We offer advice and expertise to all kind of business sector to help them improve their business performance in terms of operations, profitability, management, structure and strategy. Although the workload can be heavy, consulting is a sociable profession with plenty of networking opportunities. The work stretches across a variety of areas, including management, strategy, IT, finance, marketing, HR and supply chain management.
The projects we are involved in and the tasks we are given depend on the area we are working on, but general responsibilities include:
- conducting research, surveys and interviews to gain understanding of the business
- analyzing statistics
- detecting issues and investigating ways to resolve them
- assessing the pros and cons of possible strategies
- compiling and presenting information orally, visually and in writing
- making recommendations for improvement
- implementing agreed solutions
- developing and implementing new procedures or training
Key skills for consultants
- Commercial awareness
- Good numerical skills
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Tact and persuasive ability
- Team working skills
- IT skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Self-motivation