Director (consulting) - People & Talent

About the RoleOur People & Talent practice are looking for an experienced Director specialising in People Transition, with deep experience in Government and/or Energy & Resources.The world is changing fast: customers expect more, technology evolves, and organisations need adaptable workforces to keep up. Our team helps clients rethink their workforce so their people can thrive. From strategy to execution, we support clients to shape future workforce plans, transition teams into new structures and ways of working, and transform People Functions to deliver measurable performance.The type of work we doDesigning and delivering end‑to‑end people transition programmes within complex stakeholder environments, often linked to major operating model or enterprise transformations.Advising on how to operationalise people transitions in response to structural or business change, and optimising the People Function for sustained performance.Building future‑focused workforce strategies using strategic workforce design and capability assessment.Accelerating skills development through targeted upskilling and reskilling and creating capability academies underpinned by AI‑enabled talent and career solutions.Driving modern performance management and employee experience practices across organisations.What you will be doingThis leadership role sits at the heart of our People and Talent team. You will shape, sell, and deliver workforce transformation work across the full lifecycle. Your people transition and workforce design expertise will enable you to build readiness, lead operational change, and guide organisations through shifts in roles, structures, and teams.You will also drive thought leadership by developing new approaches, sharing insights, and building your external profile. Internally, you’ll help grow the team, develop future leaders, and create strong followership.As a trusted advisor, you’ll work directly with senior leaders in Government and/or Energy & Resources, applying your expertise to their most complex challenges, delivering best‑in‑class solutions, and supporting business growth through strong client relationships.Your Skills And ExperienceA strong track record of selling and delivering large‑scale workforce transformation programmes from discovery to execution.Experience designing and operationalising future workforces, ensuring readiness for role, structural, or operating model changes.Deep capability in applying emerging technologies and AI to enhance workforce performance, capability, and employee experience.Experience working with or alongside HR functions to drive talent strategies and organisational performance.Sector expertise and relationships in Government or Energy & Resources, with an interest in deepening industry collaboration.A history of building high‑performing teams, mentoring leaders, and developing talent.Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders in complex environments.Established client relationships and a proactive approach to developing new opportunities.What a career at Baringa will give youPutting People First.Baringa is a People First company and wellbeing is at the forefront of our culture. We recognise the importance of work‑life balance and flexible working and provide our staff amazing benefits. Some of these benefits include:Generous Annual Leave Policy: 5 weeks of annual leave, fully available at the start of each year. In addition to this, we have introduced our 5‑Year Recharge benefit which allows all employees an additional 2 weeks of paid leave after 5 years continuous service.Flexible Working: implementation of a hybrid working policy and increased flexibility around unpaid leave.Corporate Responsibility Days: all employees get 3 days a year to help social and environmental causes.Wellbeing Fund: a People Fund to support individual wellbeing through an activity of their choice.Profit Share Scheme: all employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme.Diversity and InclusionWe are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging is central to our culture and that diversity is paramount to driving creativity, innovation, and value for our clients and our people.All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, faith or social background. We do not filter applications by university background and encourage those who have taken alternative educational and career paths to apply. We would also like to actively encourage applications from those who identify with less represented and minority groups. We operate an inclusive recruitment process, ensuring reasonable adjustments where needed.Privacy and Data ProtectionFor UK & EU: Personal data will be retained by Baringa for up to two years in accordance with our UK Recruitment Privacy Notice / EU Recruitment Privacy Notice, to evaluate your application and meet legal and reporting obligations. You have the right to request access, rectification, or erasure (subject to legal limitations) of your personal data. For more information, please contact privacy@baringa.com.For the USA: Personal data may be retained by Baringa for up to two years as outlined in our Recruitment Privacy Notice (AMER & APAC). Where applicable, and in accordance with relevant federal and state laws, you may have the right to request access, or correction of your personal information.For Australia and Singapore: Personal data will be retained by Baringa for up to two years, in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act and Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA). You may have rights to access, correct, or request limited deletion of your personal data. For more information, please contact us at privacy@baringa.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr