Strategic Advisor V (Principal)

Position: Senior Manager Consultant Type: Contract Job Location: US Remote Travel Expectations: 20% travel; includes international travel as required. Duration: July 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026 Compensation: Salary range for this contingent worker position is $109,000 to $156,700 About Us Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Our mission is to help every place become a Great Place To Work® for all. We give leaders and organizations the recognition and tools to create a consistently and overwhelmingly positive employee experience, fostering cultures that are proven to drive business, improve lives, and better society. Our recognition is the most coveted and respected in the world for elevating employer brands to attract the right people. Our proprietary methodology and platform enable organizations to truly capture, analyze, and understand the experience of all employees. Our groundbreaking research empowers organizations to build cultures that retain talent and unlock the potential of every employee. Our coaches, content, and community connect the boldest leaders, ideas, and innovations in employee experience. Since 1992, our Certification™, Best Workplaces™ Lists, and global benchmarks have become the industry standard, built on data from more than 100 million employees in 150 countries around the world. In 2021, Great Place To Work® was acquired by UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group.) As a leading global provider of HCM, payroll, HR service delivery, and workforce management solutions, UKG believes organizations succeed when they focus on their people. While Great Place To Work® will continue operating independently within the UKG family, our research and insights will help UKG differentiate its best-in-class HR, talent, and workforce management technology, and together we'll support every workplace to become great. UKG has 15,000 employees around the globe and is known for its inclusive and supportive workplace culture and best-in-class rewards and benefits. Both UKG and Great Place To Work® are leading the change on what it means to be a Great Place To Work® for all, and we are proud to be Certified™ great workplaces! About the Role: Great Place To Work® is seeking a highly experienced consulting professional to support our Advisory Services on a contract basis. This role is designed for a consulting leader who can independently lead high-impact client engagements, serve as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, and deliver exceptional client experiences through strong project leadership, strategic thinking, and deep organizational expertise. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of leading complex engagements, navigating ambiguity, aligning stakeholders, and translating insights into practical recommendations that drive meaningful business and people outcomes. We are seeking a senior-level consultant with a proven track record of hands-on execution as well as leading high-performing teams in client delivery as well. As with all team members, this person is passionate about Great Place To Work’s For All mission, embodies our values, and elevates the quality and impact of our advisory services. Key Responsibilities: Independently lead and manage complex consulting engagements and executive-level workstreams, serving as a trusted advisor to mid- and senior-level stakeholders while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality, executive-ready outcomes. Advise clients using Great Place To Work’s research, frameworks, and point of view, as well as expertise in organizational strategy, people analytics, leadership development, and employee experience, to deliver strategic recommendations tailored to client business priorities and context. Synthesize complex quantitative and qualitative information into clear, compelling insights, narratives, presentations, and recommendations that drive informed decision-making and meaningful organizational action. Accountable for delivering exceptional client experiences through proactive communication, stakeholder alignment, and strong collaboration across client and internal teams. Own strategic initiatives in support of the Advisory Services leader, including sales proposals, executive presentations, and other high-priority business initiatives. Facilitate executive discussions, workshops, focus groups, and strategic working sessions with confidence, credibility, and strong executive presence. Effectively deliver work through others by providing project-based coaching, sharing expertise, and ensuring project team members are equipped to successfully meet client and engagement objectives. Ensure all deliverables and client-facing outputs meet the highest standards for quality, strategic insight, clarity, and actionable recommendations. Effectively deliver work through others and seamlessly toggle between client-facing roles and hands-on execution. 20% travel; includes international travel as required. Required Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in organizational consulting, leadership advisory, human capital consulting, industrial organizational psychology, or a related professional services environment 5+ years of experience leading medium-to-complex consulting engagements end-to-end 5+ years of management experience including leading matrixed, cross-functional teams with a strong track record of delivering excellence and developing others through coaching, feedback, and delegation Experience partnering closely with executives as a trusted thought partner or liaison Strong executive communication and storytelling skills, including experience building senior-level presentations and facilitating strategic conversations. Team player who can effectively toggle between leader and follower, between owner and contributor, and between mainstage and backstage roles as required to achieve desired outcomes. Ability to work independently with minimal ramp-up or oversight. Alignment with Great Place to Work® Values, guiding behaviors, and Mission U.S.-based only position All job descriptions are written to accurately reflect the open job and include general work responsibilities. They do not present a comprehensive, detailed inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed if or when circumstances change. The pay range for this position is $109,000 to $156,700. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and work location. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible to participate in a performance-based bonus plan and to receive restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. As a contract position, this role is not eligible for company benefits, bonus plans, or equity awards. Learn more about UKG’s benefits and rewards at https://www.ukg.com/about-us/careers/benefits Benefits (Full-Time Employees Only) Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help full-time employees thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. Information about our comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on the careers site at https://www.ukg.com/careers . Equal Opportunity Employer Great Place To Work is an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create and foster a Great Place To Work For All. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster Great Place To Work/UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email [email protected].