Engagement Manager (4GU Consulting) RELX Group

Reporting to the Principal Consultant, the Engagement Manager plays a key role in delivering high quality consulting projects and supporting the growth of a new and evolving portfolio. This role leads the end to end delivery of consulting assignments, from engagement design through insight generation and implementation, working closely with senior stakeholders across academic and government sectors. The Engagement Manager collaborates with colleagues to shape new opportunities, contribute to a strong project pipeline, and support the development of a high performing consulting team. Using analytical thinking, clear communication, and effective project leadership, this role helps build trusted partnerships and a strong reputation for quality, impact, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end to end design and delivery of consultancy projects supporting academic and government organisations to develop 4th Generation strategies
• Plan and manage project resources to deliver agreed outcomes within time, budget, and quality expectations
• Apply structured problem solving approaches, overseeing high quality qualitative and quantitative research and analysis
• Develop clear, evidence based insights and recommendations that inform strategy and decision making
• Prepare and present high quality proposals, plans, and reports for senior internal and external audiences
• Build and sustain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across higher education and government sectors
• Collaborate across Elsevier to bring together the right expertise and capabilities for project delivery
• Contribute to the growth and visibility of the 4GU consultancy portfolio through internal initiatives and external engagement

Requirements

• Proven long term experience leading complex, multi stakeholder projects and delivering high impact outcomes
• Strong understanding of, or transferable experience within, higher education, research, innovation, or public policy environments
• Ability to analyse, interpret, and synthesise data to produce clear, actionable insights
• Experience working with senior leaders or decision makers in academic, government, or related organisations
• Strong communication skills, with confidence presenting complex ideas clearly to varied audiences
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast paced, collaborative environment
• Professional, inclusive, and relationship focused approach to client and stakeholder engagement
• Relevant professional experience or development (formal qualifications welcomed but not essential where equivalent experience can be demonstrated)