Oliver Wyman
Oliver Wyman - Talent Manager - London
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Oliver Wyman - Talent Manager - London
Talent Manager (TM) - Europe ACG Talent Management
Oliver Wyman, a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), is a global management consulting firm that helps organisations navigate transformative challenges through deep industry insight, bold innovation, and a collaborative approach.
About the Role
The Talent Manager (TM) plays a pivotal role in supporting the Europe ACG (Advanced Client Group) Talent Management Team. This core function involves delivering high-quality staffing, consultant development, performance management, and related processes, either for a single practice or large sub-teams—in alignment with business needs.
In partnership with other Talent Managers, practice stakeholders, consultants, and internal teams (Recruiting, Human Capital, Learning & Development, Finance), the TM acts as a trusted advisor, balancing business demands with individual growth opportunities to drive strong staffing and talent outcomes.
Why Join Us
Mission & Impact
- Deploy and nurture growth-oriented consulting talent across Oliver Wyman’s practices
- Fuel both client excellence and consultant success
Team & Growth Opportunities
- Collaborate with consultants, project leaders, Partners, and cross-functional teams
- Engage closely with Human Capital, Recruiting, Learning & Development, Operations, and Finance
Development & Variety
- Build expertise in staffing operations, performance management, consultant development, data reporting, and talent systems
- Experience the fast-paced, dynamic environment of high-impact consulting
Team Collocation & Support Systems
- Reports to the Head of ACG Talent Management (no direct supervisory responsibility)
- Daily interactions with Talent Managers, Practice leadership, Consultants, Partners, and internal teams
Role Contribution & Success Metrics
This role directly contributes to team success through:
- Strategic staffing decisions: Balance project needs, consultant capabilities, development priorities, and availability
- Proactive talent management: Support a TM Lead and practice stakeholders by identifying capacity gaps, performance trends, or engagement issues early
- Collaborative governance: Strengthen One Team culture through transparency, constructive problem-solving, and cross-border information-sharing
Core Responsibilities
Staffing & Capacity Management
- Act as a go-to staffing expert for the Consulting pipeline, business priorities, and talent insights
- Partners with TMs, Partners, and project leaders to align staffing requirements and resolve challenges effectively
- Metrics of success: Efficient project staffing, healthy capacity utilization, minimized avoidable escalations, and clear visibility of consultant availability
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Performance & Development Support
- Gain deep understanding of consultant skills, aspirations, and development needs
- Assist with performance reviews, feedback discussions, and career planning (e.g., preparing for Career Reviews)
- Success indicators:
- Well-prepared inputs for discussions
- Early identification of performance concerns or well-being indicators
- Judicious escalation of issues
Data-Driven Decision Making
- Review critical reports, including utilization, staffing, and availability metrics
- Share actionable insights with the Talent Management team and practice leadership
- Expected outcomes:
- Accurate data collation
- Transparent communication
- Joint problem-solving for improvements
Operations & TM Initiatives
- Maintain precise and up-to-date data across systems
- Organize materials for staffing and talent discussions
- Drive process enhancements to streamline operations
- Deliver excellence in attention to details and proactive roles across the Talent Management ecosystem
Skills & Experience You Bring
Available candidates should ideally meet the following criteria:
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Relevant experience: 3–5+ years in Talent Management, staffing, HR, recruiting, consulting operations, or fast-paced client services
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Teams of strengths:
- Strong cross-functional communication and proven credibility with Consultants, Project Leaders, Partners, and functional colleagues
- Self-motivated, resilient, and proactive – excels under pressure, with strong ownership and flexibility
- Proficiency in: Excel, PowerPoint, resource-planning tools, and AI/system automation
- Abilty to transform complex data into clear strategic insights and actionable materials
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Attention to responsibility across components (data, stakeholder management, problem resolution)
Outstanding Qualities
| Experience & Expertise | Personal Attributes | Competence Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Familiarity with consulting environments or project-based services | Curiosity for tech innovation in TM | Adaoption of Certinia, staffing, and utilization tools |
| Experience with consultant career development | Confidence in using AI tools to optimize processes | Genuine interest in consultant growth |
| Positive problem-solving mindset | Growth-oriented attitude | Hands-on approach with collective ambition |
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What We Offer
Rewarding professional environment:
- Competitive compensation packages and attractive benefits
- Tailored benefits, including work-life balance, health and wellness programs
Scaling and inclusive ideals:
- Mentorship, training, and career development opportunities
- A culture that actively values diversity, ssDs, gender inclusion and cultural richness
- Employee Resources Groups and CSR engagement
Purpose and connectivity:
- Participate in dynamic, collaborative teams with a blend of flexibility and client engagement
- A strong digital platform and virtual learning ecosystem
Join Us with Purpose
We think differently: Oliver Wyman thrives on challenging norms and driving sustainable excellence.
Who we foster together:
- Ambitious individuals who take initiative, aim for legacy impact, and are unafraid to reshaping their environment
- Open to diverse perspectives in facilitating never-before-seen solutions
- Organisations emphasize meritocracy by dismantling invisible barriers
- Employees prioritize meaningful personal priorities while elevating their professional contributions
- The culture guarantees sustainable workloads and respect for personal time, driven by outcomes over outputs
Marsh, with its core values, enhances this vision — fostering ** hybrid environments, employee growth**, and community-first initiatives.
For inquiries related to equal opportunities, accommodation for disabilities, or reasonable adjustments:
Email: reasonableaccommodations@marsh.com
Employment Context
Marsh and Oliver Wyman are committed to a hybrid work model, ensuring flexibility while maintaining collaborative cohesion (⬜≥ 3 in-office days per week).
This role is centered at Oliver Wyman, supplying global risk, reinurance, human resources support, and cutting-edge management consulting solutions across 130 nations.
Details available at oliverwyman.com
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