leadership development consultant

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Job Description</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p><b>
What is the opportunity?</b></p><p>
The Senior Consultant, Leadership Development is responsible for the development, implementation and support of strategies and initiatives related to the development of PCG field leaders.</p><p>
This position is responsible for development and coaching of PCG field leaders. This includes certain ongoing developmental coaching, scenario planning, and targeted events. This position will collaborate across the organization and with various departments and leadership teams to ensure training and development efforts are properly focused and targeted to aid our field leaders in achieving their goals. This position will collaborate with USWM and Enterprise learning leaders to ensure consistent messaging and strategy across audiences, as appropriate, and to maximize use of resources and thought leadership.</p><p></p><p><b>
What will you do?</b></p><p><b>
Field leadership coaching and development &ndash; approximate time 50%</b></p><ul><li>
Develop, maintain and execute on a strategy for complex director, complex assistant manager, branch network director, and branch director coaching and development.</li><li>
Collaborate with PCG leadership, HR, and the training team to ensure new field leaders are properly trained and oriented to their leadership roles whether they are new to RBC, new to the role, or both.</li><li>
Discern areas of challenge for new field leaders and provide coaching to improve.</li><li>
Develop and deliver programs for group learning opportunities, as appropriate, for new leaders and those experienced and established in their roles.</li><li>
Provide coaching to existing field leaders as requested, or as appropriate.</li><li>
Develop content and resources to support field leaders in partnership with the design team.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Strategy and specialty programs &ndash; approximate time 40%</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and execute a multi-year leadership development strategy for field leaders.</li><li>
Collaborate with various groups such as PCG leadership, compliance, training, and various product areas to ensure the appropriate curriculum is being delivered.</li><li>
Ensure firm-level strategic initiatives are properly represented in field training programs.</li><li>
Oversee development and delivery of specialized group training programs for leaders (e.g., Branch Leadership Vantage; Strategic Recruiting Mastery workshops).</li><li>
Plan/host/facilitate strategic planning meetings, DISC debriefs, roles and responsibility discussions with complex management teams on an as needed basis.</li><li>
Share observations with PCG Senior Leadership and HR partners to help identify high-potential leaders for succession planning purposes.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Collaborate with and support leadership programs across USWM and Enterprise &ndash; approximate time 5%</b></p><ul><li>
Collaborate with HR and other business leaders on programs that provide leadership development across the organization (e.g., LeapPathways) to ensure we are providing consistent messaging and maximizing the content and resources available from each group.</li><li>
Leverage innovative methodologies for delivering training initiatives including virtual and digital capabilities.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Contribute team expertise to the field, department and firm &ndash; approximate time 5%</b></p><ul><li>
Work closely with other members of the team to share best practices and discuss challenges and solutions.</li><li>
Contribute to the use of metrics, benchmarks, and regular reporting as necessary.</li><li>
Represent the team in selected corporate initiatives.</li><li>
Contribute to regular department meetings and departmental improvement projects.</li><li>
Other special assignments as needed.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What do you need to succeed?</b></p><p><b>
Must-have</b></p><ul><li>
Four-year college degree or equivalent experience</li><li>
Five or more years financial services or investment industry experience</li><li>
Ability to influence</li><li>
Excellent collaboration skills</li><li>
Strong knowledge of and aptitude in concepts related to leadership (e.g., emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, change management), practice management, training and development</li><li>
Exceptional written and communication skills including proven facilitation and presentation skills, ability to actively listen and discern meaning underlying both verbal and non-verbal communications, and ability to inspire, persuade and hold others accountable</li><li>
Proven dedication to and focus on client service and satisfaction</li><li>
Project management and organizational skills</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with tight deadlines and competing priorities</li><li>
Strong problem-solving skills</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with and influence many levels within an organization</li><li>
Ability to assess data related to success metrics</li><li>
Dedicated team player, willing to collaborate where necessary to make the team successful</li><li>
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Nice-to-have</b></p><ul><li>
Certified Professional Behavior and Motivators (DISC) Analyst</li><li>
The Six Types of Working Genius Certification</li><li>
Coaching certification</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What&rsquo;s in it for you?</b></p><p>
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.</p><ul><li>
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable</li><li>
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities</li><li>
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact</li><li>
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team</li><li>
Flexible work/life balance options</li><li>
Opportunities to do challenging work</li></ul><ul><li>
Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
</li><li>Access to a variety of job opportunities across business</li></ul><p></p><p>
The expected salary range for this particular position is $90,000-$160,000 , depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.</p><p></p><p>
You have the potential to earn more through RBC&rsquo;s discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.</p><p></p><p>
RBC&rsquo;s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:</p><ul><li>
Drives RBC&rsquo;s high-performance culture</li><li>
Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals</li><li>
Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Job Skills</b></p>
Business Case Design, Client Counseling, Customer Success, Data Gathering Analysis, Decision Making, Group Problem Solving, Solution Evaluation, Storytelling, Time Management, Training Needs Analysis (TNA)<p></p><p><b>
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Note</b><b>:</b> <i>Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above</i></p><p></p><p><b>
Our Employment Opportunities</b></p><p></p><p>
At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.</p><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
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Senior Consultant, Leadership Development

