· Job Type - Full Time , Onsite
· Qualification - BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
· Experience - 10 years
· Location - Lagos
· Job Field - Consultancy , Human Resources / HR
Role Summary
The Principal HR Consultant is a senior client-facing leader responsible for originating, shaping, and delivering high-impact HR and organisational transformation engagements. This role combines business development, executive advisory, and delivery leadership, with accountability for revenue growth, client outcomes, and thought leadership.
You will operate as a trusted advisor to senior executives, translating business challenges into structured HR solutions, while building and leading high-performing consulting teams.
Key Responsibilities
Business Growth & Market Leadership
· Originate and convert consulting opportunities across HR advisory, organisation design, and talent development.
· Build and manage a robust pipeline, driving revenue growth and profitability.
· Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing client accounts.
· Develop market-relevant solutions and contribute to the firm’s thought leadership and brand positioning.
Client Advisory & Engagement Leadership
· Lead end-to-end consulting engagements from diagnosis to implementation.
· Serve as a strategic advisor to the C-suite and senior leadership, influencing key business decisions.
· Frame client problems in a structured, data-driven manner to deliver solutions.
· Ensure delivery of measurable outcomes aligned to client business objectives.
Coaching & Capability Building
· Coach senior client stakeholders on leadership effectiveness, organisational design, and workforce strategy.
· Mentor and develop internal consultants, building consulting capability and advisory depth.
· Lead high-impact workshops, executive sessions, and transformation programs.
Stakeholder Influence & Change Leadership
· Drive alignment across complex stakeholder environments.
· Influence decision-making at the executive level with credibility, insight, and commercial awareness.
· Lead large-scale change and transformation initiatives across organisations.
Delivery Excellence & Commercial Discipline
· Ensure quality delivery across multiple engagements, balancing scope, timelines, and profitability.
· Oversee project governance, risk management, and client satisfaction.
· Contribute to pricing strategy, contract negotiation, and margin optimisation.
Requirements
Experience & Qualifications
· 10–15+ years’ experience in HR, with 5+ years in consulting or advisory roles.
· Proven track record in winning and leading consulting engagements.
· Experience working with senior executives on organisational transformation, talent strategy, or change initiatives.
· Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or professional certifications (CIPM, SHRM, ATD) preferred.
Core Capabilities
· Commercial Acumen: Strong ability to drive revenue, pricing, and profitability.
· Structured Problem Solving: Break down complex business issues into actionable solutions.
· Executive Presence: Credibility and confidence in engaging C-suite stakeholders.
· Coaching & Facilitation: Ability to influence and develop leaders.
· Stakeholder Management: Navigate complex, high-stakes environments.
· Project Leadership: Deliver large, multi-stream engagements with discipline.
What Success Looks Like
· Consistently achieves or exceeds individual revenue and pipeline targets.
· Builds long-term client relationships, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
· Delivers engagements with clear, measurable business impact.
· Develops high-performing consultants and strengthens internal capability.
· Recognised as a trusted advisor and thought leader in the HR consulting space.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Assist to Hire Limited on forms.gle to apply