Management consultant Average UK Salary & Prospects

Management consultants help organisations solve problems and improve efficiency.

Typical task
Working hours
Attractive values

Document findings of study and prepare recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes.
Interview personnel and conduct on-site observation to ascertain unit functions, work performed, and methods, equipment, and personnel used.
Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.
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Average salary
47,135 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Management consultant

Men make 12% more than Women

64% of Management consultants are men

49,127 GBP
43,197 GBP

Average salary for part-time Management consultant

Average salary for full-time Management consultant

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23,715 GBP
25,363 GBP
21,241 GBP

47,135 GBP
43,197 GBP
49,127 GBP

Pay over time for Management consultant

Pay for this role has increased over time

47,903 GBP

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Future outlook for Management consultants

Balanced outlook

195 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

0% yearly wage growth (on average)

Very good outlook

27% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Management consultant and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

47% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
31% of people in this role have do not have GCSEs or equivalent qualifications
19% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree

You can apply directly to become a management consultant or set up your own business if you've got relevant work experience in:

business management or finance
human resources
project management
IT

You'll need:

excellent verbal communication skills
business management skills
analytical thinking skills
to be flexible and open to change
the ability to use your initiative
customer service skills
the ability to use your judgement and make decisions
the ability to work well with others
to have a thorough understanding of computer systems and applications

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Business Analysis

Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Independence Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.