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Job Summary
The Sr. Director, Talent Consulting Services will be responsible for leading a pool of consultants to be deployed across various projects both aligned to business units or for special projects for the entire enterprise.
The role will provide planning, assessment of individual readiness, deployment preparation, coaching, strong performance management, specialist knowledge in HR or related fields. The Senior Director will be able to effectively work in a changing and an agile environment and be an exceptional people leader who builds trust easily, people confide in, and is influential in providing a strong environment to the consultants in the pool.
This requires someone who is business savvy and accountable for all aspects of performance management and can also provide strong program management using phase gates to measure the deployment of resources.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage a pool of consultants with diverse skills and backgrounds to deliver high-quality results for various projects and initiatives
Assess the individual readiness of consultants and provide them with the necessary training, coaching, feedback, and support to ensure their success and satisfaction
Ensure the consultants are prepared and equipped with the relevant tools, resources, and information to enable them to perform their roles effectively and efficiently while planning and deploying to different projects based on their readiness, skills, availability, and preference
Manage the performance management process for the consultants, including setting goals, conducting appraisals, identifying development needs, providing regular and constructive feedback and recognition, and addressing performance issues
Provide specialist knowledge and expertise in HR or related fields to the consultants and the project teams to guide and establish best practices
Coach the team for development and build technical skills, ensuring they have the competencies and capabilities to meet current and future business needs
Act as a change agent and a role model for the consultants and the organization, demonstrating agility, resilience, and adaptability
Build and maintain strong relationships and trust with the consultants, the project teams, the business units, and the senior management
Provide strong program management and oversight for the deployment of consultants, using phase gates and other tools to measure and report on the progress, quality, and impact of the projects
Identify and manage risks and issues related to the deployment of consultants and escalate them as appropriate
Continuously seek opportunities to improve the readiness and activation process and the consultant experience
Build a trusting environment for the consultants, where they feel valued, respected, and supported by their peers and leaders
Use metrics and measurement to track and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the readiness and activation process, the consultant performance, and the business outcomes
Present credibly and confidently to the HR leadership team and other senior stakeholders on the status, achievements, and challenges of the readiness and activation function
Work closely with the VP of HR Strategy and their team to align the readiness and activation function with the overall HR Strategy and vision
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in HR, Business, Management, Change Management, or a related field
At least 15 years of experience in HR, consulting, project management, or a similar role, with at least 3 years of experience in a leadership position
Proven track record of leading and managing teams of consultants or professionals in a complex and dynamic environment
Strong knowledge and skills in HR or related fields, such as talent management, organizational development, change management, learning and development, etc.
Excellent program management, planning, and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Exceptional people leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop others
Strong subject matter expertise, technical skills, and analytical thinking, with the ability to provide guidance and recommendations on best practices and solutions
Strong change management, coaching, and mentoring skills, with the ability to lead and support the team and the organization through change and transformation
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to interact with and influence leaders at all levels of the organization on change projects
Strong assertion and confidence, with the ability to present a professional technical point of view through expertise
Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced and fluid environment
Ability to handle ambiguity and uncertainty and adapt to changing needs and expectations
High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethics
Certification in HR, consulting, project management, or related fields is a plus
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