Our Principals: 

• Scope, lead and deliver our major and complex transformation programmes

• Nurture client advisory relationships, accounts and partnerships
• Play a lead role in contributing to account growth with some new business development activities
• Mentor and coach colleagues, representing junior colleagues through the performance management process
• Lead capability, proposition and team development
• Are members of the senior leadership team
• Lead strategic internal projects and play a key role in our internal events
• Are the future leaders of Gate One, an international challenger consultancy at the heart of Havas

Ideal experience profile:

• c.10 years in consulting, likely gained within recognised management consultancies, often enhanced by in-house consulting in industry
• Expertise in CX is currently advantageous: end-to-end CX transformation (strategy to delivery), service design, blueprints, journey mapping, design thinking, and customer insights are sub-capabilities in high-demand
• Proficiency in Data and Analytics is key for our Digital team. Highly sought-after skills include expertise in data management & governance, data archiving and retention, data migration, as well as data architecture and engineering. Additionally, experience with analytics and visualization tools as well as AI and automation is highly desirable
• Product and Agile are also growth capabilities this year
• Cross-sector experience leading transformation programmes & delivery teams or a specialism in one sector with a desire to lead and grow this at Gate One
• Experience in growing key accounts and leading senior business development meetings

We offer flexible working and part-time roles (3-4.5 days/week). Around 17% of our Principals currently work on part-time contracts.

We are proud of our Principal community...

• At Jan '24, following two promotions cycles, 3 Principals (2 women) had been promoted to Client Director 
• Jen Nixon leads the Gate One sustainability team and helped launch Havas Genus, an integrated global network of sustainability experts. She is a thought leader in the sustainability space and has spoken on BBC Breakfast about driving greater sustainability in retail
• Minal Mehta co-leads the internal Race & Culture employee resource group
• Sasha Watson and Stasia Smith-Turpin have refreshed our learning and development portfolio, with over 120 days of content targeting technical, business and soft skills as resources for everyone in our team to access
• Ankit Bharadwaj has helped set up our AI practice, engaging across sectors to help clients understand the potential of AI
  - Kellie Hill led work with a national grocer client, winning a silver award in the ‘Best Use of Customer Insights & Feedback’ category at the European Customer Experience Awards
  - Jonny Miller has led work with the London Mayor’s Office to transform the support provided to victims of sexual violence
• In 2023, 25% of our Principals took a sabbatical, extended or family leave.

Gate One are committed to an inclusive hiring process. All applications will be given fair consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, faith, or social background. We welcome individuals from all educational backgrounds to apply. We encourage applications from underrepresented and minority groups and can provide reasonable adjustments where needed to ensure a fair and accessible process. 

Our goal is to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions of each team member. If you require any support or have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to one of our Talent team.

Candidates must hold the legal Right to Work in the UK and meet the level of experience outlined above to be considered for this role.