Principal - Talent Strategy and Transformation
Zinnov
| Company | Zinnov |
| Category | HR & Recruiting |
| Location | Koramangala |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Lead |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
About Zinnov
Zinnov is a global management consulting firm that helps organizations make decisions that actually get used — and deliver results that matter. For over two decades, we’ve partnered with leading enterprises, high-growth technology companies, and investors to answer some of the toughest questions they face:
Where should we invest?
How do we scale globally?
What capabilities will win in the next decade?
Our work shapes market entry strategies, global operating models, M&A decisions, and long-term growth bets. We’re known for being data-led, execution-focused, and outcome-driven — not opinion-heavy slideware.
At Zinnov, how you work matters as much as what you deliver. We value independent thinking, crisp communication, and early ownership. With 450+ professionals across 10 global offices, we work across industries including Digital Services, ER&D, Enterprise Software, Semiconductors, Healthcare, BFSI, Automotive, Media & Telecom, and Private Equity.
Zinnov isn’t for everyone. It’s for people who want steep learning curves, honest feedback, and the chance to see their work influence real business decisions — not just presentations. Location: Bangalore Experience: 10+ years
About the Role
As a Senior Engagement Manager / Principal , you will lead end-to-end consulting engagements focused on Talent Strategy and Workforce Transformation. You will work closely with CHROs, Talent Leaders, Business Leaders, and GCC executives to address complex people-related business challenges through structured analysis, market insights, and actionable recommendations.
This role is designed for an experienced consulting leader who can confidently engage senior stakeholders, lead multidisciplinary consulting teams, and drive predictable outcomes across multiple engagements. In addition to delivery, you will contribute to business development, solutioning, capability building, and the continued growth of Zinnov's India Consulting Parctice
What You'll Do
Talent Strategy Consulting
Lead consulting engagements across areas such as:
Total Rewards Strategy
Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking
Workforce Strategy & Planning
Talent Operating Models
Skills & Capability Development
Leadership & Succession Strategy
Organization Design
Employee Value Proposition
HR Operating Model Transformation
Workforce Productivity & Effectiveness
Talent Analytics
AI led talent and workforce strategy
Develop strategic recommendations that help organizations build scalable and future-ready talent capabilities.
End-to-End Engagement Leadership
Own project delivery across multiple consulting engagements, including scope, timelines, quality, budgets, and stakeholder management.
Translate complex business challenges into structured consulting workstreams.
Drive analytical rigor and ensure executive-ready client deliverables.
Manage risks, dependencies, and project governance throughout the engagement lifecycle.
Research & Insight Development
Lead primary and secondary research to establish strong evidence-based recommendations.
Benchmark industry practices, talent models, and workforce strategies.
Synthesize quantitative and qualitative insights into actionable business recommendations.
Review and elevate team outputs into executive-level narratives.
Client & Stakeholder Management
Build trusted relationships with CHROs, HR Leaders, Business Leaders, and GCC executives.
Facilitate workshops, steering committee meetings, and executive presentations.
Align stakeholders across functions and geographies to drive informed decision-making.
Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and support long-term partnerships.
Business Development & Solutioning
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