Suggestions
James Raley
Principal & Consumer Markets Lead at Heidrick Consulting - Leadership Advisory - Executive Assessment & Development - Culture Shaping - Org Transformation - Digital Acceleration
James Raley is a dedicated leader with 19 years of experience in Talent Consulting, including 10 years at the Director level in multi-national companies, operating across Europe, The Americas, Africa, and Asia.
His industry expertise covers Consumer & Retail, Government, Oil & Gas, Professional Services, Logistics, Aviation, Utilities, Telecommunications, Financial Services, Pharmaceuticals, Hospitality, and Security.
He has successfully managed diverse HR and Talent projects valued up to $20 million simultaneously, with a track record of team leadership, ranging from teams of 5 to 70 full-time staff.
With a focus on Business Leadership, Programme & Project Management, Commercial Acumen, and the complete Talent Lifecycle, James excels in areas such as Psychometrics & Sifting Tools, Observed Behaviour Assessment, Leadership Development, and Competency Frameworks.
His educational background includes studies in Prince2 Practitioner, IMC, International Business Studies with Spanish, and additional coursework at various institutions.
Having held roles at prominent organizations such as Heidrick & Struggles, PSI Services LLC, Cubiks, and others, James has demonstrated expertise in Commercial Operations and Business Development, delivering year-on-year growth in revenue, profit, client base, and service offerings.
As a transparent and supportive consultant, he emphasizes exceeding expectations and driving team performance, ensuring continuous development for sustainable success.