About the job
Newton Europe partners with health and local government organizations to deliver real improvements for public services. Our teams work alongside clients to transform care delivery, improve outcomes, and make sure resources reach those who need them most. Projects range from targeted diagnostics to complex, multi-year transformation programs.
Typical initiatives include designing new services, streamlining hospital operations, optimizing care pathways to support independence, and shifting toward preventive models. Close collaboration with clients is central to our approach, helping us identify opportunities, shape solutions, and implement lasting change. Travel during the week is often required to work directly with clients on-site.
Role Overview
As a Principal Consultant focused on Health and Local Government, lead clients and teams through complex delivery programs. Take responsibility for delivering significant value, often around £5 million, while guiding a diverse group of consultants across multiple workstreams. This role includes developing team members and starting to build business development skills by spotting future opportunities.
What You Will Do
- Manage larger teams (up to 8 people) for major program segments or smaller engagements, using matrix management and designing workstreams with your line manager for Lead Consultants and team members to deliver.
- Lead senior clients and sponsors through projects, ensuring clear progress and client satisfaction.
- Oversee program governance, including reporting, managing risks, issues, and decisions, engaging stakeholders, and escalating risks when needed.
- Own parts of account plans and collaborate with other program leads to define outcomes for related workstreams within broader programs.
- Guide your team in analysis and modeling to identify and deliver opportunities, and help them develop and present compelling, data-driven narratives to senior clients.
Who Succeeds Here
Success in this role comes from a deep understanding of public sector clients, strong leadership in complex environments, and a hands-on approach to both delivery and team development.