Mcgarity Consulting Group

<div><div><div>We are seeking an Organizational Psychologist or senior L&amp;D Strategist to lead the needs analysis and competency framework work for a citywide management training program serving people leaders, executive leaders, and emerging managers across the City of Cleveland.<br>
</div><div><b>Your responsibilities:</b><br>
</div><ul><li>Lead the Organizational Training Needs Analysis (OTNA) process</li>
<li>Align training design to Cleveland's newly developed competency model (Communication, Decision-Making, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Accountability, Equity &amp; Inclusion, and more)</li>
<li>Recommend assessment tools for Team Effectiveness and Communication Styles</li>
<li>Advise on cohort strategy and learning sustainability plan</li>
<li>Support curriculum design for three distinct leadership tracks: People Leaders, Executive Leaders, and Emerging Managers</li>
<li>Contribute to the Learning Sustainability Plan, ensuring a long-term culture of learning</li>
</ul><div><b>Required qualifications:</b><br>
</div><ul><li>Master's or Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, or related field</li>
<li>7+ years in L&amp;D strategy, organizational development, or leadership development</li>
<li>Experience with competency-based training design</li>
<li>Assessment tool certifications strongly preferred (DiSC, CliftonStrengths, EQ-i 2.0, Hogan, or similar)</li>
<li>Government, municipal, or public sector experience a strong plus</li></ul></div></div>

ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST / L&D STRATEGIST

Gallup

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  Help executives reimagine how they lead, develop teams and achieve performance breakthroughs.
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 In this role, you will guide executives in how they think, lead and achieve &mdash; unlocking their full potential. Backed by Gallup&rsquo;s globally recognized research on strengths, engagement and leadership, you&rsquo;ll design and deliver transformational consulting, coaching, workshops and leadership development programs for all levels of leaders. With your strategic thinking, analytical mindset and authenticity, you&rsquo;ll build trusted relationships with senior leaders, challenge the status quo, introduce new ideas, and advise with courage and confidence.
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 If you&rsquo;re passionate about helping executives develop exceptional workplaces, managers and teams, bring your expertise, credibility and influence to Gallup. Apply today!
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  What You&rsquo;ll Do
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   Conduct initial consultations and needs assessments to develop a deep understanding of client challenges and diagnose business needs and opportunities
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   Design and deliver customized learning solutions that blend Gallup&rsquo;s analytics with clients&rsquo; strategic priorities
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   Lead executive-level sessions, envisioning workshops, alignment meetings and coaching that help leaders elevate performance, strengthen culture and achieve measurable business results
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   Master concepts linked to culture transformation, strengths development, employee engagement, performance and management principles, and coaching to help leaders, managers and individuals maximize their potential
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  Who We Want
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   Executive advisers who influence senior leaders&rsquo; decisions with trust, presence, expertise and authority
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   Analytical thinkers who translate complex data and behavioral research into strategic initiatives for leadership performance
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   High achieverswho thrive in a demanding, fast-paced, collaborative and goal-oriented environment
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   Courageous communicators who deliver honest feedback and hard truths with boldness, sophistication and care
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   Dynamic facilitators who command a room with executive presence, energy and storytelling, inspiring leaders to act on what they learn
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  What You Need
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required, preferably in business, psychology or sociology
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   Master&rsquo;s degree or Ph.D. is a plus
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   At least 15 years of experience in executive facilitation, consulting, or corporate learning and development required
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   Demonstrated experience working with senior executives and advising on leadership, engagement or cultural transformation initiatives required
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   Full fluency in Arabic and English required
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   Ability to travel at least 80% of the time required
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   Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach certification or International Coaching Federation certification preferred
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   Experience using AI for research, analysis or content development preferred
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  What You&rsquo;ll Experience
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   Mission-driven work: Make a meaningful difference in the world with your unique contributions, commitment to service and exceptional outcomes.
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   An empowering culture: Collaborate with smart, passionate people who love what they do and welcome your ideas, perspectives and experiences.
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   Learning and development: Grow in your career as we invest in what you do best, encourage curiosity and create an environment where it&rsquo;s safe &mdash; and expected &mdash; to challenge the status quo.
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   Brand strength, startup energy: Thrive in an innovative environment backed by a trusted brand.
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   A landmark workplace: Enjoy working in the heart of Riyadh&rsquo;s Al Faisaliah Tower, boasting captivating views of the Riyadh skyline.
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  About Gallup
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 At Gallup, we change the world, one client at a time, through extraordinary analytics and advice on everything important facing humankind. Learn more about our work and life at Gallup.
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 Gallup offers a robust benefits package that includes competitive pay; medical, life and critical illness insurance; a retirement savings program; an employee stock ownership program; mass transit reimbursement; family-building benefits; an employee assistance program; and various reimbursements and activities that enhance our associates&rsquo; wellbeing.
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 Gallup is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and business needs. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace.
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 To review Gallup&rsquo;s Privacy Statement, please click this link: https://www.gallup.com/privacy. This privacy policy is meant to help you understand what information we collect, why we collect it, and how you can update, manage and delete your information. Your application and the information you provide will be processed and stored in the United States.
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  Agencies:
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 We are not partnering with agencies for this role, nor will we accept unsolicited r&eacute;sum&eacute;s or be responsible for any fees or expenses related to such unsolicited r&eacute;sum&eacute;s and/or applicants.
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Principal Consultant — Leadership Development (Bilingual Arabic and English)

