25 Strategic Leadership jobs in the United Kingdom

Term: Full time

Reporting to: Leadership Development Manager

T– Summary

Helping leaders evolve faster than the world around them.

We’re up to something incredibly exciting at T–. We’re on a mission to impact 1m leaders at pioneering businesses, whilst building a rule breaking culture and practise for our people - attracting, growing and rewarding exceptional talent. 

Forged in the fires of startups and some of the most successful companies in the world, we specialise in developing leaders in environments of high change, growth and disruption. We work with leaders at scale-ups and pioneering corporates, supporting them in building the great businesses of the future. With clients such as ASOS, Bacardi, BBC, Boots, Cancer Research UK, Disney, Domino’s Pizza, Google, LinkedIn, Loveholidays, The Guardian, Monzo, Not on the High Street, Ordnance Survey, Sainsburys, Secret Escapes and Unilever. We’re incredibly proud of the work we do. 

We believe in the power of collective brilliance and our signature offering, the Leadership Generator, has been co-created with our brilliant, diverse network of Change Makers. This global network of over 100 experts includes psychologists, neuroscientists and entrepreneurs and supports us in delivering impactful learning experiences. Through programmes, strategic offsites and coaching we’re able to support our clients unique learning needs. 

We are a research-led organisation. At the heart of our point of view is a deep understanding of why some leaders and organisations thrive in disruption whilst others fail. We spoke to more than 120 organisations of 50 to 120,000 in different industries across the globe to find out what’s really going on in the minds of leaders as they navigate a time of unprecedented change and disruption.

Those findings were combined with insights from interviews with over 150 CEOs in the last 2 years to create a playbook for leaders of the 4th industrial revolution, The Disruptive Leadership Report. The DLR also gave birth to our proprietary model of leadership development.

Why people love working at T–

Our culture is all about collaboration. With a weekly team lunch, annual offsites and regular socials, we take the time to celebrate both small and significant achievements together. We’re candid and cherish feedback, encouraging a learning culture in which we all grow with the business.

Requirements

What we're looking for

At only 7 years old, sometimes we wonder how we’ve earned the right to play where we do. Following the launch of our Leadership Generator, we’re seeing serious commercial traction and are growing exponentially quarter by quarter. We’re also busy scaling our business to meet the needs of our clients, so there is a lot of internal work going on too. It’s an exciting time for all of us! 

To support this growth we’re seeking a dynamic individual to join us as a Leadership Development Junior Manager.

As a Junior Manager, you are a trusted and visible member of the team. You will be spending most of your time within our client accounts working on exciting briefs and contributing significantly to thought leadership, product development, the client experience and other internal priorities.

In this role, you will:

• Play a crucial generalist role working across the team, Directors and Partners, supporting with client accounts and contributing to diverse, engaging projects
• Influence the client experience, and contribute to the growth of T– by proof-reading thought starters and proposals 
• Collaborate with the Product team in designing our suite of Masterclasses and Programmes
• Collaborate with the Delivery team to prepare materials for client meetings and consolidate client insights and intelligence
• Analyse data and help present it in a coherent and simple way
• Be client facing and build deep, productive relationships
• Focus on delivering high-quality work and communicate ideas and concepts effectively
• Engage in thought leadership, and intellectual property creation

We're looking for someone who is:

• Experienced and passionate about leadership development, with 2+ years in either people, HR, DE&I or learning and development 
• Detail oriented, organised and consistently delivers high-quality work by carefully reviewing and refining all aspects of tasks to ensure accuracy and precision
• Creative thinking and wants to learn how to create engaging learning experiences, leadership development programmes

• Willing to bring ‘a startup mentality’ - supporting the team in all tasks, and acknowledging that no task is too small

Benefits

We play big, move fast, and are variously involved in some pretty knotty client problems to solve! We know the nature of the work we do isn’t always easy. Creating the conditions and culture where each of us can thrive, feel supported and be excited by what we’re shaping individually and as a collective is of primary importance to us. The offer reflects what we know you will bring and give to T–.

