A Strategy Consultant works with senior stakeholders to shape business direction, solve high-impact challenges, and drive long-term growth. In the UK, this role is highly competitive and typically found in consulting firms, corporate strategy teams, and innovation-focused startups.
✅ Qualities UK Employers Look For:
“Strategic thinking is about clarity, structure, and communication — all at once.”
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🔹 Critical thinking with strong analytical and presentation skills
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🔹 Confident communication with senior stakeholders
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🔹 Structured approach to solving ambiguous problems
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🔹 Understanding of frameworks like SWOT, PESTLE, Porter’s Five Forces