HR Consulting Lead

Cogito; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced HR Consulting Lead to enhance their HR service offerings. This pivotal role involves delivering diverse consulting projects, from HR audits to training programs, while fostering strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a CIPD qualification and a proven track record in HR consultancy or in-house roles. Join a forward-thinking consultancy that values your input and offers flexible working arrangements, continuous professional development, and a collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Company Pension

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• CIPD qualified, preferably at Level 7.
• Experience in HR consultancy or in-house HR roles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consulting projects including HR audits and strategies.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and promote HR brand.

Skills

CIPD qualification

HR strategy development

Organizational design

Training and development

Communication skills

Project management

Education

CIPD Level 7

Job description

Cogito Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom

Cogito Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom

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At Cogito, we believe in empowering businesses through exceptional HR solutions. As a forward-thinking consultancy, we work with a wide range of clients — from fast-growing SMEs to established, global organisations—helping them to build strong people strategies and navigate complex HR challenges.

As we grow, we’re looking for an experienced and commercially minded HR Consulting Lead to join our team and play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding services and strengthening our Cogito HR brand presence.

We welcome applications from candidates looking for Part-Time or Full-Time employment.

About the Role

Reporting to the Managing Director you will play a lead role in the evolution of our HR service range including Reward, Learning & Development, HR Audits, Outsourced support and much, much more.

As HR Consulting Lead, you will:

• Deliver a diverse portfolio of consulting projects, including:
• HR audits and the development of HR strategies for our customers
• Organisational Design, Change and Reward
• Design and delivery of training and development programmes
• Ongoing HR support for SME clients
• Build strong, trusted relationships with clients, becoming their go-to advisor for all things HR.
• Collaborate with our wider internal team comprising Talent Acquisition, People Analytics and Wellbeing experts to ensure successful project delivery, sharing knowledge and mentoring where appropriate.
• Promote the Cogito HR brand by:
• Hosting HR webinars
• Attending networking events and HR forums
• Contributing to proposal writing and thought leadership content
• Support business development by identifying client needs and opportunities to add value.

What We Are Looking For

• CIPD qualified (Level 7 or above preferred)
• Proven experience in either an in-house HR role at Business Partner level or above, or a client-facing HR consultancy role
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to link HR solutions to business objectives
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Previous experience in creating and delivering training / coaching to Managers and HR personnel
• Confident presenter and facilitator, comfortable delivering workshops and webinars
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, often with competing deadlines
• A proactive, solution-focused approach with a passion for HR innovation

What We Offer

• Annual Bonus
• LTIP
• Company Pension
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid model with 2 days in our central Bristol office)
• Continuous professional development and support for further qualifications

If you’re passionate about HR and want to be part of a growing consultancy where your voice matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

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