Lakeland Regional Health

<div><div><div><div><div>Position Details<br>
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<div><div><p><b>This is Full-Time Benefit Eligible position working 80 hours per biweekly pay period.
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<b>Location </b>: 210 South Florida Avenue Lakeland, FL
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<b>Annual Salary </b>: Min $144,164.80 Mid $180,211.20<br>
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<div><div>Position Summary<br>
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<p>Leads and manages the learning and development programs for the workforce (non-clinical programs), the leadership, and physicians (non-clinical programs), including the orientation and onboarding programs. Oversees and optimizes the learning management system (LMS). Identifies and manages the use of learning assessments. Responsible for maintaining an effective knowledge management strategy and platform including the SharePoint and Intranet resources. Leads the programs to build job specific skills within the workforce. Identifies and manages academic partnerships and relationships that provide the in-demand degrees and credentials. Identifies and leads learning and organizational development strategies that help achieve positive business outcomes.<br>
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<p></p><div><div>Position Responsibilities
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<b>People At The Heart Of All That We Do
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<ul><li>Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
</li><li>Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
</li><li>Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.
</li></ul><b>Safety And Performance Improvement
</b><br>
<ul><li>Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
</li><li>Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
</li><li>Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.
</li></ul><b>Stewardship
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<ul><li>Demonstrates responsible use of LRH's resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities.
</li><li>Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.
</li></ul><p><b>People At The Heart Of All We Do
</b></p><ul><li>Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
</li><li>Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
</li><li>Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.
</li><li><b>Safety And Performance Improvement
</b><ul><li>Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
</li><li>Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
</li><li>Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.
</li><li><b>Stewardship
</b></li><li>Demonstrates responsible use of LRH's resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities.
</li><li>Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.
</li><li><b>Standard Work: AVP - Learning &amp; Organizational Development
</b></li><li>Leads and manages the learning and development programs for the workforce development institute, including the career roadmap and career advancement programs.
</li><li>Leads and manages the learning and development programs for the leadership development institute.
</li><li>Leads and manages the learning and development programs for the physician development institute.
</li><li>Oversees and optimizes the learning management system (LMS).
</li><li>Identifies and manages the effective and appropriate use of learning assessments.
</li><li>Responsible for maintaining an effective knowledge management strategy and platform including the SharePoint and Intranet resources.
</li><li>Leads the programs to build job specific skills within the workforce.
</li><li>Identifies and manages academic partnerships and relationships that provide the in-demand degrees and credentials. Oversees the learning vendors and ensures optimal use.
</li>Leads and manages the orientation and onboarding programs.<br>
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<p></p><div><div>Competencies &amp; Skills<br>
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<p>Essential:<br>
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</p><ul><li>Possess advanced knowledge of leadership theory and practice, as demonstrated from advanced courses and training in leadership, and leadership development. Possess advanced knowledge and skill in leadership development facilitation, subjects, material, frameworks, tools, theory, and practices.
</li><li>Possess advanced knowledge and skill in learning theory, adult education, and cognitive science.
</li><li>Possess advanced knowledge and skill in industrial-organizational psychology, and applied practices.
</li><li>Possess advanced knowledge and skill in corporate education, workforce development, career paths, career advancement, and occupational training programs.
</li><li>Possess advanced knowledge and skill in organizational development, behavior, diagnosis, design, change, and culture.
</li></ul>Nonessential:
Knowledge of research methodology (quantitative and qualitative), social and/or education research, and statistical analysis techniques. Proficient in statistical analysis tools, Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel, MS Project, SharePoint, and survey research.<br>
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<p></p><div><div>Qualifications &amp; Experience<br>
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<p>Essential: PhD
</p><p></p><p>Essential: Doctoral degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development or similar discipline related to human and organizational development from a regionally accredited institution.
</p><div>Experience Essential:
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<ul><li>10 years in a learning and organizational development role.
</li><li>7 years in a learning and organizational development leadership role (Manager level or above).
</li><li>7 years designing and delivering leadership development programs.
</li><li>5 years of experience in organizational assessments, diagnosis, design, change, and culture.
</li><li>5 years of experience managing a learning management system (LMS), and conducting individual assessments (MBTI, DISC, StrengthFinders, etc).
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Experience Preferred:
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<ul><li>Experience working in the healthcare or hospital industry.
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Certification Essential:
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<ul><li>Certified Professional in Learning and Performance from the Association for Talent Development (obtain within 24 months).
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Certification Preferred:
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<ul><li>Certified Performance Technologist from the International Society for Performance Improvement, Coaching Certification.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

