**Career Area:** Strategy **Job Description:** **Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.** When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Our common values and focus on inclusion and respect drive the decisions made by our company, teams, and people. This is why we are committed to hiring and building diverse teams representative of the customers we serve globally. When you join our team, you can apply your unique life and job experiences and work in an environment where your ideas are heard, your contributions are celebrated, and your whole-self matters. Cat Financial is a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For more than 40 years, Cat Financial has provided a wide range of financing solutions to customers and Cat® dealers for machines, engines, Solar® gas turbines, genuine Cat® parts and services. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Cat Financial serves customers globally with offices and subsidiaries located throughout North and South America, Asia, Australia, Europe, and Africa. Visit Choose Cat Equipment Financing From Cat Financial | Cat | Caterpillar (https://www.cat.com/en\_GB/support/financing-protection.html) to learn more about Cat Financial. The Role: + Coordinate management of multiple, related high-priority and/or high-risk projects where the project's scope is aligned with key strategic initiatives. Lead project teams to deliver complex business, integration, implementation projects, and continous improvement/lean efforts. What You Will Do: + Apply program and project management principles to manage scope, timeline, resources, stakeholders, and risk throughout the lifecycle of stategic initiatives. + Lead high-priority projects to achieve measurable business process improvements. + Providing technical training and guidance for continous improvement on the planning, development and implementation of process improvement. + Utilize facilitation and consultancy skills to assist leaders in identifying growth opportunities and planning strategically. What You Will Bring: + **Active Learning:** Understanding the necessity for continuous personal growth and learning; ability to gauge one's strengths, limitations and interests accurately, and use this knowledge for purposes of performance effectiveness self-development. + **Analytical Thinking:** Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems. + **Influencing:** Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization. + **Interpersonal Relationships:** Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner. + **Problem Solving:** Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations. + **Process Improvement:** Understanding and insight into evaluating current product quality and production methods and ability to maintains focus on the continuous improvement of processes, products and services. + **Project Management:** Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives. + **Six Sigma Methodology:** Knowledge of the concepts of six sigma DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control ) methodology; ability to use the methodology to improve the manufacturing processes and control the improvements by eliminating root causes. Top Candidate Will Demonstrate: _Must Have:_ + **Collaborative Team Player:** Someone who embraces a team-first mentality, willingly rolls up their sleeves, and contributes wherever needed to support collective goals. + **Strong Communicator & Stakeholder Manager:** Able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring clarity, alignment, and trust across the organisation. + **Proactive and Organised Leader:** Demonstrates initiative, stays ahead of challenges, and can lead projects or initiatives without formal authority by leveraging cross-functional support. + **Technology-Oriented Mindset:** Comfortable working in tech-driven environments, with a keen interest in digital tools, systems, and innovation. + **People-Centric Approach:** Builds strong relationships, fosters collaboration, and understands the value of interpersonal dynamics in driving success. + **Continuous Improvement Advocate:** Open to feedback, eager to learn, and committed to refining processes and practices for better outcomes. _Desirable Extras:_ + **Professional Certifications:** A Six Sigma Black Belt or PMP certification is a strong advantage. + **Industry Experience:** Prior exposure to financial services is a valuable bonus. What will Caterpillar do for you? **Job Title:** Strategic Project Consultant **Salary:** £64,663.00 - £84,062.00 (Depending on experience) **Contract:** Permanent. **Hours:** In office Monday - Friday, full time 37.5 hours. **Benefits:** 24 days annual leave increasing with service to 30 days, 15% performance bonus (Paid quarterly) Green Car Scheme Share Scheme Non-contributory Pension Scheme 10% Private Medical Insurance Dental and Vision Scheme Life Insurance **Travel:** 5% Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Caterpillar is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. For more information, visit  https://www.caterpillar.com/en/careers/why-caterpillar.html Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. **Posting Dates:** September 30, 2025 - October 14, 2025 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .