We are recruiting a Senior Training Consultant/Practice Lead for a Learning and Consultancy business. The role is full time permanent and is fully remote.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a skilled leader, and a seasoned consultant with extensive commercial experience and a record of delivering exceptional results.
Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Team Management:
§ Provide strong leadership to the training and consulting team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
§ Mentor and develop team members, ensuring continuous growth and skill enhancement.
§ Lead by example, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and professionalism.
2. Strategic Planning:
§ Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for the practice, aligning with the overall business objectives.
§ Identify market trends, opportunities, and potential risks to inform strategic decision-making.
3. Client Relationship Management:
§ Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and ensuring the delivery of high-quality training and consulting services.
§ Act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering insights and solutions to address their business challenges.
4. Business Development:
§ Drive business development efforts to acquire new clients and expand relationships with existing clients.
§ Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to create compelling proposals and presentations.
5. Project Delivery and Quality Assurance:
§ Oversee the successful delivery of projects, ensuring they meet or exceed client expectations.
§ Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to uphold the highest standards of service.
6. Financial Management:
§ Manage the financial performance of the practice, including budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring key performance indicators.
§ Identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost optimisation.
7. Continuous Improvement:
§ Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the practice, leveraging feedback and insights to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.
§ Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging trends.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
§ Master’s degree preferably in engineering, science, finance or related field; advanced degree or MBA is advantageous
§ Proven experience in a consulting role, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership position.
§ Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
§ Willingness to travel throughout Europe, and to Asia and North America.
§ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
§ Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships.
§ Proven track record of successful project delivery and business development.
§ Experience in managing and developing high-performing teams.
§ Financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and drive financial performance.
§ Possess a keen sense of commercial awareness, demonstrating a deep understanding of market dynamics, industry trends, and competitive landscapes to strategically contribute to our organisation’s growth and success.
§ Have demonstrable knowledge or a passion for developing people.
§ Goal orientated – maintains focus on agreed objectives and deliverables.
Benefits:
§ Competitive salary and bonus
§ Access to a company share scheme
§ Professional development opportunities
§ Friendly and collaborative work environment
§ Opportunities for growth within the organisation