AVP - Learning & Organizational Development-Talent Division

Merck

<div><p><b>Job Description</b></p><p></p><p>
Associate Director, AI Innovation Consultant</p><p></p><p><b>
The Opportunity</b></p><p>
Based in Rahway, New Jersey join a global healthcare biopharma company and be part of a 130-year legacy of success backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare. Be part of an organization driven by digital technology and data-backed approaches that support a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products. Drive innovation and execution excellence. Be a part of a team with a passion for using AI to drive decision-making, and which creates custom software, allowing us to tackle some of the world's greatest health threats.</p><p></p><p><b>
Role Overview:</b></p><p>
As an <b>AI Innovation Consultant</b>, you will serve as a <b>Frontline Facilitator</b> within the AI Innovation Studio, <b>partnering closely with the AI Innovation Studio leads</b> to deliver high-quality discovery and early-stage AI innovation engagements. In this role, you will help translate ambiguous business challenges into clearly defined, AI-ready opportunity statements that inform Opportunity Assessments and downstream PoC planning.</p><p></p><p>
This role is highly client-facing and discovery-oriented. You will contribute directly to workshop design and delivery, <b>stakeholder interviews</b>, <b>journey mapping</b>, and <b>user research</b>, producing structured outputs that enable alignment between business, AI, and delivery teams. While you will most often operate in partnership with Studio leads, you will also take ownership of specific discovery sessions, workstreams, or lower-complexity engagements as appropriate.</p><p></p><p><b>
What will you do in this role:</b></p><p><b>
Partner on Discovery &amp; Client Engagements</b></p><ul><li><p>
Partner closely with AI Innovation Studio leads to execute the Discovery Methodology across multiple business engagements.</p></li><li><p>
Co-design and facilitate discovery workshops using techniques such as Design Thinking, journey mapping, process mapping, and structured ideation.</p></li><li><p>
Conduct and support stakeholder interviews to surface pain points, constraints, decision drivers, and success criteria across business and IT audiences.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Translate Business Problems into AI-Ready Inputs</b></p><ul><li><p>
Collaborate with Studio leads to synthesize insights from stakeholder interviews, journey mapping, and user research into clear problem statements, use cases, and desired outcomes.</p></li><li><p>
Document current-state workflows, user needs, pain points, and non-functional considerations required for Opportunity Assessment.</p></li><li><p>
Produce clear, well-structured artifacts that translate business ambiguity into actionable inputs for AI and delivery teams.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Support Technically Grounded Opportunity Shaping</b></p><ul><li><p>
Apply a strong understanding of AI, automation, data platforms, and cloud technologies to help scope feasible and value-oriented solution approaches.</p></li><li><p>
Engage architects, data scientists, and engineers with informed questions to validate assumptions and surface technical or data constraints.</p></li><li><p>
Help ensure proposed AI opportunities are grounded in technical reality prior to handoff to delivery teams.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Contribute to PoC Planning &amp; Handoff</b></p><ul><li><p>
Own the end-to-end value case for each assessed AI opportunity from initial data discovery and ideation through building ROI models and business cases providing the quantitative rigor needed to validate, prioritize, and advance initiatives into PoC.</p></li><li><p>
Support early PoC planning by clarifying scope boundaries, assumptions, success metrics, and stakeholder expectations.</p></li><li><p>
Ensure discovery outputs are complete, coherent, and decision-ready, reducing friction during transition to delivery teams.</p></li><li><p>
Participate in alignment discussions to maintain continuity from discovery through execution.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Support Stakeholder Alignment &amp; Engagement</b></p><ul><li><p>
Build strong working relationships with business and IT stakeholders through clear communication, reliability, and follow-through.</p></li><li><p>
Support stakeholder working sessions and alignment forums, adapting to varying stakeholder styles and priorities.</p></li><li><p>
Contribute to positive client experiences by maintaining momentum, clarity, and trust throughout engagements.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
