Victoria McLean

Victoria McLean is the Founder and CEO of award-winning international consultancy, City CV, and Hanover Outplacement Solutions, with a strong dedication to guiding organizations and professionals through career transition and development.

With a background in global recruitment, including roles at Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, Victoria leveraged her experience to establish City CV in 2009, growing it from a kitchen table startup to an international career consultancy known for its end-to-end career management services.

Victoria collaborates closely with boards and HR leaders on talent, redundancy, retention, DEI, and employer branding issues, while providing support to employees through bespoke programs and the Career Refinery portal & app.

Under her leadership, the team at City CV and Hanover Outplacement Solutions strives to empower job seekers and assist companies in protecting their most valuable asset - their people.

Victoria McLean is a renowned figure in career development, featured in various leading media outlets and serving as an international keynote speaker.

Passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, she actively engages with women and minority groups to accelerate their careers, refine their personal brand, overcome challenges like imposter syndrome, and shatter glass ceilings.

When not immersed in the world of career advancement, Victoria enjoys the tranquility of Kent countryside living, indulging in activities like walking with her Labrador, Stand Up Paddleboarding, DJing, and exploring culinary delights as an aspiring gourmet chef.

Victoria McLean's wealth of experience, coupled with her passion for empowering individuals and organizations, makes her a prominent figure in the professional development and outplacement industry.