Principal Consultant - Talent Advisory Lead

Overview

Principal Consultant - Talent Advisory Lead

– London-based role within Q5''s Organisation Development and Culture practice. Lead the thought leadership, methodologies, and delivery of Q5''s Talent Advisory offer, working within the Organisation Development and Culture practice, which also includes consultancy for leadership and team development, capability and career development, and organisational culture. The role holder will be a key contributor to Q5''s overall organisation development proposition and in addition to the core area of talent transformation will enjoy being involved in shaping, selling and delivering leadership and team development, culture, and capability development consultancy services. The role holder will be part of the leadership team of the Organisation Development and Culture practice.Purpose of the role:

lead the thought leadership, methodologies, and delivery of Q5''s Talent Advisory offer, working within the Organisation Development and Culture practice, which also includes consultancy for leadership and team development, capability and career development, and organisational culture. The role holder will be a key contributor to Q5''s overall organisation development proposition and in addition to the core area of talent transformation will enjoy being involved in shaping, selling and delivering leadership and team development, culture, and capability development consultancy services. The role holder will be part of the leadership team of the Organisation Development and Culture practice.Scope of Talent Advisory offer:Talent strategy and career propositionTalent acquisition and recruitment strategyTalent and leadership assessmentEmployee value propositionEmployee engagementLearning and talent development strategies and technologyRole of AI in transforming and delivering talent solutionsBalance of activities : 50-60% client delivery; 40-50% product and business developmentLocation : London-based; hybrid and client-locations as wellThere are three core focus areas for this role:Practice Development (incl. thought leadership and innovation)Business DevelopmentProject/Client Account Leadership and DeliveryPractice Development

Define and drive Q5''s Talent Advisory strategy, aligning with key market trends and client needs to create a scalable, differentiated offering for talent transformation consulting.Develop a compelling thought leadership perspective, articulating Q5''s unique approach to talent strategy, integrating the latest innovations in behavioural science, AI and digital tooling, and enterprise transformation.Evolve Q5''s Leadership Assessment proposition, leveraging best-in-class psychometrics, delivery methods (including assessors and technology), and administrative approaches to strengthen our client''s organizational performanceEstablish and manage a robust ecosystem of strategic partners (e.g., experts in talent technology, leadership assessment) to enhance Q5''s capabilities and create differentiated propositions.Act as a visible industry thought leader, representing Q5 in external forums, conferences, and publications to enhance credibility and market presence.Mentor and support a team of Q5ers to achieve the priorities of the proposition, ensuring clear accountabilities and progress trackingBusiness Development

Develop and execute a business development strategy for Q5''s talent transformation practice, working with Q5 client partners to identify target markets, key client segments, and revenue opportunities to build on Q5''s successful track recordLead the architecting of compelling proposals and calls for tender, translating customer needs into compelling and practical solutions aligned with business goals and organisational context.Actively engage in industry networks, conferences, and thought leadership initiatives to elevate Q5''s market presence and credibility in talent transformation.Build and nurture senior client relationships, positioning Q5 as a trusted, long-term strategic partner in elevating organizational performance and growth.Collaborate with Q5 sector leads and offering leads to identify new client opportunities and expand existing accounts by developing talent solutions into broader business performance and growth solutions.Project/Client Account Leadership and Delivery

Partner with executive leaders and boards to sustainably strengthen organisational performance and prepare their people for the futureLead the design and delivery of high-quality consulting engagements, ensuring they drive measurable impact and align with business objectives. Projects may involve working with clients to:Evolve identification, visibility and movement of talentRe-imagine performance management approaches, succession planning, approaches to mobility, assessment and development of talent to ensure the right people in the right rolesAdvise and design innovative approaches to early careersImplement data-driven and technology-enabled talent management approachesRe-imagine employee experience and employee value propositionsSupport Q5 client partners to establish and grow recurring account revenue.Mentor, coach, and lead project teams, setting clear objectives, roles, and responsibilities while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. Support their professional development, performance, and well-being.Leverage data-driven insights and client feedback to assess and enhance the effectiveness of Q5 talent projects, continuously refining the offering and demonstrating measurable impact.Ensure operational and commercial excellence in project execution, optimizing resource allocation, managing timelines and budgets, and proactively mitigating risks.Requirements

Experience in talent transformation or people experience consulting across the full employee life-cycle and track record of thought-leadership in this space as evidenced through publishing and public speaking.Leadership experience within a consultancy, professional services firm, and/or leading the Talent agenda in a multinational organisation.Familiarity with leadership assessment tools, psychometrics, simulations for assessment, role of AI in talent management, and digital talent management platforms.Strategic and innovative mindset, with the ability to integrate research, behavioural science, and technology into consulting methodologies.Commercial acumen, including experience in business development, client engagement, and commercial growth within professional services or consulting.Communication and facilitation approach to inspire, influence, and engage stakeholders at all levels.Comfort employing data and analytics to measure impact and providing client insight.A degree in Psychology, Business, HR, or a related fieldPreferred, not required: certifications in executive coaching (e.g., ICF ACC+, EMCC).Benefits

Finance

Performance Related BonusContributory Pension PlanLife Assurance and Income ProtectionNew Starter Loan

Health and Wellbeing

Private Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgrammeAccess to Digital GP and Wellbeing AppsInternal Wellbeing Programme

Family and Lifestyle

Electric Car and Cycle to Work SchemesEnhanced Parental LeaveSubsidised eye tests and support with the cost prescribed glasses for DSE use

Seniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

ConsultingIndustries

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