At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead transformation programmes and shape solutions for senior clients.
- Company: Grant Thornton, a forward-thinking firm with an inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, competitive salary, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Join a diverse team that values your unique contributions and passions.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving change and supporting business leaders.
- Qualifications: Experience in change management and strong consulting background required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
At Grant Thornton we do things differently—looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. We empower clients through audit, tax and advisory services and support our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance.
The Transformation and People Consulting team supports business leaders by shaping and aligning their transformation and people strategy, ensuring organisational goals are linked to strategy, and translating these into clear people objectives. We work with leaders on the design and delivery of operating models and structures that support their vision and strategy, and we prioritise culture, leadership and employee value proposition as integral to people engagement and sustainable change. Flexible working options—including reduced hours and job shares—are available to help you balance work and life.
A look into the role:
- Lead complex transformation and people programmes, shaping solutions and driving outcomes with senior clients
- Act as a trusted client lead, building strong relationships and influencing key stakeholders
- Oversee multiple engagements, ensuring high‑quality delivery, commercial performance and effective risk management
- Present clear, impactful insights and recommendations
- Take ownership of project financials, including budgets and margins
- Contribute to business development through proposals, pitches and identifying new opportunities
- Support the growth of key accounts through strong client relationships
- Coach and develop junior team members, fostering a high‑performing team environment
Minimum qualifications:
- Significant experience in change management, operating model design, organisational design, HR transformation or broader business transformation
- A strong consulting background, operating at Manager or Senior Manager level (or equivalent)
- Experience leading client engagements and managing senior stakeholders
Preferred additional experience:
- Strong commercial acumen, including managing project financials and profitability
- Experience designing and delivering people strategies, transformation programmes or employee value propositions
- Experience contributing to proposals, bids or wider market‑facing initiatives
- Experience working within or alongside HR or transformation functions
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills
Culture & benefits:
Grant Thornton values difference and respects colleagues, creating an inclusive culture that enables people to perform at their best. All staff have the freedom to bring their whole self to work and pursue their passions inside and outside of the firm. We support flexible working for all roles, and we encourage giving back to society through secondments, charitable fundraising and investing in entrepreneurs around the world.
Transformation Consulting Associate Director employer: Grant Thornton LLP
At Grant Thornton, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of inclusivity and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through flexible working options, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive environment where your unique contributions are valued. With a focus on audit excellence and community impact, joining our Quality Audit team means being part of a purpose-driven organisation that empowers you to make a meaningful difference in both your career and the wider society.
