Senior Principal – Transformation
London or Manchester based
About Us - Slalom
Slalom is a purpose-led, global business and technology consulting company. From strategy to implementation, our approach is fiercely human. In six countries and 45 markets, we deeply understand our customers—and their customers—to deliver practical, end-to-end solutions that drive meaningful impact. Backed by close partnerships with over 400 leading technology providers, our 10,000+ strong team helps people and organisations dream bigger, move faster, and build better tomorrows for all.
About The Role
We're seeking an entrepreneurial Senior Principal to join our Transformation practice and drive growth across our diverse capability portfolio. This role combines business development leadership with hands-on delivery expertise across areas such as HR Transformation, Workforce Modernisation, Modern Product Organisation, Transformation Leadership, Operational Improvement, Operating Model and Organisation Design.
As a growth focused leader, you'll shape how we bring our transformation offerings to market while ensuring exceptional client outcomes. We're looking for someone who thrives on building relationships, crafting compelling propositions, and turning opportunities into lasting partnerships.
What You Will Do
Drive Business Growth
- Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for our transformation offerings
- Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities through strategic outreach
- Lead the development of complex, multi-faceted proposals that showcase our unique value
- Own the commercial aspects of deals from inception through contract negotiation
- Build lasting relationships with C-suite executives and key decision makers
Lead Client Delivery
- Serve as a trusted advisor on transformation initiatives, providing steady leadership through complex change
- Leverage your expertise across transformation disciplines to design innovative solutions
- Ensure seamless delivery that exceeds client expectations and creates opportunities for growth
- Guide teams through challenging engagements while maintaining commercial viability
Shape Our Practice
- Collaborate with leadership to evolve our transformation offerings based on market insights
- Mentor team members in both business development and delivery excellence
- Contribute to thought leadership that positions Slalom as a transformation partner of choice
What You Will Bring
- Proven track record in business development within professional services, with demonstrated success in winning and growing complex accounts
- Deep expertise in one or more transformation disciplines - we value quality over quantity
- Experience leading large-scale transformation programs from pursuit through delivery
- Natural ability to translate client challenges into compelling commercial propositions
- Strong commercial acumen with experience managing P&L responsibilities
- Authentic leadership style that builds trust with clients and inspires teams
We have a question for you - and it’s something we’re really passionate about. Can you imagine a world in which you can truly love your life and your work? Well, we have some good news – creating that world and making this vision a reality is what we get out of bed for; it’s our north star.
But what do we really mean when we talk about loving your life and your work? Let’s take a look at the ways in which we help our team members to achieve this – and the ‘how’.
Deep connections, better outcome
We have deep relationships with over 400 leading technology partners and they love us for our innovative and outcome based approach. Our people are passionate about solving our clients’ problems using the tech that’s the best solution for them. What’s more, we’re there to work side-by-side with our client teams to enable them for success long after we’ve gone. We’re all about momentum that outlasts us.
Flexibility
Life is busy and we appreciate that. We’re often juggling work, family, and personal commitments. We do everything we can to support our people in prioritising what matters to them while also working on high-impact projects that they’ll love.
People-first
Great solutions start with great people. And those great people are at their best when they’re empowered to be their true authentic selves. Through leading with kindness and empathy, and striving for equity, we’re able to create better experiences for our people and our clients. Our culture is central to everything we do - encouraging passion and adventure, adaptiveness, and diversity of thought. Inclusion, diversity and equity is at the top of our agenda, we have created a community where we empower our team to be the best version of themselves.
Rewards
There’s no shying away from it - the compensation and benefits on offer have to be competitive too, right? We know that. That’s why we have a dedicated team working with our leaders to ensure our packages are fair, competitive, and rewarding!
Take a look at the role below and if something sparks your interest, apply!
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If you require any assistance with regards to reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us – we will always be happy to help
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