Principal Consultant

Would you like to work at the cutting edge of place leadership and public sector reform? We are eager to add capability, technical expertise and experience to our growing team, enabling us to deliver consultancy support to a growing number of public sector clients across some of the following areas (not an exhaustive list):Local Government Reorganisation.Central government funded programmes, including the Pride in Place Programme.Our innovative Radical Place Leadership offer.Regional collaboration and transformation (Combined Authorities / Strategic Authorities).We are particularly looking for candidates with 5-10 years of public service business case development experience. Demonstrable interest in local public service reform and the future of collaboration between organisations and services will also be highly advantageous. MV is a public sector consultancy that aims to improve life chances by making places and public services better, more sustainable and more connected to communities. Our expertise lies in our ability to support local areas to shape their places. Through partnerships with place-based decision makers, we support the transformation of public services, public spaces, communities and the local economy to strengthen both the shared prosperity and social fabric of a place. We are HM Treasury Green Book business case experts who support our clients to develop, test and implement effective, meaningful and sustainable place based transformation. At its best, place shaping focuses on transforming public services, public spaces, communities and the local economy to strengthen both the shared prosperity and social fabric of a place. Our place leadership offer recognises the symbiotic relationship that exists between a place’s public/community services, the local economy and a fulfilling, healthy productive life for individuals:Inclusive growth - supporting the alignment of ambitious growth plans with the needs of communities and businesses. You can read more about our inclusive growth work here - Inclusive Growth | MVPublic service collaboration - creating truly person-centred support by strengthening the collaboration across public and community services and the direct connections between people/neighbourhoods and the support they need. You can read more about our “Radical Place Leadership” approach here - Radical Place Leadership | MV Mutual Ventures is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We want to build a welcoming and diverse workplace, and we value true diversity of background, thought and experience in making our work the best it can be.All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to ethnic background, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disability, age, or any other non-merit based or legally protected ground.The role:Working independently or as part of a team, our Principal Consultants lead multiple projects and project teams at any one time, demonstrating strategic leadership with a focus on a particular service area or market. A key focus of the Principal Consultant role developing strong and sustained working relationships with senior clients.Responsibilities:Principal Consultants are expected to meet the reasonable requirements of any project, but typical tasks and responsibilities include:Managing large projects, delivering on time and to budget.Developing strong and sustained working relationships with senior clients (Director and above), building confidence and trust.Understanding and interpreting government guidance and policy, providing clear advice and supporting senior clients to implement government policy on a local basis.Leading the development of HM Treasury Green Book business cases, public sector investment strategies and investment plans, either independently or as part of a wider team.Managing the implementation of public sector reform and transformation projects / programmes.Demonstrating well developed influencing skills and showing tact and judgement in guiding senior clients and partners.Providing final quality assurance on work carried out by other team members, providing constructive feedback and guidance.Leading the development of the approach/methodology/delivery plan content of large bids.Leading the process of identifying and brokering successful, productive working relationships with partners.Leading the development of major services and/or solutions.Originating new, pro-active business opportunities and selling services to new and existing clients.Providing effective line management to multiple, more junior members of the team; acting as a coach and mentor.Supporting the creation of thought leadership materials and presentations.Identifying new business opportunities to market and selling services to new and existing clients.Contributing to the wider success of the company e.g. through supporting our business planning process, the development of new offers/markets and working on our internal team culture development.Contributing to internal projects and activities.About youWe are looking for someone with a genuine passion for public services and a strong understanding of the major themes across public service reform, place leadership and economic regeneration, with the following skills, experience and attitudes:Demonstrable experience of writing Green Book compliant public sector business cases; proven ability to write and structure a 5-case model (5-10 years experience preferred).In-depth knowledge and practical application of the HM Treasury Green Book.The ability to produce a compelling written narrative across the 5-case model.The ability to develop and transpose complex data and information into business case documents.Experience of implementing government policy (e.g. Levelling Up Fund, UK Shared Prosperity Fund, Towns Fund, Long Term Plan for Towns / Plans for Neighbourhoods etc.).Demonstrable interest in local public service reform and the future of collaboration between organisations and services. A minimum 2:2 degree in any discipline Track record of building successful relationships with senior clients and delivery partners.Experience of delivering strategic advice to senior clients, supporting them to deliver strategic transformation programmes.An ability to interpret complex data (both hard and soft data, including numerical and statistical information) and government guidance (i.e. funding programmes).Well-developed leadership, coaching and mentoring skills.Well-developed networking, influencing and business development skills, including leading successful bids and proposals.Advanced facilitation and presenting skills.An ability to deal positively with change and prioritise and manage simultaneous demands.Sharp on detail, creative and intellectually curious.Act with honesty and integrity.Demonstrate Mutual Ventures’ company values: dedication; human approach; impact; resilience; social value; fun.Be comfortable with travel and overnight stays within the UK.What do we offer?Annual discretionary bonus27 days annual leave, plus bank holidaysPension scheme (8% employer contribution)Family Private Medical and Mental Health InsuranceFlexibility of working hoursFlexibility to work from home two days per weekEmployee Assistance ProgrammeLife insurance 4x salaryIncome protection / long term sickness coverEnhanced family friendly policiesPaid pro bono days (2 per year)Discounts with a variety of high street retailersRegular paid team socials, celebrations and away daysPersonal use of company iPhoneWhat we doMutual Ventures is a growing, vibrant management consultancy with a big reputation, operating at the cutting edge of public service reform and place leadership. We are public service design and change implementation specialists working across all sectors including children’s services, health, community services and economic regeneration.We work in the UK public sector and with third sector organisations who deliver public services. Founded in 2011, our aim has remained the same of helping public services achieve more through combining a strong public service ethos with commercial discipline and an entrepreneurial culture.This vacancy will close subject to the volume of applications received. All successful applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks of their application, and will be invited to inform us confidentially if you need any adjustments or accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Unfortunately, where there are high volumes of applications we will