Associate Principal, Organizational Strategy, Paris

About the position Associate Principal, Organizational Strategy, Paris 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 description Please notes, this role is based in our Paris Office at least 2-3 days per week. You must live within a commutable distance & be able to commit to being in the office every week. Join Korn Ferry's Organizational Strategy Practice in Paris Empower People. Shape Organizations. Drive Lasting Impact. Location: Paris Languages: Fluent in French and English Solution Area: Organizational Strategy Are you a seasoned management consultant passionate about unlocking the full potential of people within organizations? At Korn Ferry, we believe that people are the engine of transformation. In a world of constant change - from digital disruption to evolving workforce expectations - we partner with global leaders to reimagine how work gets done, how organizations are structured, and how cultures are shaped to thrive. We're seeking experienced consultants who bring deep expertise in organizational design, operating models, culture, and job architecture - and who understand that true transformation starts with people. Responsibilities • Lead people-centric transformations that align strategy, structure, and culture - ensuring organizations are fit for the future. • Design operating models and organizational architectures that empower talent, enhance agility, and drive performance. • Translate strategic ambition into human-centered execution, aligning leadership, roles, capabilities, and ways of working. • Shape and embed cultural change, helping organizations evolve their values, behaviors, and employee experience. • Advise C-suite leaders on how to unlock value through their people - becoming a trusted partner in their transformation journey. • Lead and mentor diverse project teams, fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment. • Drive business development, shaping solutions that address clients' most pressing human capital challenges. Requirements • 7-10+ years' experience in top-tier consulting or strategic HR/organizational roles within complex, global organizations. • Proven expertise in organizational design, job architecture, operating model transformation, and cultural change. • A people-first mindset - with a track record of designing solutions that elevate both business outcomes and employee experience. • Strong client leadership skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior executives. • Experience delivering large-scale transformation programs across industries such as Financial Services, Life Sciences, Technology, Industrial, or Public Sector. • Exceptional analytical, facilitation, and project management capabilities. • Commercial acumen and the ability to shape and grow client relationships. • Fluent in French and English Nice-to-haves • A relevant advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Organizational Psychology, Human Capital Strategy) is preferred. Apply To this Job Company : Korn/Ferry International Salary : Full-time  

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