Svp, Talent

at SolomonEdwards in Boise, Idaho, United States

SVP, Talent Remote - USA,USA Position Summary The Senior Vice President, Talent supports SolomonEdwards' Business Consulting practice and reports to the EVP, Chief Revenue Officer. This leadership role leads the consulting talent acquisition and retention teams and programs nationwide. The SVP of talent is responsible for developing and managing best in class practices and teams for recruiting and retaining world class consulting talent for our bench and consulting pipeline. This role will manage all aspects of talent including recruiting processes, compensation programs, consultant performance evaluation, and bench utilization tracking, pipeline management and consultant retention. The ultimate goal of the talent organization is to attract and maintain a diversified pool of high performing consultants across our most important service areas. This position will work closely with the Sales organization to align talent to best serve our clients' ever- changing needs. Travel Requirements Some travel (<25%) is required to meet with clients, recruiting team members, solution and sales leaders, recruits and to attend required SEG business meetings, conferences, seminars, job fairs, campus recruiting, and other business events. Essential Duties & Approximate Commitment of Time Responsibilities Talent Team Management This position will be responsible for setting the strategic direction for attracting and retaining best in class consulting talent and for managing SEG's teams and processes responsible for executing that strategy. Specific areas of focus include but are not limited to: - Talent Acquisition - Talent Retention - Talent Compensation - Talent Performance Tracking - Consulting Bench Utilization Tracking - Pipeline Management Talent Acquisition This position will be responsible for providing the strategic direction, prioritization, and management of all programs and activities designed to identify and engage top-tier consultants who will foster a positive and collaborative work environment and ensure the success of our consulting projects. This role requires a strategic mindset, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a passion for building strong relationships. This leader will work directly with the VP of Talent Acquisition to mentor recruiters on how to match consultants with suitable projects based on their skills, experience, and project needs. Effectively articulate and teach the selling points of working for SolomonEdwards and have a strong understanding of the qualities that make a successful consultant. Talent Management This role will be responsible for the development, implementation, and management of strategies, programs and teams designed to retain high performing consultants as part of our consultant community by enriching their experience with SEG both during engagements and in-between engagements. Design, implement and manage ATS and other tools for reporting, tracking and measuring progress against the strategic goals and objectives related to talent providing leadership with regular updates on our progress and identifying issues and areas for improvement. Design, implement and manage system for measuring consultant performance and for communicating our quality and performance standards and expectations Cross-Functional Collaboration Designs talent acquisition strategy and branding that aligns with the strategy, culture, objectives, and brand of the organization. Collaborate with Sales, client delivery teams, and Resource Management to ensure alignment and delivery quality between sales efforts and company capabilities. Provide valuable input to product/service development based on client feedback and market trends. Champion SEG's Mission, Purpose and broader commitments (see below) Thrive in the SEG work environment and champion the health of the team, while challenging self and others. Engage, enjoy, and evolve both personally and professionally while having fun and learning. Additional duties as directed by Chief Revenue Officer Position Requirements Education Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in business, human resources, administration, psychology, or otherwise related area of specialty. Experience Required: 10+ years of accounting and finance recruiting in a professional services or consulting organization. Experience managing internal projects. Experience Preferred: Experience in a Big 4 or strategy firm client delivery role is highly desired. PMP certification a significant plus. Additional Knowledge & Experience: - Understand the core concepts and service offerings of SolomonEdwards service lines. - Demonstrates conceptual understanding of business transformation, accounting and finance, mergers and acquisitions, governance, regulatory compliance, technology enablement, and human capital services. - Demonstrates knowledge of competitors' strengths and weaknesses to communicate SolomonEdwards' competitive edge effectively. - Strong understanding of industry-specific market dynamics, client needs, and competitive landscape. - Proficiency in using ATS software and recruiting tools. - Ensures compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations, including Affirmative Action and diversity initiatives. Company/Industry Related Knowledge: See above - Experience Preferred Essential Job Functions - Leadership and decision-making - Strategic thinking and planning - Communication - Analytical aptitude - Problem-solving - Time management - Ability to travel to client locations Physical Requirements - Mobility to attend in-person meetings - Ability to sit/stand for up to an hour in order to attend and or lead meetings - Ability to use telephone, computer or other electronic communication devices - Ability to travel using various modes of transportation - Manual dexterity necessary to sign contracts and review physical documents Job-specific Competencies In addition to the specific work experience and skills, SEG also seeks someone with the qualities listed below: - Exceptional work ethic, with strong values and principles - Exceptional relationship building and sales, client retention and revenue generation skills - Intellectual curiosity - Integrative thinking - Willingness to work irregular schedules to meet client/project deadlines - Exceptionally strong communication skills, both written and verbal, interpersonal, and teamwork skills - A firm commitment to client, team, and organization success - Flexible and accommodating and able to go above and beyond the basic expectations when required - High follow-up and organizational skills - Detailed-oriented, with attention to detail for tasks that have zero tolerance for errors - Candor and transparency Mission and Vision We are a superior consulting firm focused on helping clients achieve their dreams and address complex situations with inspired people, deep expertise, and innovative technologies. We are a perpetual career and opportunity enterprise, focused on building long-term benefits for our people and communities. We create collaborative and supportive relationships with our people, clients and communities. Our success enables us to invest time and resources to bettering the communities in which we live to help those communities thrive. Inclusion and Diversity Statement At SolomonEdwards, we firmly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. All employees, including managers and supervisors, are responsible for upholding our EEO and diversity principles. Discrimination o