3ADAPT are seeking a Management Consultant – Public Sector & Universities  

 
 

Job Title: Management Consultant - Public Sector (Local Authorities, Arms Length Bodies, Government Departments) & Universities 

Location: Hybrid (Bath) 2-3 days a week in the office with occasional travel .  

Salary: £40,000 - £70,000 per annum, depending on experience  

About 3Adapt

3ADAPT is a leading consultancy & software house, committed to delivering impactful and innovative solutions working with organisations to develop strategy and define business cases for capital projects. As a certified B Corp, we are committed to driving meaningful change through innovation, collaboration, and expertise. Our clients span various sectors, including public institutions, NGOs, and private companies, all focused on building a more sustainable, resilient future.


Role Overview

We are seeking a Management Consultant to join our team and support our growing portfolio in the public sector and university sectors. This role will focus on engaging with senior stakeholders to develop robust business cases for sustainability and adaptation projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and business case development within the public sector or academic institutions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Engage with senior stakeholders in public sector organisations and universities to understand their needs and objectives. 

  • Lead the development of detailed and compelling business cases that align with stakeholders' goals. 

  • Conduct strategic analysis, gather data, and evaluate options to support decision-making. 

  • Facilitate workshops and meetings with diverse stakeholder groups to identify challenges, opportunities, and pathways for solutions. 

  • Collaborate with internal teams to leverage 3ADAPT's expertise and ensure alignment with organisational goals. 

  • Monitor and report on project progress, providing insights and recommendations to enhance value delivery. 

  • Develop and deliver business cases aligned with the UK Government’s Five Case Model and the HM Treasury Green Book guidance, to ensure robust decision-making and value for money for public sector clients. 

  • Prepare and write compelling funding proposals to secure financial support for projects 


Qualifications & Skills

  • Proven experience in management consulting, with a focus on the public sector or university sector. 

  • Strong understanding of ESG principles. 

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders. 

  • Experience in developing business cases, including analysis and strategic planning. 

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 


Desirable Skills

Familiarity with following areas including: 

  • Social Value Assessment: Understanding of social value principles and experience in assessing and demonstrating the social value generated by projects and programmes. 

  • Natural Capital Assessment and Ecosystem Services Valuation: Understanding of methodologies for valuing ecosystem services and incorporating natural capital into decision-making. 

  • Climate Risk Assessment and Adaptation Planning: Experience in assessing climate risks and developing adaptation strategies. 


WHAT 3ADAPT OFFERS

At 3ADAPT, you will be part of a team of sustainability professionals who are passionate about driving impactful change. We offer a collaborative and flexible working environment that values personal growth and professional development. Working as part of our small but growing team, you will get unparalleled exposure to a diverse and varied workload. We want to learn from those that we work with and share our experiences with people who are going to make a difference.

In return, we offer you: 

  • The flexibility to specialise, but also to explore new areas of expertise, 

  • Unrivalled client facing contact and opportunities for career progression, 

  • A collaborative and diverse work environment in a small and supportive team, 

  • A competitive salary depending on experience (based on a 37.5 hour working week) 

  • 5% pension company contribution on top of personal contribution, 

  • Annual bonus opportunities depending on business performance, 

  • Life insurance, 

  • Encouragement and support to pursue personal training and learning opportunities, including payment of an annual professional subscription, 

  • 25 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, 

  • Flexible working opportunities with a minimum of 3 days a week in the office for a full-time position. Core office working hours can be agreed depending on personal circumstances. 

We also strongly believe that we should ‘practice what we preach’ and operate within our own ‘Doing Good: Responsibility and Sustainability Policy’. This sets out our commitments to ensuring that our own business is having a positive impact through growing Natural, Social, Human, Intellectual, Manufactured and Financial capitals.  

As part of this we: 

  • Commit to the development of a diverse team and equitable pay and rewards, 

  • Encourage staff to undertake 2 days of volunteering per year on charitable / educational work, 

  • Donate a percentage of profits to good causes of the team’s choice, 

  • Will be net zero carbon across all scopes by 2023 and a further commitment to becoming climate positive. 

At 3ADAPT, we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to drive sustainable change. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply. 



INTERESTED?

If you are passionate about driving sustainability and innovation in the public sector and universities, we invite you to apply for the Management Consultant position at 3ADAPT.

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to future@3ADAPT.com.

Join us at 3ADAPT, where your expertise in stakeholder engagement and strategic planning will contribute to creating impactful solutions for a sustainable future.