Head of Training & Consultancy

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At TEMBO, we are passionate about delivering exceptional marketing, content, training and consultancy services grounded in our core values: prioritising people, embracing adaptability, pursuing knowledge, fostering collaboration, and striving for excellence.

Role Summary: Head of Training & Consultancy

As TEMBO’s Head of Training & Consultancy, you will lead a strategically important and fast-developing area of the business. You will be responsible for defining our consultancy and training offer, engaging senior stakeholders, and delivering meaningful, commercial solutions that help our clients grow.

This role blends business development, consulting, programme design and delivery. You will scope strategic projects, write compelling proposals, and lead delivery—either yourself or via our growing network of trainers and consultants. You will also shape our portfolio of training products and consultancy frameworks, ensuring they are scalable, impactful, and aligned to market needs.

Working closely with the CEO, you will contribute to TEMBO’s strategic vision, build strong client relationships, and help embed best practice across the business. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will support TEMBO’s growth ambitions, uphold our values, and lead with credibility and warmth.

Team Structure

As part of the Senior Management Team, the Head of Training & Consultancy reports to the CEO and works closely with the Office Manager (admin support), Financial Controller (budgeting & finance oversight), and the Business Development Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Client Engagement & Growth

• Lead strategic conversations with senior leaders across event organisers and media businesses

• Scope and write compelling proposals for training and consultancy projects

• Proactively identify and convert new business opportunities across TEMBO’s network

• Represent TEMBO at industry events and in external communications (e.g., LinkedIn)

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and prospects

• Collaborate with the business development team to shape and close opportunities

Service Delivery

• Deliver a mix of consulting and training projects personally

• Oversee delivery by trusted freelance partners (trainers, facilitators, strategists)

• Design and facilitate workshops, planning sessions and capability reviews

• Ensure client outcomes are met through structured delivery, reporting and follow-up

• Create and manage project plans, budgets and resource allocation

Product & IP Development

• Build out scalable training offers (in-house, open courses, online learning)

• Develop consultancy frameworks and diagnostic tools

• Create support materials and delivery templates to ensure consistency and quality

• Continuously gather feedback to refine service offerings

The ideal Head of Training & Consultancy will:

• Have Industry Expertise: Proven experience in consulting, training or leadership within the events industry

• Be Commercial: Able to articulate value, price services, and drive revenue and margin

• Be Credible & Personable: Confident with senior stakeholders, warm with clients and teams

• Be Organised & Strategic: Skilled at balancing delivery with business development and service design

• Be Collaborative: Works well across teams and leads with clarity and generosity

Qualifications

• Proven experience in consultancy and/or training leadership

• Strong track record in business development and proposal writing

• Experience working with senior-level stakeholders (e.g., C-suite)

• Confident facilitator with excellent communication and presentation skills

• Understanding of the events and media landscape preferred

What We Offer

• Annual Leave: 20 days + bank holidays (with tenure-based increases)

• Additional Perks: Birthday leave, company events, and social gatherings (e.g., Summer Summit, Christmas Party)

• Wellbeing Support: 2 volunteering days per year, gym membership, and personalised training & development plan

• Health Benefits: Medical & dental coverage (after two years with TEMBO)

TEMBO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive work environment for all employees.