Seymour John
Head of People & HR Transformation Consulting Salary: £110,000 + 20% Bonus (up to 40%) + £6,600 Car Allowance Location: London/Hybrid Build a consulting practice, not just join one. Work with Ministers, Senior Civil Servants and C-suite leaders. Lead large-scale workforce and HR transformation programmes. Shape a new consulting capability backed by a major established organisation. The Opportunity This is a unique opportunity to form part of the leadership team for a newly established consulting capability within a major international technology, business services and transformation organisation. The organisation is not a start-up. It is a large, well-established, enterprise-scale business with significant capability across consulting, technology, operations, AI-enabled transformation and managed services. What is new is the dedicated consulting entity and the opportunity to build a specialist People & HR Transformation practice from the beginning. You will work with HR Directors, Chief People Officers, COOs, Transformation Leaders, Senior Civil Servants, Director-level public servants, ministers, politicians and wider public sector leadership teams to design and deliver workforce strategies, HR operating models and large-scale sustainable transformation outcomes that put people at the centre. This role is uniquely positioned to combine advisory-led transformation with industrialised, scalable delivery. You will act as the bridge between strategy and execution, shaping transformation agendas while ensuring they are successfully delivered at scale through operational, AI and technology-enabled capability. The core objective is to drive profitable growth, win and deliver complex transformation programmes, and establish a differentiated People & HR consulting practice that achieves tangible outcomes for clients. Role Responsibilities Relationship, Sales & Bid Leadership Define and own the People & HR consulting vision, market positioning, value propositions, commercial models and go-to-market plans. Build and maintain senior relationships with HRDs, CPOs, Transformation Leaders, COOs, Senior Civil Servants, Director-level public servants and wider executive stakeholders. Originate and convert sales opportunities, particularly those aligned to outsourcing, managed services and large-scale transformation. Lead the full sales lifecycle, including qualification, solution design, proposal development and commercial negotiation. Lead public sector framework opportunities, competitive bids and major pitch presentations. Develop tailored recommendations and solutions that respond to complex client needs. Use your senior client network to drive growth and account expansion. Develop thought leadership and support market-facing activity including events, roundtables and conference speaking. Client Delivery & Engagement Leadership Lead end-to-end workforce and HR transformation programmes from strategy through to implementation and benefits realisation. Act as Engagement Lead on large-scale programmes, providing senior oversight, subject matter expertise and client relationship management. Manage governance, risk, financial performance and stakeholder alignment. Ensure consulting outputs are clearly aligned to scalable operational and technology-enabled delivery models. Deliver measurable outcomes for clients, including improved service performance, cost reduction, workforce effectiveness and sustainable change. Practice Development & Leadership Build and grow a differentiated People & HR Transformation consulting practice. Develop integrated offerings that combine advisory, technology, operational delivery and AI-enabled transformation. Create reusable assets, methodologies and thought leadership. Recruit, coach and develop consulting talent. Lead performance management, capability building and team development. Own revenue, margin and utilisation targets for the practice. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive experience leading workforce, people, HR or organisational transformation programmes. Strong consulting background or significant experience scoping and leading complex transformation in relevant sectors. Existing network of senior clients across Government, Public Sector, Financial Services, Utilities or other regulated environments. Track record of originating and closing sales, writing formal bids and leading pitch presentations. Experience designing technology-enabled solutions that address complex client problems. Experience leading AI and technology-enabled transformation programmes that deliver tangible outcomes. Experience developing consulting propositions, methodologies and go-to-market plans. Deep expertise across workforce strategy, workforce planning, HR operating models, HR shared services, HR process transformation, change management, communications and adoption. Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to convert client conversations into new work. Ability to lead, inspire and develop high-performing teams. Why Join? This is a rare chance to build a consulting practice from the ground up while being backed by a major, established organisation with significant scale, delivery capability, client reach and investment. You will have genuine influence over proposition development, market positioning, team growth, client strategy and revenue generation. For a senior consulting leader who wants ownership, visibility and the opportunity to build something meaningful, this is a career-defining role. SC Clearance (Desirable) Due to the nature of the client portfolio, candidates must either hold active Security Clearance (SC) or be eligible and willing to undergo SC vetting. Many engagements will involve working within sensitive Government and Public Sector environments.