What we can give you:

• A highly visible external and internal role with influence on the direction of T–
• An open, passionate culture, shaped by people who love what we’re up to together
• Living and breathing our values - all in, find the balance, enjoy the journey, care deeply
• Rapid personal and professional growth enabled by the right level of stretch
• Opportunity to work alongside world class leadership development professionals
• 27 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Office closed between Christmas and New Year so we can recharge over the break
• Flexible working hours so you can manage your energy to be at your best
• 2 days in our Soho, London office 
• Weekly team lunch on the business and regular social meet-ups and celebrations

Our offer:

• Salary £28k-£35k commensurate with experience 
• Performance bonus up to 20% of salary dependent upon individual and company performance
• Equity discussed after 12 months of continuous employment
• Learning and development fund at 2.5% of salary
• Company pension
• Private health insurance

For guidance we have a three-stage interview process - throughout the process, you will have the opportunity to meet a number of the team and build the picture.

1. A short video from you in response to questions from us (if you’re not comfortable with a video, we’ll find a creative solution for you to show us who you are!) (5 mins)
2. Second round chemistry conversation, T– Leadership Development Manager & Snr Operations & People Manager (40 mins)
3. Third ‘competency-based’ conversation providing the opportunity to demonstrate your approach to a live client T– brief, T– team (75 mins)

Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for a role unless they are 100% qualified. So, if you think you’d be a good fit for this role and you’re excited to join T–, then we’d love to hear about your experience, skills and passion and why we should hire you! T– is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment. We welcome applicants from those who are under-represented in our industry.

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business - synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That's why the world's most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us - for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, our over 9,000 colleagues globally serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core capabilities that span the full talent lifecycle:

• Organizational Strategy
• Assessment and Succession
• Talent Acquisition
• Leadership Development
• Rewards and Benefits

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly analytical, strategic, and collaborative Strategy & Operations Business Partner to support Korn Ferry Digital's EMEA Commercial Team. This role will be instrumental in driving go-to-market (GTM) strategy, optimizing revenue operations, and supporting data-driven decision-making for the growth of the EMEA business. You'll partner closely with Sales, Customer Success, Marketing, Finance, and Product to ensure our GTM teams are aligned, efficient, and scaling effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Insights

• Collaborate with Sales leadership to define and execute GTM strategies, annual planning, and quarterly business reviews.
• Provide strategic recommendations to improve revenue growth, customer retention, and operational efficiency.
• Drive the operational cadence of EMEA Commercial leadership, including forecast calls, pipe reviews, performance management, & tracking of GTM initiatives.
• Support territory design, segmentation, coverage modeling, and resource planning.

• Monitor and analyze performance metrics (pipeline, bookings, churn, expansion, NRR).
• Develop dashboards and reports to surface key insights to stakeholders.
• Conduct win/loss, churn, and retention analysis to identify areas for improvement.

• Drive process improvements across the sales (e.g., pipe generation, deal execution, system use, QBRs).
• Partner with RevOps, Finance, and Enablement teams to streamline systems, tools, and processes.
• Lead or support strategic initiatives such as pricing changes, sales plays, or customer lifecycle programs.

• Act as a trusted advisor to GTM leaders, providing objective insights and support for data-driven decisions.
• Ensure alignment between Sales, Customer Success, and cross-functional teams.
• Help create scalable frameworks for communication, forecasting, and performance reviews.

• Experience in strategy, sales operations, business operations, management consulting, or similar.
• Experience working with Sales teams in a B2B SaaS or tech environment.
• Strong analytical skills; advanced Excel/Google Sheets, CRM (Salesforce), and BI tools (Looker, Tableau, etc.).
• Excellent project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to dive deep into data and operational details.
• MBA or similar advanced degree a plus, but not required.

• Familiarity with GTM tech stack (e.g., Salesforce, Gainsight, Clari, Outreach).
• Experience supporting Sales operations (e.g., planning, execution, special projects).
• Experience working across multiple business dimensions - solutions, regions, lines of business.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with changing priorities.

• Increased sales productivity and quota attainment
• Clear and actionable performance insights shared regularly
• Scalable processes adopted across GTM teams
• Strong, trusted partnerships with Sales and CS leadership

Internal Mobility at Korn Ferry

If you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.

