Consultant, Talent Solutions - Career Transition Coach

Gallagher•Montreal, QC

44d

About The Position

At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher. We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! We currently have an existing vacancy within our organization, so, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Consultant Talent Solutions – Career Transition Coach. This unique role combines expert coaching delivery with strategic HR consultation to serve both our career transition participants and our corporate clients. In this role, you will provide personalized coaching and guidance to individuals navigating career transitions while also leveraging your HR expertise to support our corporate clients with HR services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in career transition coaching, career development, coaching, presentation skills, and human resources, with the ability to effectively engage and support individuals in their career journeys while providing strategic HR guidance to organizations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, or a related field
Minimum 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, including expertise in areas such as talent management, organizational development, employee relations, or HR strategy
Proven experience as a career coach, transition specialist, or related coaching role
Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency in using virtual meeting platforms and multimedia tools for remote presentations
Knowledge of career development theories, job search strategies, and labor market trends
Deep understanding of HR principles, employment law, and organizational best practices
Ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients, providing empathetic and non-judgmental support
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications in career coaching, HR (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP), or related areas
Experience providing HR services to multiple organizations
Experience in outplacement, career services, or workforce development
Demonstrated ability to create compelling written and multimedia content

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one coaching sessions to individuals undergoing career transitions including job search, career change, redeployment, retirement, and those returning to the workforce
Assess clients' skills, interests, and goals to develop personalized career transition plans
Offer guidance on resume writing, interview preparation, networking strategies, and job search techniques
Support clients in identifying and overcoming obstacles and challenges during their career transition process
Provide ongoing support and accountability to ensure clients stay motivated and on track toward their career goals
Available for onsite coaching and support as needed
Develop and deliver engaging presentations on various career-related topics, both in-person and virtually
Adapt presentation content and delivery style to meet the needs of different audiences, including individuals, groups, and organizations
Utilize multimedia tools and technology to enhance the effectiveness of virtual presentations
Encourage audience participation and interaction through activities, discussions, and Q&A sessions
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in career development and incorporate them into presentations
Ability to create content for career transition, have the ability to develop and create high-quality written and visual content
Develop articles, blog posts, guides, and multimedia resources that provide valuable insights and guidance to individuals going through career transitions
Provide fractional HR services to corporate clients, including talent management strategy, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning guidance
Advise clients on HR best practices, compliance considerations, and employee relations matters
Support clients with talent acquisition strategies, performance management frameworks, and succession planning
Consult on organizational restructuring, change management, and workforce transition initiatives
Conduct HR assessments and provide recommendations for improving organizational effectiveness
Partner with corporate clients to design and implement talent development and retention strategies
Stay current on employment law, HR trends, and industry best practices to provide informed consultation
Establish and maintain strong relationships with customers, clients, colleagues, and industry professionals
Collaborate with other team members to ensure a seamless and comprehensive career transition support system
Network and attend industry events to expand professional connections and stay informed about market trends
Act as a brand ambassador, promoting the organization's services and expertise to potential clients and partners

Benefits

Assurance médicale et dentaire flexible pour répondre aux besoins de votre foyer
Options d'assurance vie, assurance vie des personnes à charge et assurance décès et mutilation
Épargne-retraite incluant un REER avec cotisations de contrepartie de l'entreprise, un CELI, un régime de retraite et plus encore
Régime d'actionnariat des employés
Remboursement des frais d'études
Programmes d'aide aux employés
Abonnement à prix réduit à un centre de conditionnement physique (GoodLife Fitness)
Possibilité d'aménagements de travail flexibles
Congés de maladie et congés personnels payés
Programme de reconnaissance de la formation des employés
Programme de prime de recommandation des employés