What Should you have:</b></p><p><b>
Experience</b></p><ul><li><p>
7+ years of experience in consulting, business analysis, product discovery, or innovation-focused roles.</p></li><li><p>
Experience supporting technology-enabled initiatives, with exposure to AI, automation, or data platforms preferred.</p></li><li><p>
Comfort operating in team-based, client-facing environments with shared accountability.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Core Skills</b></p><ul><li><p>
Workshop design and facilitation, including experience co-designing and delivering structured discovery sessions.</p></li><li><p>
Problem translation, with the ability to clearly document business challenges and desired outcomes.</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical thinking and comfort decomposing complex processes and workflows.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Technical Skills</b></p><ul><li><p>
Solid understanding of technology value propositions, including AI/GenAI, data platforms, cloud services, and automation.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to engage technical partners constructively and challenge assumptions when appropriate.</p></li><li><p>
Familiarity with Agile and iterative delivery approaches.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Soft Skills</b></p><ul><li><p>
Highly collaborative and adaptable, with comfort partnering across multiple AI Innovation Studio leads.</p></li><li><p>
Strong communication skills and high emotional intelligence.</p></li><li><p>
Organized, dependable, and effective in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Education:</b></p><ul><li>
B.S. Degree</li></ul><p></p><p>
Our technology teams operate as business partners, proposing ideas and innovative solutions that enable new organizational capabilities. We collaborate internationally to deliver services and solutions that help everyone be more productive and enable innovation.</p><p></p><p><b>
What we look for:</b></p><p>
Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us&mdash;and start making your impact today.</p><p></p><p><b>
Required Skills:
</b></p>Client Counseling, Emerging Technologies, Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT), Product Management, Requirements Management, Solution Architecture, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Technical Advice, User Experience (UX) Design, Waterfall Model<p></p><p><b>
Preferred Skills:</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:</b></p><p></p><p>
Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.</p><p>
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:</p><p></p><p>
EEOC Know Your Rights</p><p>
EEOC GINA Supplement
</p><p></p><p>We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another&rsquo;s thinking and approach problems collectively.</p><p></p><p>
Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts</p><p></p><p><b>
U.S. Hybrid Work Model</b></p><p></p><p>
Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as &ldquo;remote&rdquo;.</p><p></p><p>
The salary range for this role is</p>
$142,400.00 - $224,100.00<p></p><p>
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee&rsquo;s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.</p><p></p><p>
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.</p><p></p><p>
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.</p><p></p><p>
You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.</p><p></p><p><b>
San Francisco Residents Only:</b> We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance</p><p></p><p><b>
Los Angeles Residents Only:</b> We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles&rsquo; Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance</p><p></p><p><b>
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully</b><br>
Merck &amp; Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp &amp; Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.</p><p></p><p><b>
Employee Status:
</b></p>Regular<p></p><p><b>
Relocation:</b></p>
No relocation<p></p><p><b>
VISA Sponsorship:</b></p>
No<p></p><p><b>
Travel Requirements:</b></p>
25%<p></p><p><b>
Flexible Work Arrangements:</b></p>
Hybrid<p></p><p><b>
Shift:</b></p>
Not Indicated<p></p><p><b>
Valid Driving License:</b></p>
No<p></p><p><b>
Hazardous Material(s):</b></p>
n/a<p></p><p><b>
Job Posting End Date:</b></p>
04/24/2026<ul><li><b>A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day </b><b>BEFORE</b><b> the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day </b><b>BEFORE</b><b> the job posting end date.<br>
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<p><b>Requisition ID:</b>R392923</p></div>

