Succession Planning Consultant

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Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Be the First to Apply Job Description Internal Job Title: Succession & Talent Management Consultant Business:Lucy Group Ltd Location: Oxford, UK Job Reference No: 4417 Lucy Group is seeking a Succession & Talent Management Consultant to support the implementation of structured succession planning and talent management that align with business strategy. This role will focus on designing, implementing, and evaluating the effectiveness of our succession planning process and talent management approach working closely with the Global Head of Leadership, Development and Coaching to align training programmes that support skills development, career pathways, leadership growth, and compliance requirements. Job Context We are looking for a highly organised, data driven L&D professional who can enhance and implement our global succession planning processes and talent management approach within the Centre of Excellence (CoE). This role will report to and support the Global Head of Leadership, Development & Coaching and will form part of the Lucy Groups HR CoE based from our head office in Oxford. Job Dimensions This is a hybrid role working from the Oxford office or out at one of our UK site 2-3 days per week. The role reports directly to the Global Head of Leadership, Development & Coaching. The role will support global succession and talent management processes working through the HRBP community. Key Accountabilities These will include:
Review Current Succession Planning Approach and Data
Assess existing processes, tools, and data quality. Identify gaps and opportunities for improvement. Provide recommendations for alignment with best practices.
Design Structure and Process for Succession Planning
Develop a clear, scalable framework for succession planning. Define roles, responsibilities, and governance. Create supporting documentation and templates.
Support HR Business Partners in Delivery and Implementation
Provide guidance and training to HRBPs on the new process. Assist in embedding succession planning into business unit priorities. Ensure consistency and compliance across regions.
Collaborate with Global Head of Leadership, Development & Coaching
Co-design integration points with leadership development programs. Align succession planning with talent development and future leader initiatives. Support communication and change management activities.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
Proven experience and track record in talent management and succession planning at a global level. Ability to design and implement global HR processes. Familiarity with leadership development, job family frameworks and best practices. Experience in using HRIS and or Talent Management data systems.
Desired Experience:
Korn Ferry competency framework. Manufacturing or engineering environments. Data Collection and Analysis Planning and Organising Tech Savvy Communicates Effectively Manages Complexity Develops Talent
About Us Lucy Group Ltd is the parent company of all Lucy Group companies. The Group is on a mission to improve people’s lives with intelligent power, smart lighting and sustainable homes. Since its origins in Oxford, UK, over 200 years ago, the group has grown and diversified. Through various businesses, today we employ around 1800 people worldwide across five continents and has a turnover exceeding £400m. Job Info
Job Identification ATR0004417 Job Category Human Resources Posting Date 01/13/2026, 09:12 AM Job Schedule Full time Locations Eagle Works, Oxford, OX2 6EE, GB (Hybrid)
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