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Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

Career Development Specialist

London, United Kingdom

WHAT YOU'LL DO
The LAB Career Development (CD) team is responsible for the performance review process for Consultants (Associates through to Partners) across London, Amsterdam and Brussels. This is a busy, fast paced role and focuses on the career development of Consultants. You will be instrumental in providing advice and support to a team of Career Advisors, each of whom has 8 Advisees who are reviewed in the CD committee twice a year. You will take the lead in setting up and running the CD committee meetings that take place between 8-10 times a year. In addition, you will support the wider LAB CD Team with CD programmes and projects.

What You'll Do:
Lead the CD review process for Consultants which take place between 8-10 times a year

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Meticulously prepare for each CD committee meeting: setting the agenda, ensuring all downward feedback is submitted in time for the meetings and collaborating with Career Advisors pre and post CD meetings
Review all incoming evaluations to ensure quality and calibration, and flag issues with the relevant Career Advisor
Provide advice and support to Career Advisors when they need guidance on CD policies, training and CD programmes
Support Career Advisors with Performance Improvement Plans/Structured Development plans and team with HR/Staffing teams throughout
Support Consultants with CD/HR/Career path advice
Work with L&D and Staffing teams for latest training and staffing opportunities and support with individual action plans
Team with Mobility to ensure transfers are supported with Career Advisors
Support the L-A-B CD Managers on wider topics such as:
C2 PA affiliation
LAB Bonus Review
LAB CD programmes
DE&I Initiatives

YOU'RE GOOD AT

You are collaborative and have strong communication skills
You are highly organised, with strong attention to detail
You are self-motivated and resourceful to find and deliver the best outcome
You can influence and effectively persuade, working with multiple stakeholders
You thrive in a fast-paced, client-oriented environment where you are comfortable suggesting change and improving processes

YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)

3+ years in professional experience within a related People function (Talent, Recruiting, L&D, Staffing) ideally within Consultancy/Professional Services
Degree educated
Experience with senior stakeholder management
Confident in use of Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint. Experience with Trello, Slack, Workday is a plus
Knowledge of performance management/talent development desirable
Please note this position is not restricted solely to the responsibilities listed above and that the job scope and responsibilities are subject to change*
YOU'LL WORK WITH
BCG's HR team works to attract, develop, excite, deploy, and retain the best people in the market. Those in human resources jobs manage the life cycle of all BCG employees-from hiring top talent and developing their skills to rewarding their contributions and supporting career progression and mobility.

Client-provided location(s): London, UK
Job ID: Boston_Consulting_Group-22884BR
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • On-Site Gym
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Sabbatical
    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • 401(K)
    • Performance Bonus
    • Profit Sharing
    • Company Equity
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)