HR Strategy & Transformation Manager
Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make your impact?
About The Role
The HR Strategy & Transformation Manager serves as a strategic partner, enabling the CHRO to operate at maximum effectiveness across a global, fast-paced professional services organization. This role combines strategic insight, operational rigor, and executive-level execution, acting as an extension of the CHRO across priorities, communications, and key initiatives.
The HR Strategy & Transformation Manager will help drive clarity, structure, and momentum across the HR function by shaping the HR strategy and transformation agenda, translating priorities into action, and ensuring accountability across the HR Leadership team (HRLT). This role requires exceptional judgement, direction, and the ability to operate seamlessly across strategic, operational, and tactical work.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will operate as a strategic extension of the CHRO—helping shape priorities, drive execution, and ensure the HR function delivers against its most critical objectives. You will bring structure and momentum to complex initiatives, enable effective decision-making, and create accountability across senior stakeholders, while balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
Drive HR Strategy & Transformation
Partner with the CHRO to shape and execute the HR strategy and transformation priorities.
Translate strategic priorities into clear initiatives, outcomes, and ownership across HR.
Track progress against key people priorities and surface risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations.
Enable Execution & Accountability
Coordinate the HR Leadership Team to deliver against strategic priorities and enterprise initiatives.
Drive follow-through decisions, commitments, and cross-functional initiatives.
Establish clear operating rhythms that support effective decision-making and execution.
Support Executive Decision-Making & Communication
Prepare high-impact materials for executive, ExCo, and Board-level discussions.
Translate complex people and organizational data into clear, actionable narratives.
Ensure consistency and clarity in CHRO and HR leadership communications.
Partner Across the Firm
Act as a trusted partner to HR COE leaders and senior business stakeholders.
Represent the CHRO in meetings as needed to reinforce priorities and alignment.
Handle sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment.
Improve How HR Operates
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve prioritization, and strengthen execution.
Build lightweight tools and frameworks that improve visibility, accountability, and outcomes.
How You’ll Grow
In this role, you will gain a deep and multifaceted understanding of how HR strategy, transformation, and enterprise priorities come together in a global professional services environment. Working closely with the CHRO and HR Leadership Team, you will strengthen your strategic thinking, executive judgment, and ability to influence senior stakeholders while driving meaningful organizational change.
What You Will Need To Succeed
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
7+ years of experience in a HR strategy, transformation, operations, consulting or related leadership role.
Experience supporting or partnering with senior executives in a complex, fast-moving organization.
Strong program management and execution skills, with the ability to translate strategy into action.
Exceptional PowerPoint and executive-level writing skills.
High judgment, discretion, and comfort operating with ambiguity.
Demonstrated ability to influence, build trust, and drive alignment without direct authority.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position does not provide sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience within a global professional services or advisory firm.
Exposure to enterprise people strategy topics such as workforce planning, organizational design, leadership development, or succession planning.
Experience supporting executive or board-level governance processes, including preparation of materials for Executive Committee or Board meetings.
Strong execution mindset with the ability to balance strategic thinking and delivery.
Comfort working with data and analytics to inform executive decision-making.
Experience navigating periods of organizational growth or transformation.
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Total Wellbeing
Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:
Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off and holidays
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
Potential for flexible work arrangements
Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
Employee wellness platform
Employee recognition programs
Paid time off for volunteering in your community
Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
Professional development and certification programs
Free in-office snacks and drinks
Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
Upscale offices close to public transportation
About FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 7,900 employees located in 32 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.7 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.
