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Great recruitment is never transactional. It’s about understanding the person behind the CV, their strengths, ambitions, and where they want to grow and aligning that with the right opportunity. 👏 A big well done to Megan Nicholas for delivering a thoughtful, tailored, and supportive experience. 📩 If you’re looking for a recruiter who takes the time to truly understand your story and position you for the right roles, we’d love to support your next move. #CandidateSuccess #TarkaTalent

In a recent conversation on career progression, Francesca J., CCO at Crosstide (formerly 101 Ways), shared two powerful principles that have shaped her journey. 1️⃣ Dissect the challenge. Even the difficult moments hold something to learn, and once you identify it, it becomes growth, not setback. 2️⃣ Interview regularly. Not necessarily to leave, but to benchmark yourself. Francesca interviews every year to understand what the market values, where her skill gaps may be, and what her experience is worth, often gaining more direct feedback than internally. If this resonates, we’ve explored these themes, alongside nine other defining lessons, in our latest blog on building a career in transformation and technology leadership: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eb-yuZPK #womeninconsulting #interview #consulting

After months of gathering data, analysing trends, and speaking with consultants and hiring leaders across the market, we’re pleased to launch our latest Salary & Benefits Report. This year’s report goes beyond headline figures. It explores: 🔴 Salary and bonus benchmarks across consulting specialisms  🔴 How company culture, progression and flexibility are shaping career decisions 🔴 The shifting expectations between consultants and employers 🔴 What the data tells us about hiring and retention going into the year ahead Whether you’re a consultant planning your next move or a business reviewing your hiring strategy, this guide is designed to bring clarity to a fast-moving market. 📩 Download the full guide here: https://lnkd.in/eRnRuJfd #SalaryGuide #ConsultingCareers #TarkaTalent

“Focus on the I am rather than the I should.” We recently asked Divya Malhotra, Management Consultant at The Berkeley Partnership, what advice she’d give to women looking to progress in consulting. Her answer? Let go of the rigid five-year plan. So often we measure ourselves against what should be happening: “I should be at this level.” “My peers are doing that, so I should too.” But careers don’t always unfold on schedule. Instead, Divya encourages a shift in focus: Am I happy❔  Am I developing how I want to❔  Am I comfortable with what I’m earning❔ Have a long-term goal, but release the timeline. In support of International Women’s Day (8th March), it’s a powerful reminder that success isn’t built on pressure or comparison. It’s built on “I am.” #Womeninconsulting #consulting #advice

Over the past few months, we’ve been analysing market data, speaking with consultants across different levels, and tracking how priorities are shifting across the industry. Early insights point to clear changes in: 🔴 Salary expectations and bonus structures 🔴 The growing importance of company culture and progression 🔴 How flexibility and role scope are influencing career moves This report is designed to give both consultants and hiring managers a clear, honest view of the market, grounded in real data and real conversations. Keep an eye out for the full release soon. #SalaryGuide #ConsultingCareers #TarkaTalent #MarketInsights

The consulting skill we’ll need most in the next 3 years isn’t AI. It’s the ability to navigate ambiguity. At our recent Women in Consulting event at The Berkeley Partnership, we asked guest speaker Divya Malhotra what she believes will change most in consulting over the next 1–3 years. Her answer was powerful. Yes, AI. Yes, robotics. Yes, technology. But that’s not the real shift. “What I’ve noticed,” she shared, “is that clients aren’t specifically looking for exact outcomes and outputs at this point. There’s a lot more uncertainty about exactly what it is they need support with.” And that changes everything. The consultants who will stand out aren’t just the most technical. They’ll be the ones who can: ✔️ Work confidently in ambiguity ✔️ Help clients define the problem before solving it ✔️ Bring clarity where there isn’t a clear brief ✔️ Stay calm when the path forward isn’t obvious In many ways, this is where consulting becomes less about frameworks — and more about judgement, empathy and leadership. With International Women’s Day being on the 8th March, we’re proud to spotlight women shaping the future of consulting, not just through titles, but through perspective. #womeninconsulting #femaleleaders #consulting

Today, we honour the women who are leading transformation, challenging norms and driving impact across consulting and industry. Your leadership, resilience, and insight are reshaping how organisations think about strategy, technology and change. To the women whose stories inspire: 🔴 The consultants breaking new ground 🔴 The leaders elevating others 🔴 The mentors shaping careers Thank you! 📩 We’re committed to supporting more equitable pathways and to helping women thrive at every stage of their consulting journey. Reach out to us. Learn more on how Tarka Talent supports women in consulting by reading our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/eb-yuZPK #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026 #WomenInConsulting

We hosted an incredible evening with The Berkeley Partnership LLP, bringing together women across consulting, transformation and technology to talk honestly about what it really takes to build a career in this industry. What stood out most? Success in consulting is far less linear and far more human, than we’re often led to believe. Here are some of the key takeaways that stayed with us: 1️⃣ There is no perfectly designed career path. 2️⃣ The mid-career inflection point is real. 3️⃣ Values matter more than titles. 4️⃣ Parenthood builds leadership capability. 5️⃣ Imposter syndrome doesn’t disappear at senior level. 6️⃣ EQ will differentiate the next generation of consulting leaders. Perhaps the most powerful reminder of the evening was this: Careers in transformation are built in conversation, in community, and in moments where we choose to step forward, even when we don’t feel entirely ready. Thank you to our exceptional speakers: Nicola Fage, Divya Malhotra, Francesca J. and Elizabeth Nyman and to everyone who joined us and contributed so openly. If you’re at a career crossroads whether staying in consulting, moving into industry, or exploring something new, you’re not alone in that reflection. We’re always happy to have that conversation. #WomenInConsulting #Transformation

Standing out in consulting is not about doing more, it’s about communicating better. In a market where hiring managers review dozens of profiles a week, clarity and positioning matter more than ever. Here are 3 simple ways to make your profile stand out in Q1: 1️⃣ Lead with impact: Quantify outcomes, not responsibilities 2️⃣ Show direction: Demonstrate how your career is intentionally progressing 3️⃣ Connect dots: Link experience across capability areas (strategy, tech, transformation) Hiring managers in 2026 are prioritising profiles that read like strategic narratives, not bullet lists. 📩 Need help refining your profile for roles that matter? Let’s work on it together. #CareerGuide #ConsultingProfiles #TarkaTalent 

Clear communication, consistent support, and genuine care are what make the recruitment process feel confident rather than stressful. That’s the experience we aim to deliver for every candidate we work with. 📩 If you’re looking for a recruitment partner who keeps you informed, prepared, and supported at every stage, we’re here to help. #CandidateSuccess #TarkaTalent