to be hands-on You don’t need to build models but you do need to understand enough to challenge, guide and decide . What We’re Looking For
• 6–8+ years in consulting or complex transformation environments
• A track record of owning delivery and making things happen
• Strong judgement, you know when to go deep and when to move
• Ability to operate with pace, structure and accountability
• Credibility with senior stakeholders
• Experience leading and developing others
• Commercial awareness and contribution to growth You’ll likely stand out if you:
• Have worked on AI, data or technology-enabled transformation
• Can bridge strategy and execution without losing either
• Bring clarity and direction in ambiguous situations What Success Looks Like
• Clients trust you and want to work with you again
• Work gets delivered to a high standard, without drama
• Teams you lead are clearer, stronger and more effective
• You contribute to growing the business, not just delivering within it How We Work
• We say what we mean
• We do what we say
• We support each other
• We take responsibility Why Join Us
• Real ownership and autonomy
• Meaningful, visible impact on clients and the firm
• A team of high-calibre, low-ego operators
• Ongoing investment in your development
• Flexible benefits including pension, enhanced parental leave, wellbeing support and more Our Commitment We’re building a diverse, inclusive environment where different perspectives are valued and expected. We hire for capability, judgement and potential and we hold a high bar. Final Note This role isn’t for everyone. It suits people who:
• take ownership without waiting to be asked
• are comfortable with ambiguity
• care about doing the work properly
• and want to help build something, not just be part of it