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Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Before we dive in

If you're the kind of hard-hitting, big-ego, aggressive salesperson who throws their weight around, causes friction, and burns out (or burns bridges) within a year - this isnt the right fit.

Were building something different here. Our people are amazing and the life blood of our incredible business and we owe it to them to hire the right colleague who can inspire, nurture, motivat.

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Before we dive in…

If you're the kind of hard-hitting, big-ego, aggressive salesperson who throws their weight around, causes friction, and burns out (or burns bridges) within a year - this isn’t the right fit. 

We’re building something different here. Our people are amazing and the life blood of our incredible business and we owe it to them to hire the right colleague who can inspire, nurture, motivate and coach them to success the right way. The Croci way…

Ok great… you’re still here… let’s begin…

Ready to shake things up with one of the UK’s most trusted Direct Marketing Agencies?

We don’t do “business as usual.”

We’re on a mission to flip the script on Direct Marketing - ditching outdated tactics in favour of building real trust.

What makes us stand out? We’re the good kind of different.

Personable, not pushy.  Results-driven, not buzzword-obsessed. We deliver big for our clients, and when we win, everyone wins - with juicy rewards across the team.

Right now, we’re on the hunt for a ‘good soul’ who’s super analytical and strategy driven to lead our sales team. It’s a key role at the heart of our development and we’re looking for someone who’s ready to bring the energy, own their role, and grow with us.

The Role at a Glance:
Head of Sales – Business Development / Leadership.
London Office/ Onsite (4 days) 1 Day WFH
£50,000 - £0,000 Base DOE 00,000 OTE
Plus access to Company Vehicle, BUPA health insurance, Employee assistance program, YuLife, Company Loan scheme, potential shares options and more…

Mission: Improve & optimise performance of field / events sales team. Build in accountabilities & motivational drivers.  

Your Skills:  Sales, Sales Strategy, Business development, Team Leadership, Collaboration. Devising & implementing process. Budget Control. Supplier Negotiations.
Direct Reports: 3x Sales & Performance Managers (these guys manage the event sales teams)

A little about us:

We are Croci Collective ! The market’s fastest-growing Direct Marketing Agency to leading consumer and FMCG brands such as HelloFresh, (url removed) and many more!

We are proud of our inclusive culture whilst being selective of the clients we partner with (we only work with brands that share our values).

We are equally as selective with whom we will add to our amazing team of employees, as the role we offer is rewarding not only in pay and experience but also in perks and incentives.

The Head of Sales role:

As Head of Sales, you will play a critical role in shaping how we drive growth across our sales organisation. You will work closely with the Head of Performance as well as the senior leadership team to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans, manage performance frameworks, and bring a data-driven approach to sales planning, forecasting, and enablement.

This is a strategic but hands-on role - ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments and is comfortable balancing high-level thinking with operational execution.

Your Responsibilities Will Span 5 Key Areas:

•    Business Development – Researching, approaching and tendering for new business.
•    Strategy and Planning - Developing and executing annual, quarterly and monthly sales strategies to ensure targets are met
•    Leading a high performing sales team – Managing the S&P team in terms of all monthly and weekly admin, placing individuals according to their strengths for maximum impact, leading sales forecasting and using that data to implement and improve sales processes.
•    Cross-functional Collaboration - Collaborating with relevant departments on conversion insights and campaign alignment, partnering with Finance on budgeting and ROI tracking, and working with Managers to ensure client-aligned sales strategies

A bit about you:

•    5+ years’ experience in a senior sales strategy, sales operations and/or business development role
•    Background in events environments is preferred 
•    Strong analytical skills with a command of data tools (Excel, CRM platforms, reporting tools)
•    Experience leading or collaborating on sales planning, forecasting, and team management
•    Proven ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a growing business
•    Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills

If you're fired up by the idea of leading with purpose, coaching with heart, and delivering results that speak louder than buzzwords -then this might just be your next big move.

We’re not looking for someone to fill a seat - we’re after someone to set the tone, lift the team, and help write the next chapter of Croci’s success story.

Ready to roll up your sleeves, make your mark, and have a bl**dy good time doing it?

Apply now - let’s build something brilliant together.

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