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At IGD,  we’re  proud to be a Great Place to Work, where our people are empowered to grow, inspired to lead and ready to make a difference. At the heart of that experience is how we attract, welcome, and support new colleagues to join us. That’s  where you come in. We’re  looking for a  Head of Consulting  who is passionate about Leadership.  Leading a team of consultants, leading the thinking for the industry, and leading the development of a critical commercial product for IGD. The purpose of the Consulting team at IGD is to own the product plan and strategy for Consulting by creating and developing compelling propositions, delivering high-quality consulting projects, and co-creating tailored solutions that meet customer needs in close collaboration with clients and the IGD Insights team. The team is also responsible for developing intellectual property through robust knowledge and processes that underpin Consulting products, while building the capability and supporting the ongoing personal development of the Consulting team. You’ll  be a proven team leader who can elevate and energise the Consulting team, nurturing talent while holding the team to account and modelling the behaviours we value at IGD.  You’ll  take ownership of IGD’s consulting proposition, leading its continued evolution and growth to  maintain  competitive advantage and ensure we continue to delight our clients. What  you’ll  do Leading a supercharged Consulting team • Responsible for the team that delivers Consulting projects • Own the development of the team, developing their capability • Set clear roles & responsibilities across team and between teams • Set and role model the culture and IGD behaviours with the team • Own resource plans and requirements,  structure  and recruitment Working in partnership across the organisation to identify  opportunities and create and deliver solutions to solve our clients’ challenge • Drive collaboration with broader IGD colleagues to unlock commercial success for Consulting • Create personalised Solutions to client problems or opportunities • Client-facing delivery to leadership team level • Act as an ambassador for IGD externally and promote IGD’s capability • Strong external network that supports lead generation and client insights • Guardian of product quality, setting &  maintaining  standards Owning and developing the inspiring Consulting products we take to market • Set the long-term strategy and product vision for IGD Consulting, that are relevant and client-led • Develop a programme of product innovation, to generate new IP and profitable revenues for IGD’s long-term success • Assess competitor developments and implications for IGD Accountable for the P&L of the consulting business unit • Sets processes to ensure pipeline, income, resource  allocation  and profit are actively managed • Manage risk, mitigating actions and good governance in all operating practices • Sets processes to ensure pipeline, income, resource  allocation  and profit are actively managed What  we’re  looking for • Extensive experience of, and passion for, the food & consumer goods industry • Commercial acumen and a growth mindset - an ability to create commercial opportunities and deliver maximum value • Deep understanding of the commercial interface between retailers & manufacturers • Leadership experience in B2B consultancy or advisory services • Proven  track record  in managing and developing high performing teams • A collaborative approach in all you do, with a partnership mindset and the ability to build outstanding cross-functional relationships • Great presenting and customer engagement skills, who is credible at board level • Someone who is values led in how they operate • A dynamic individual, who is self-motivated and driven The rewards We offer a range of benefits, including a market leading pension, a bonus scheme, the ability to buy and sell annual leave plus a generous medical insurance package. You will have a great work-life balance, where you are empowered & trusted to manage your time. The location We are   operating   a hybrid approach to working with a mix of home and office-based working. We are based in a very accessible location within the M25, just 20 miles from   C entral London . Our behaviours We're hungry for better We solve it together We make it happen We say what needs to be said More about our people We’re   looking for inspiring professionals; talented people who   seek   personal and career growth and are ambitious to develop their potential and unlock opportunities for society, for our   clients   and themselves. We   seek   and attract the   very best   people and create an environment that supports and includes them. We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their contribution. We welcome applications from diverse candidates.   P lease discuss any adjustments that you may   require   throughout the   selection   and assessment process. More about IGD We are a strategic   insight foresight and learning organisation. Here to unite the industry and   benefit society. We invest all our profit into Social Impact. We foster collaboration through a broad range of forums, bringing together businesses, policymakers, and thought leaders. By   providing   evidence-based insights, credible research, and strategic foresight, we help organisations make informed decisions that   benefit   their operations   and   contribute to the collective good of society.