About Us
Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business - synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That’s why the world’s most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us - for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to
Be More Than.
Headquartered In Los Angeles, Our Over 9,000 Colleagues Globally Serve Clients In More Than 50 Countries. We Offer Five Core Capabilities That Span The Full Talent Lifecycle
- Organizational Strategy
- Assessment and Succession
- Talent Acquisition
- Leadership Development
- Rewards and Benefits
Job Description
Are you a reward expert ready to take your consulting career to the next level? Do you thrive in data-driven environments and enjoy solving complex reward challenges across diverse sectors? If so, we want to hear from you.
We’re seeking a
Principal Consultant to join our high-performing Total Reward team. This is a unique opportunity to work on strategic reward projects that shape pay transparency, harmonisation, and performance alignment across public and private sector organisations.
What You'll Do
As a Principal Consultant, you’ll lead and deliver impactful Total Reward solutions, including:
- Designing base pay and variable pay structures
- Conducting benchmarking and job evaluation
- Creating career architecture and performance frameworks
- Advising on equal pay and transparency legislation
- Leading client engagements and managing complex reward projects
You’ll also contribute to business development, mentor junior consultants, and collaborate across our consulting practices.
We’re Looking For Someone Who Brings
- Deep reward expertise from internal HR consulting or management consulting
- Strong technical skills in Excel, Power BI, and data analysis
- Experience in job sizing, benchmarking, and pay strategy
- A consultative mindset with the ability to lead projects and influence stakeholders
- Comfort working in fast-paced, client-facing environments
Experience in both public and private sectors is a plus, but not essential. What matters most is your ability to think strategically, communicate clearly, and deliver value.
We're looking for someone based in London or the Home Counties, but we welcome applications from across the UK.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re passionate about reward and want to work with some of the most respected professionals in the field, apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.
Internal Mobility at Korn Ferry
If you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.
Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
