Talent Manager (Consultant Resource Manager / Staffing Manager role (non recruiting) 12 month F[...]

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in London seeks an experienced Talent Manager to optimize staffing processes and manage a pool of consultants. This hybrid role involves collaboration with diverse teams and maintaining effective communication to foster career development in a dynamic consulting environment. The successful candidate will have prior experience in talent management from a consultancy and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in staffing and talent management within a management consultancy or professional services firm.
• Ability to manage diverse teams and personalities effectively.
• Proactive multi-tasker with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Staff consultants onto external client projects based on project needs and individual preferences.
• Oversee utilization of local resources and manage performance processes.
• Act as a trusted advisor for consultants on career development and work-related issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional development experience

Staffing experience

Fluency in AI tools

Team player

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Talent Manager (Resource Manager / Staffing Manager) - London, london

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22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. With offices in more than 70 cities across 30 countries, Oliver Wyman combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organization transformation. The firm has more than 7,000 professionals around the world who work with clients to optimize their business, improve their operations and risk profile, and accelerate their organizational performance to seize the most attractive opportunities. Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh McLennan [NYSE: MMC].

For more information, visit www.oliverwyman.com. Follow Oliver Wyman on Twitter @OliverWyman.

Oliver Wyman is now looking for an experienced Talent Manager (Resource Manager) to join our team in London

Oliver Wyman operates a hybrid working policy and this role will require the successful individual to be in the London Baker Street office for 60% of the time.

About the Role:

Our Talent Management team is responsible for the optimal mobilisation of consultants across our external client projects, taking into consideration the commercial needs of the business and the individual needs of the consultant.

As UK/Ireland Talent Manager, you will be responsible for the staffing and all talent management initiatives for a pool of our consultants and will be part of the UK/Ireland Talent Management team, working in close collaboration with the broader European Talent Management team and the respective local Partners.

What the role involves:

• Staffing of Consultants onto external client projects, considering balances between project requirements and execution, development objectives and personal preference
• Overseeing local utilization, ensuring that trapped capacity is limited
• Talent Management for 40-60 consultants including on-boarding, performance management and career development
• Management of Mid-Year and Year-End performance management processes
• Acting as a person of trust for consultants regarding work related issues such as career development, work-life-balance or conflict resolution
• Collaborating with other Human Capital functions regarding topics such as training, performance management and recruiting
• Working on project-based initiatives

Who we’re looking for:

• An experienced Talent Manager (Resource Manager) with professional development and staffing experience, gained ideally within another management consultancy, Big 4 pr professional services firm
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse personalities and different cultures
• A proactive, high performing multi-tasker who takes full ownership of their work and manages the details
• A team player able to function independently, but collaboratively, in a fast-paced environment
• Fluency in AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini
• Work as One: Collaborate with diverse, cross-functional teams to create impactful learning solutions that drive our business forward.
• Striving for Breakthroughs: Be part of a culture that encourages innovation and creativity, where your ideas can lead to transformative learning experiences.
• Be Brave: Challenge the status quo and push the boundaries of traditional learning methods. Your boldness in exploring new technologies and methodologies will be valued.
• Lead with Heart: We prioritize a supportive and inclusive environment, fostering personal and professional growth for all our team members.
• Own Our Impact: Your work will directly influence the development of our colleagues, shaping the future of our organization.