Principal - Operations Consulting (Multi-Industry) | Spain & Portugal (IBE)

Principal (Equity Partner) - Operations Consulting

About dss+

At dss+, you don’t just deliver projects - you help save lives, improve performance, and build a more sustainable future.

We are a purpose-led global consultancy partnering with organisations in high-risk and asset-intensive industries to solve complex operational challenges across safety, operational excellence, and sustainability.

With a heritage rooted in DuPont’s industrial operations, we combine deep expertise, practical problem-solving, and digital innovation to deliver measurable and lasting impact for our clients.

Why This Role

This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of our Safety and Operations Consulting practice across Spain and Portugal.

Working with leading organisations across a variety of industries, you will help clients solve complex safety and operational challenges, improve performance, strengthen resilience, and deliver sustainable business results. You will lead transformation programmes, build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, and contribute to the strategic growth of our business in the region.

Why This Practice – Safety and Operations Consulting

In today's rapidly evolving business environment, organisations must continuously improve safety and performance while balancing operational complexity, workforce challenges, cost pressures, and sustainability goals.

At dss+, we help clients achieve lasting operational improvements by combining deep industry expertise with practical implementation. Our teams work alongside client leadership and frontline employees to deliver meaningful change, improve productivity, and build capabilities that sustain results long after project completion.

Your Impact at dss+

You will play a key leadership role in growing our business and delivering transformational outcomes for clients. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will lead complex programmes, develop strategic client relationships, and identify new growth opportunities across the Iberian market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale safety, operational transformation and performance improvement programmes
• Develop and expand strategic relationships with senior client stakeholders
• Identify, shape, and convert business development opportunities across Spain and Portugal
• Manage and grow key client accounts within target industries
• Lead multidisciplinary consulting teams to deliver measurable client impact
• Coach, mentor, and develop consultants and managers across project teams
• Support proposal development, commercial negotiations, and solution design
• Contribute to thought leadership and the continued evolution of dss+ operational excellence offerings
• Support regional leadership in executing growth strategies and market expansion plans

What You'll Experience at dss+

Deliver on Our Purpose

Be part of a values-led organisation where your work helps save lives, improve performance, and advance sustainability for our clients and their people.

Develop Your Trusted Expertise

Operate with autonomy and influence while working with senior executives on complex operational and strategic challenges.

Thrive in a Culture of Respect

Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where curiosity, innovation, and diverse perspectives are encouraged.

Shape Your Career

Play a key role in building our presence across Iberia while working with experienced leaders and global teams on high-impact engagements.

Who You Are

You are a commercially minded consulting leader who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to delivery. You thrive in complex environments, enjoy solving operational challenges, and are passionate about helping clients achieve sustainable business outcomes.

Experience

• Significant experience in management consulting with a strong focus on operations consulting, operational excellence, or business transformation
• Proven track record leading large-scale transformation programmes across multiple industries
• Experience delivering measurable improvements in productivity, operational performance, cost optimisation, or organisational effectiveness
• Demonstrated success in business development, account management, and building long-term client relationships
• Experience working with mining, metals, oil and gas, chemicals, industrial, manufacturing, energy or other asset-intensive organisations

Capabilities

• Strong commercial acumen and business development capability
• Ability to build credibility and influence at the C-suite and executive level
• Proven team leadership and people development experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and unlock growth opportunities

Education & Languages

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Economics, or a related discipline
• Fluency in Spanish and English is required
• Portuguese language skills would be advantageous

Mobility

• Willingness to travel across Spain, Portugal, and internationally as required

Growth & Benefits

We invest in your development and success through:

• Leadership development and executive coaching opportunities
• Mentorship from experienced leaders and subject matter experts
• Exposure to high-profile international projects and clients
• Competitive compensation, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive benefits
• Flexible working policies
• Clear pathways for career progression and leadership growth

A Bit More About Us

We are implementers and change-makers. Our teams work from the boardroom to the shop floor, helping organisations build resilience, improve performance, and sustain results over time. Our expertise spans industries including energy, manufacturing, mining and metals, infrastructure, chemicals, and private equity - combining deep operational knowledge with transformation and capability-building expertise.

Diversity & Inclusion

dss+ is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. We believe diversity strengthens our organisation and drives better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.