FMG is recruiting a Consulting Manager – Growth Strategy & M&A

Future Materials Group (FMG) is hiring: Consulting Manager – Growth Strategy & M&A

Are you an experienced professional from the advanced materials or manufacturing industries looking to transition into consulting?

FMG is an established, specialist management advisory focused on growth strategy and M&A. We partner with global corporates, investors, and innovators to drive growth, create value, and accelerate the transition to a more sustainable, materials-enabled future.

We’re seeking a Consulting Manager to join our Cambridge team. This is a unique opportunity to apply your industry expertise in advanced materials or manufacturing to strategic, high-impact consulting projects.

Why join FMG?

• Purpose & Impact – Work on projects that are shaping the future of advanced materials, manufacturing, and sustainability.
• Variety – Tackle engagements across growth strategy, market entry, and M&A in diverse, fast-moving markets.
• Client Engagement – Collaborate directly with senior executives, investors, and founders.
  Career Growth – Develop consulting skills while helping to scale a boutique consultancy with global reach.

What you’ll do:
– Lead the delivery of consulting engagements, ensuring quality outcomes for clients.
– Leverage your industry experience to solve strategic challenges and uncover growth opportunities.
– Mentor and develop consultants, building team capability and excellence.
– Support business development and contribute to FMG’s long-term growth strategy.

What we’re looking for:
– 6+ years’ professional experience in advanced materials, chemicals, manufacturing, or closely related sectors.
– Strategic and commercial acumen, with strong stakeholder management skills.
– Experience in corporate development, strategy, M&A, commercial leadership, or operations.
– Resilience, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset.
– Consulting experience is a plus but not required — we value the fresh perspective that comes from industry leaders.

What we offer:
– A clear pathway into consulting for industry professionals.
– The opportunity to work on high-impact projects across global markets.
– Competitive compensation + performance bonus.
– Hybrid working in Cambridge, with flexibility.
– A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where your voice matters.

If you’re ready to bring your industry expertise in advanced materials or manufacturing into consulting, we’d love to hear from you. If you’d like to learn more please contact us at recruitment@futurematerialsgroup.com or apply on LinkedIn.

Please note applications for this position have now closed.