Decision Analysis Services Limited is one of the UK’s leading consultancies for critical national infrastructure. We support a range of Energy, Defence, Government, Health, and Transport contracts in the UK.

The Role

DAS is hiring for an experienced Lead Consultant with a background in cost analysis and government approvals to lead our project delivery team with a key defence client. The Lead Consultant will: 

• Contribute to the development of the economic and financial cases for 5-case business models, providing evidence and analysis to support these cases.
• Operate from the Southeast, with your primary base being either Bristol or Basingstoke DAS office.

• Work closely with and effectively influence senior stakeholders to align on strategic objectives and secure their support.
• Lead the delivery of consultancy projects and manage a DAS team.
• Build and nurture strong internal and external relationships to enhance collaboration and drive success.
• Manage client relationships, and actively seek out new business opportunities for growth.

Don’t meet all the job requirements, but like the sound of DAS and the projects we work on? Get in touch anyway – we are always keen to hear from talented, solutions-led individuals at all stages of their career and might have the perfect role for you.

About Us

Decision Analysis Services Limited is an independent management consultancy.  We provide consultancy services globally to clients within the Energy, Defence, Government, Health, and Transport sectors.

We specialise in bridging the gap between strategic planning and operational execution, developing enduring solutions to the uniquely complex issues faced by our clients. 

We are experts in program management, systems thinking, investment modelling, machine learning, and data analysis. These unique skills, coupled with our extensive experience of engineering, regulatory practices and operations delivery enable us to delve deeper, provide invaluable insight and foresight, and develop sustainable, long-term solutions to client issues.

Requirements

Applicants will have a proven track record in the defence domain and will be looking to use their skills on a wide range of projects and business growth. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following: 

• Proven experience in developing concepts of analysis to establish robust cost estimation processes during the early stages of business case development.
• Experience in delivering cost estimates that inform and support program decision-making.
• Knowledge of government approval processes, with the ability to navigate and support formal approvals.
• Proven experience engaging with approval scrutiny bodies and communities, ensuring alignment and compliance.
• Understanding of government guidelines, including HMT Green Book and Aqua Book, with the ability to apply these principles in practice.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, contributing to a cohesive and productive work environment.
• Must hold a valid DV (Developed Vetting) clearance.

Benefits

In return for your skills, we offer a genuinely people focussed culture. DAS is dedicated to offering more than just a job. We're committed to cultivating your professional development and success.  Employee wellbeing is at the forefront of our thinking. We actively support a healthy work-life balance and champion workplace flexibility, enabling you to prioritise the things that matter to you.

• £Competitive, dependent on skills and experience
• Private pension, private healthcare for you and your immediate family, and private dentalcare
• Death-in-service and income protection schemes
• 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays, and additional days to work on environmental and community activities.
• Discretionary office closure over Christmas
• Personal carbon offset through company scheme
• Access to professional and personal development platform, Udemy

Decision Analysis Services Limited is an Equal Opportunities employer. We support the principle of Equality and Diversity in employment wholeheartedly and oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination. We commit to providing equality, fairness, and respect for all in our employment, and all those seeking employment at DAS.