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Richard HaywardRH

Richard Hayward

Principal Consultant Operating Model and Transform

€1,042/day
London, GB
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Richard

I specialise in strategic problem-solving, relationship building, and due diligence. Leveraging an MBA from Oxford and a background as a Captain in the British Army, I contribute to initiatives requiring precision, adaptability, and collaboration. My role emphasizes delivering meaningful solutions that align with client goals while navigating complexity with analytical rigor.

At the core of my professional ethos is the ability to build trust and foster relationships with key stakeholders. My multidisciplinary background enables me to approach challenges with a unique perspective, ensuring value creation and measurable outcomes. I remain committed to empowering teams and organizations to achieve sustainable growth through innovation and insight.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

Can work on-site
London (up to 50km)

Experience

  • W2 - Strategy
    Principal Consultant
    CONSULTING AND AUDITS
    October 2024 - Today (1 year and 8 months)
    London, United Kingdom
    • Led post-acquisition Target Operating Model design for a PE-backed utilities platform, covering organisation structure, governance, and end-to-end process mapping to enable scalable growth.
    • Advised CEO and Executive Committee on restructuring decision rights and governance, introducing a three-layer model that clarified accountability and streamlined escalation.
    • Partnered with C-Suite to reconcile cross-functional tensions in accountability, embedding RACI-based process maps and governance charters across people, operations, and growth.
    Strategic planning Corporate strategy Business analysis Change Management Microsoft Excel
  • Kearney
    Senior Consultant - Aerospace, Defence and Security
    DEFENSE AND MILITARY
    November 2022 - September 2024 (1 year and 10 months)
    Dubai City, United Arab Emirates
    • Optimised national security and business operations across public sector, financial services, and defence, driving cost savings & efficiency improvements.
    • Secured a $200M transformation deal for a GCC government by identifying ecosystem inefficiencies and
    developing a structured modernisation roadmap.
    • Developed comprehensive operating models for a GCC ministry to integrate and streamline organisations post- amalgamation, maximising efficiency and unlocking synergies.
    • Advised senior government leaders on national security transformation, crafting governance frameworks and
    operational strategies for long-term impact.
    • Conducted a strategic assessment on irregular migration management for government leaders, analysing data-driven
    intelligence methodologies and presenting scalable policy options aligned with international law.
    • Organised a high-profile Veterans-in-Business event, engaging C-suite executives, government officials, and
    industry leaders, boosting strategic partnerships by 150% across defence, consulting, and finance sectors.
    Strategy Talent acquisition Strategic planning Change Management education designer
  • Said Business School, Oxford University
    Associate Director - Global Partnerships
    EDUCATION AND E-LEARNING
    November 2021 - February 2022 (3 months)
    Oxford, UK
    • Designed and implemented executive education programs for senior leaders, strengthening client relationships and
    driving new business.
    • Led strategic pitches and relationship management, securing high-value corporate partnerships.
    Business development

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Education

  • Master of Physics
    University of Exeter
    2011
    Master of Physics
  • MBA
    University of Oxford
    2022
    MBA

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