Industrials Sector Manager

Description:

L.E.K. Consulting, a globally r enowned strategy consulting firm, is seeking experienced Consultants and Managers to join its London office, with a focus on the Industrials sector. These full-time roles are designed for individuals who bring 4–8+ years of experience in strategic consulting and wish to make a meaningful impact across high-growth industrial subsectors including advanced manufacturing, aerospace, building products, chemicals, logistics, and more.

As part of L.E.K.'s growing Global Industrials Practice, you will work on cutting-edge strategic projects ranging from market entry strategy and operational transformation to multi-billion-dollar M&A transactions. The environment is fast-paced and intellectually rigorous, offering significant responsibility and client exposure from day one.

This opportunity is ideal for consultants looking to move toward Partner-level responsibilities, helping to expand L.E.K.’s presence in Europe and lead sector-specific growth in Industrial Equipment & Technology, Building & Construction, and Packaging.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or support Commercial Due Diligence, Vendor Due Diligence, and strategic growth projects for clients in the industrial sector.

• Manage engagements end-to-end including client communication, team oversight, work planning, and quality control of deliverables.

• Conduct in-depth research, benchmarking, financial modeling, and market analysis to provide actionable insights.

• Collaborate with cross-functional global teams and mentor junior team members.

• Develop industry-specific thought leadership and contribute to internal knowledge-building within the Industrials practice.

• Shape and implement sector strategies to strengthen the firm’s foothold in industrial markets across Europe.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 3 to 8+ years of experience in strategy consulting, with a focus on industrials, M&A, or corporate strategy.

• Strong experience in Commercial Due Diligence and growth strategy projects.

• Excellent analytical skills—both qualitative and quantitative—paired with business acumen.

• Exceptional leadership and project management skills, including stakeholder engagement and team mentorship.

• High-level proficiency in Excel, including data modeling and interpretation.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus).

• Professional experience within private equity or corporate strategy roles in the industrials space is considered a plus.

Why Join L.E.K. Consulting?

• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects for global clients across fast-evolving industrial subsectors.

• Clear and rapid career progression toward senior leadership and partnership roles.

• Exposure to international projects and cross-border collaboration.

• Dynamic and inclusive workplace culture with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

• Supportive learning environment, including structured mentorship and ongoing training.

• A firm deeply committed to professional growth, innovation, and employee well-being.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization. The firm promotes a culture of inclusion and belonging, with various affinity groups and D&I initiatives that support awareness, education, and community across the global team.