Assoc. Dir , AI Lead Innovation Consultant

Henkel

<p></p><div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About this Position</b><b>
</b></h4>Chaingers: Operations Leadership Program is one of Henkel&rsquo;s flagship talent programs - a high-impact opportunity for professionals with 3&ndash;5 years of experience ready to accelerate their careers in manufacturing operations. This role is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to take on bigger responsibilities, deeper operational impact, and a clear leadership path.<br>
Based at our Dammam Plant, this role enables you to develop deep, hands-on expertise across end-to-end operations, including production, operational excellence, Smart Factory initiatives, digital transformation, and people leadership. You will lead critical projects, drive tangible improvements on the shopfloor, and collaborate closely with plant leadership, while engaging in regional and global upskilling opportunities.<br>
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<h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you&acute;ll do</b><b>
</b></h4><ul><li>Join Henkel&rsquo;s Chaingers Program an 18-month immersive journey designed to deepen your operational expertise and accelerate your leadership growth.</li><li>
Gain structured exposure across key operational areas, including production, engineering, supply chain, quality, lean, strategy and people leadership.</li><li>
Lead and contribute to high-impact projects driving optimisation, efficiency, safety, and performance on the shopfloor.</li><li>
Contribute to Henkel&rsquo;s digital transformation and sustainability initiatives through impactful work in manufacturing.</li><li>
Earn Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification and apply it in real business contexts.</li><li>
Be part of a global cohort of high-potential talent, working alongside peers from across regions, sharing diverse perspectives, and learning best practices from Henkel&rsquo;s worldwide operations.</li><li>
Start with a permanent contract and competitive package, with enhanced responsibility into a people leadership role upon successful completion.</li></ul></div>
<div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What makes you a good fit</b><b>
</b></h4><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s/ master&rsquo;s degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Production/ Manufacturing)</li><li>
3&ndash;5 years of experience in manufacturing operations, production, or plant-based roles (manufacturing/chemical industry preferred)</li><li>
Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, execution-focused mindset.</li><li>
Passion for continuous improvement, process optimization, operational excellence &amp; leading people.</li><li>
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions, teams, and diverse cultural environments.</li><li>
Comfortable working in a full-time, plant-based role at Dammam (remote/hybrid work not applicable for this program)</li><li>
Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.</li>
Clear aspiration and potential to grow into leadership roles within Operations.<br>
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</li></ul><p>At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.</p></div></div>

Chaingers: Operations Leadership Program KSA

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  Main Objective
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 As an Associate Director with Four Principles, you&rsquo;ll have extensive consulting experience and work on management consulting projects, leading a team of consultants and analysts, helping our clients to solve challenges related to operations, implementation, business transformation, process and performance improvement using Lean Management principles.
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  Key Responsibilities
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   Add value to our clients by helping them address complex issues, deliver sustainable results and demonstrate real impact
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   Advise clients, design and implement Lean solutions that can help transform clients&rsquo; organisations
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   Take responsibility for leading projects and managing numerous team members, as well as developing junior team members through knowledge sharing and on-the-job coaching
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   Take accountability for the team on your projects, address performance issues promptly and take necessary action to ensure performance remains on track
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   Introduce change and manage clients&rsquo; expectations across the full hierarchy from top management to blue collar roles
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   Able to shift quickly from one complex situation to another when working on multifaceted projects
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   Able to align with project sponsors and cross-functional teams regarding outcomes, decisions, targets etc. across all levels within a client&rsquo;s organization
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   Assist in client acquisitions and actively support senior managers/principals with business development
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   Participate in further developing Lean Management concepts, products and tools
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  Required Skills
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   5&ndash;6 years of experience in Management Consulting
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   Involvement in Lean Management implementation and/or experience in a related industry is a plus
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   Experience in implementing operational change
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   Knowledge and experience in Lean tools including but not limited to: process mapping, value stream mapping, Kanban, Kaizen, Jidoka, TPM is advantageous
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   Fluent command of English and native command of Arabic is required
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   Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel)
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   Excellent time management, analytical, problem-solving, logical thinking skills
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   Strong entrepreneurial and team spirit
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   High level of commitment, perseverance, and ability to work under pressure and long hours
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   Professional demeanor when dealing with clients
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   Willingness to travel extensively mainly to Saudi Arabia
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  Education
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field is required
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   MBA / relevant post-graduate degree is an advantage
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Associate Director - Lean Management Consulting

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