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  We exist to challenge ineffective change and outdated consulting models, replacing them with work that is  practical, human and built to deliver .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 i