TL;DR

Principal, Assessment & Succession / Leadership & Professional Development (HR Consulting): Managing and delivering complex, multi-workstream engagements in organizational consulting with an accent on leadership development programs, assessment & succession solutions, and senior stakeholder advisory. Focus on designing and facilitating high-impact learning experiences, applying assessment methodologies, and driving talent management strategies.

Location: Hybrid in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Company

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm providing organizational strategy, assessment and succession, talent acquisition, leadership development, and rewards and benefits services.

What you will do

  • Design and deliver high-quality Assessment & Succession solutions, including role profiling and succession planning frameworks.
  • Lead and manage client relationships and complex projects across multiple service lines and geographies.
  • Conduct research and analysis of client/sector issues to identify opportunities and contribute to proposals.
  • Provide high-impact feedback and development planning based on assessment insights.
  • Design and facilitate leadership development programs and experiences, including virtual and in-person formats.
  • Mentor and coach consultants, project managers, and operations colleagues, contributing to best practices.

Requirements

  • Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctorate) preferred; minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in a top-tier professional services firm or in-house HR/talent role.
  • Established credentials in leadership assessment, succession, and talent management, with the ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders.
  • Experience with assessment tools and methodologies (e.g., cognitive, behavioral, personality assessments, 360°).
  • Professional training as a business coach (e.g., ICF or equivalent) and a proven track record in leadership development design.
  • Experience conducting needs analyses and designing integrated talent, assessment, and leadership development solutions.
  • Fluency in Dutch and English required.

Culture & Benefits

  • Access to exceptional training and development opportunities, including the Korn Ferry Institute’s intellectual property.
  • Competitive total rewards package with performance-related incentives and a variety of benefits.
  • Commitment to an inclusive, diverse environment where all contributions matter.
  • Support for flexible/agile working.
  • All hiring decisions are made by humans, even if AI is used in the recruitment process.