Head of People & HR Transformation Consulting Salary: £110,000 + 20% Bonus (up to 40%) + £6,600 Car Allowance Location: London/Hybrid Build a consulting practice, not just join one. Work with Ministers, Senior Civil Servants and C-suite leaders. Lead large-scale workforce and HR transformation programmes. Shape a new consulting capability backed by a major established organisation. The Opportunity This is a unique opportunity to form part of the leadership team for a newly established consulting capability within a major international technology, business services and transformation organisation. The organisation is not a start-up. It is a large, well-established, enterprise-scale business with significant capability across consulting, technology, operations, AI-enabled transformation and managed services. What is new is the dedicated consulting entity and the opportunity to build a specialist People & HR Transformation practice from the beginning. You will work with HR Directors, Chief People Officers, COOs, Transformation Leaders, Senior Civil Servants, Director-level public servants, ministers, politicians and wider public sector leadership teams to design and deliver workforce strategies, HR operating models and large-scale sustainable transformation outcomes that put people at the centre. This role is uniquely positioned to combine advisory-led transformation with industrialised, scalable delivery. You will act as the bridge between strategy and execution, shaping transformation agendas while ensuring they are successfully delivered at scale through operational, AI and technology-enabled capability. The core objective is to drive profitable growth, win and deliver complex transformation programmes, and establish a differentiated People & HR consulting practice that achieves tangible outcomes for clients. Role Responsibilities Relationship, Sales & Bid Leadership Define and own the People & HR consulting vision, market positioning, value propositions, commercial models and go-to-market plans. Build and maintain senior relationships with HRDs, CPOs, Transformation Leaders, COOs, Senior Civil Servants, Director-level public servants and wider executive stakeholders. Originate and convert sales opportunities, particularly those aligned to outsourcing, managed services and large-scale transformation. Lead the full sales lifecycle, including qualification, solution design, proposal development and commercial negotiation. Lead public sector framework opportunities, competitive bids and major pitch presentations. Develop tailored recommendations and solutions that respond to complex client needs. Use your senior client network to drive growth and account expansion. Develop thought leadership and support market-facing activity including events, roundtables and conference speaking. Client Delivery & Engagement Leadership Lead end-to-end workforce and HR transformation programmes from strategy through to implementation and benefits realisation. Act as Engagement Lead on large-scale programmes, providing senior oversight, subject matter expertise and client relationship management. Manage governance, risk, financial performance and stakeholder alignment. Ensure consulting outputs are clearly aligned to scalable operational and technology-enabled delivery models. Deliver measurable outcomes for clients, including improved service performance, cost reduction, workforce effectiveness and sustainable change. Practice Development & Leadership Build and grow a differentiated People & HR Transformation consulting practice. Develop integrated offerings that combine advisory, technology, operational delivery and AI-enabled transformation. Create reusable assets, methodologies and thought leadership. Recruit, coach and develop consulting talent. Lead performance management, capability building and team development. Own revenue, margin and utilisation targets for the practice. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive experience leading workforce, people, HR or organisational transformation programmes. Strong consulting background or significant experience scoping and leading complex transformation in relevant sectors. Existing network of senior clients across Government, Public Sector, Financial Services, Utilities or other regulated environments. Track record of originating and closing sales, writing formal bids and leading pitch presentations. Experience designing technology-enabled solutions that address complex client problems. Experience leading AI and technology-enabled transformation programmes that deliver tangible outcomes. Experience developing consulting propositions, methodologies and go-to-market plans. Deep expertise across workforce strategy, workforce planning, HR operating models, HR shared services, HR process transformation, change management, communications and adoption. Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to convert client conversations into new work. Ability to lead, inspire and develop high-performing teams. Why Join? This is a rare chance to build a consulting practice from the ground up while being backed by a major, established organisation with significant scale, delivery capability, client reach and investment. You will have genuine influence over proposition development, market positioning, team growth, client strategy and revenue generation. For a senior consulting leader who wants ownership, visibility and the opportunity to build something meaningful, this is a career-defining role. SC Clearance (Desirable) Due to the nature of the client portfolio, candidates must either hold active Security Clearance (SC) or be eligible and willing to undergo SC vetting. Many engagements will involve working within sensitive Government and Public Sector environments.
Seymour John
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
HR Advisor Permanent Shrewsbury Office Based with occasional local travel/working from home if required at times Salary £34,530 - £38,367 Full time The Company Seymour John are exclusively partnering with a leading organisation to appoint a HR Advisor. Offering a unique blend of professional development, meaningful work and an exceptional workplace culture, this role presents an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to make a tangible impact within a respected and purpose-driven organisation. As the organisation continues to invest in its people and culture agenda, they are seeking a People Services Advisor to join their dedicated HR team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys building relationships, supporting managers and helping to create an engaged, inclusive and positive working environment. The Opportunity In this role, you will play a key part in delivering a responsive, professional and values-led HR service across the organisation. Working closely with managers and colleagues, you will provide practical advice and support on a broad range of people matters while helping to ensure HR processes are delivered efficiently, consistently and in line with employment legislation and best practice. Key responsibilities will include: Providing day-to-day HR advice and guidance to managers, employees and volunteers Supporting employee relations matters including absence management, performance, conduct, grievance, probation and flexible working cases Assisting with recruitment, onboarding and workforce compliance activities Maintaining accurate HR records and supporting reporting and audit requirements Promoting a positive, inclusive and values-driven culture Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the People Services function Personal Profile This is much more than a traditional HR role. You will be joining an organisation where people are at the heart of everything they do, with a culture built around collaboration, inclusion and support. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, influence the employee experience and develop your career within a highly regarded organisation. You will ideally have: CIPD qualification (or be working towards one) or equivalent HR experience Experience providing HR advice and support to managers and employees A sound understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice Experience supporting employee relations casework Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Strong organisational skills and attention to detail A professional, collaborative and compassionate approach TO APPLY Please contact Joe Woodall at Seymour John Ltd By responding, we will register you as a candidate with Seymour John Limited. To understand how we will use your personal data, please read the Privacy Policy on our website
HR Advisor Permanent Shrewsbury Office Based with occasional local travel/working from home if required at times Salary £34,530 - £38,367 Full time The Company Seymour John are exclusively partnering with a leading organisation to appoint a HR Advisor. Offering a unique blend of professional development, meaningful work and an exceptional workplace culture, this role presents an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to make a tangible impact within a respected and purpose-driven organisation. As the organisation continues to invest in its people and culture agenda, they are seeking a People Services Advisor to join their dedicated HR team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys building relationships, supporting managers and helping to create an engaged, inclusive and positive working environment. The Opportunity In this role, you will play a key part in delivering a responsive, professional and values-led HR service across the organisation. Working closely with managers and colleagues, you will provide practical advice and support on a broad range of people matters while helping to ensure HR processes are delivered efficiently, consistently and in line with employment legislation and best practice. Key responsibilities will include: Providing day-to-day HR advice and guidance to managers, employees and volunteers Supporting employee relations matters including absence management, performance, conduct, grievance, probation and flexible working cases Assisting with recruitment, onboarding and workforce compliance activities Maintaining accurate HR records and supporting reporting and audit requirements Promoting a positive, inclusive and values-driven culture Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the People Services function Personal Profile This is much more than a traditional HR role. You will be joining an organisation where people are at the heart of everything they do, with a culture built around collaboration, inclusion and support. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, influence the employee experience and develop your career within a highly regarded organisation. You will ideally have: CIPD qualification (or be working towards one) or equivalent HR experience Experience providing HR advice and support to managers and employees A sound understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice Experience supporting employee relations casework Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Strong organisational skills and attention to detail A professional, collaborative and compassionate approach TO APPLY Please contact Joe Woodall at Seymour John Ltd By responding, we will register you as a candidate with Seymour John Limited. To understand how we will use your personal data, please read the Privacy Policy on our website
