Consulting Manager (AI Transformation)
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Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
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Salary
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£50,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2431 (97% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £50,200, and Sullivan & Stanley Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2431 Management consultants and business analysts Most likely code | £35,100 | £40,200 | £45,200 | £50,200 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
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 We exist to challenge ineffective change and outdated consulting models, replacing them with work that is practical, human and built to deliver.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
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Sullivan & Stanley Limited, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Management consultants and business analysts (SOC 2431) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~251k in sample- Middle half £40,196–71,188
- Median £53,820
- Going rate £50,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £35,100–45,200
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2431 going rate of £50,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.