TL;DR

Principal Consultant (Assessment & Succession and Leadership & Professional Development): Managing and delivering complex engagements, acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, designing and delivering high-impact leadership development programs. Focus on shaping rigorous assessment and succession solutions and establishing expertise with colleagues and clients.

Location: Hybrid in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Company

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance by unlocking potential in people and unleashing transformation across businesses.

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 spanning multiple service lines and geographies.
  • Conduct research, analysis, and interpretation of client 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 in both virtual and in-person formats.
  • Mentor and coach consultants, project managers, and operations colleagues.

Requirements

  • Relevant advanced degree (Master’s or Doctorate) preferred; minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in a top-tier professional services firm and/or in-house HR/talent role in complex environments.
  • Established credentials in leadership assessment, succession, and talent management; ability to quickly build credibility with senior stakeholders.
  • Experience with assessment tools and methodologies and turning insights into development plans; certifications valued.
  • Professional training as a business coach and a proven track record in leadership development design, facilitation, and executive coaching.
  • Experience conducting needs analyses and designing integrated talent, assessment, and leadership development solutions that align to business objectives.
  • Fluency in Dutch & English

Culture & Benefits

  • Exceptional training and development opportunities, including access to the Korn Ferry Institute’s leading intellectual property.
  • Competitive total rewards package with performance-related incentives and a variety of benefits.
  • Committed to an inclusive, diverse environment where all contributions matter.
  • Flexible/agile working is supported.