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🚨 Tarka Talent's 2025 Salary & Benefits Report is here! How did the UK consulting sector fare in 2024? Our Salary & Benefits Report is now live and uncovers key trends shaping salaries, hiring, and retention. Here’s a sneak peek at what we uncovered: ▪️55% of consultants secured a pay rise – with an average increase of 8.3% ▪️69% landed a bonus – but how generous were they? ▪️Big consultancies felt the squeeze – 48% hired fewer people than planned, while 45% made redundancies 2024 was a year of two halves. Economic turbulence in H1 slowed hiring, but by the second half, falling interest rates and election clarity brought renewed consulting activity. So, what does this mean for 2025? Where are salaries heading next? And how are firms responding to shifting market conditions? Get the full picture. Download the report now: https://lnkd.in/e8v5ajSD #Consulting #SalaryTrends #HiringInsights

“I don’t know that AI change is fundamentally different… but the consequences might be.” In this clip from the latest Tarka Talks Consulting, Chris Tomlinson, MD of Muuto Consulting, shares his take on AI and why the real challenge won’t just be tech, it’ll be the organisational change that comes with it. We get into:  ✔️ Why AI transformation mirrors previous waves of change ✔️ What makes this one potentially more profound ✔️ Where consultancies can add real value to clients navigating it Listen to the full episode here 🎙 https://lnkd.in/epAfRzgM  #AI #transformation #consulting #podcast

Alchemmy, an award-winning strategy and transformation consultancy, had big growth ambitions and needed top-tier talent to strengthen their leadership team and consulting function. Tarka Talent stepped in with a targeted recruitment strategy, placing nine high-caliber candidates across the business, including key Executive Director hires and Security Cleared consultants. Swipe through our case study to see how we helped Alchemmy attract, hire, and grow 👉 📢 Do you need expert support to build your team? Let’s chat: https://lnkd.in/eir8bqu3 #CaseStudy #ExecutiveSearch #HiringSuccess

Welcome back to another episode of Tarka Talks where Richard Longstreet is joined by Chris Tomlinson (“Tommo”), Managing Director of Muuto Consulting. In this episode, we cover: ✅ How AI is actually being adopted inside consultancies ✅ Why transformation is about people first, tech second ✅ The cultural edge smaller firms have over larger players ✅ What Muuto looks for in new hires as it continues to grow If you’re in a smaller consultancy, or thinking about joining one, this one’s for you. 🎙 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/e7mGH7q4 #consulting #leadership #boutiqueconsulting #podcast 

Our recent Salary Report reveals a shift in candidate priorities: more professionals are focusing on their base salary over potential bonuses. But what about you? If you had to choose, which would you prioritise? 👇 🔹 Higher base salary 🔹 Bigger bonus potential 🔹 Better benefits & perks 🔹 Work-life balance Let us know your thoughts in our #poll Download the full Salary Report here for exclusive insights: https://lnkd.in/eFde3xSb #SalaryReport #ConsultingCareers #HiringTrends

"Get into the mentality of business cases." When should a boutique consultancy bring in finance support? Before you think you need it. In our latest episode of Tarka Talks Consulting, Karen Thomas-Bland shares her advice for founders looking to scale, covering everything from hiring your first Finance lead to spinning up smart, low-cost development initiatives. ▪️ The role of the board before PE ▪️ Why your Finance hire might be your most unpopular, but most essential ▪️ Creative ways to invest in your team (without breaking the bank) Catch the full conversation here 🎧 https://lnkd.in/etXc3jDp #Consulting #ScalingUp #BoutiqueConsulting #Podcast

Our 2024 Salary Report reveals a shift in priorities 👇 “We have seen an increase in candidates focusing on their base salary and paying less attention to a potential bonus.” While bonuses remain common, particularly in larger firms, there’s a clear trend of professionals prioritising a guaranteed, stable salary over variable compensation. 📥 Download the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eFde3xSb #Consulting #SalaryTrends #Hiring

Welcome back to Tarka Talks Consulting. In this episode, Richard Longstreet is joined by board advisor and transformation expert Karen Thomas-Bland Bland to explore the culture, career appeal, and investor interest driving the growth of boutique firms, and how they can scale. In this episode, Karen also shares what she looks for in senior hires: ➡️ Entrepreneurial drive ➡️ Founder fit ➡️ The ability to thrive without a big machine behind you 🎧 Full episode live now https://lnkd.in/etXc3jDp #Consulting #Leadership #Podcast 

We are working in partnership with one of the UK’s top Leadership consultancies to hire a Director to join the senior leadership team as the firm scales. Internationally renowned in the private equity industry, this boutique firm are specialists in CEO leadership and executive coaching for both PE and their portfolios. Profile Overview:  ✅ Recognised expert in the leadership advisory space ✅ Key client development and engagement experience  ✅ Entrepreneurial and interested in shaping the development and future of the firm     If you tick these boxes, get in touch with David Wall:  ✉️ david@tarkatalent.co.uk   Or click here to find out more and apply: 🖱 https://lnkd.in/ejVjsEHP   #Director #PrivateEquity #JobOpportunity

🎙️ “It’s not just about progression, it’s about the culture that enables it.” In this clip from Tarka Talks Consulting, we explore why many women in consulting are choosing to leave the Big Four in favour of boutique firms. From greater flexibility to clearer visibility and support at senior levels, boutique consultancies are offering something that’s often harder to find in larger firms: a culture that truly reflects modern ambition. Listen to the full episode with Samuel Temperton and Megan Nicholas on Spotify now 🎧 https://lnkd.in/et8AvvEf 📥 Download the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eFde3xSb #TarkaTalks #WomenInConsulting #CultureMatters