About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: Corporate - SAN DIEGO, CA 92122Salary Range: $110.00 - $200.00 HourlyConsulting Chief People Officer (CPO)
The Consulting Chief People Officer role leads with business impact and outcomes with a specialization in people strategy. This role blends advanced strategy expertise in human resources, talent capability, and organizational development with strong client engagement and business growth capabilities. The Consulting CPO acts as a trusted advisor to client executives and Boards, delivering strategic guidance on business outcomes through people operations, culture transformation, workforce planning, and mergers/acquisitions, and successful HR technology integrations.
This position is ideal for a senior HR leader who thrives in small-mid-sized markets with varied sectors, adapts to different organizational cultures, and excels at delivering client value while driving the firm’s growth.
Areas of Accountability
CPO Consulting (75%)
Engagement Management (10%)
Client Management (5%)
Admin/Training (5%)
Networking (5%)
Outcomes
Achieve set annual billable utilization rate.
Meet established annual client retention goals.
Manage set engagement profit margin targets.
Expand client engagements when opportunities arise.
Serve as subject matter expert for business development and sales teams.
Key Responsibilities
Client Service & Delivery
Serve as advisor or fractional CPO for multiple clients across diverse sectors.
Lead the development and execution of people and talent strategies aligned with client business objectives.
Oversee and enhance HR operations, including talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, and workforce planning.
Provide strategic guidance on organizational structure, cultural transformation, change management, and risk mitigation in people practices.
Develop and use predictive workforce analytics and data-driven insights to inform organizational development and talent management decisions.
Lead and oversee HR technology and software integrations, ensuring seamless implementation and optimization of people systems.
Advise and work directly with client Boards on people strategy, governance, and organizational performance.
Act as engagement manager—owning project delivery, profitability, and team leadership within client engagements.
Train and mentor client HR teams to strengthen people operations and talent management capabilities.
Continually advise on and implement HR best practices for client organizations.
Identify and implement process improvements in HR and people operations to boost organizational effectiveness.
Advise clients through merger/acquisition strategy through due diligence and post-integration stages.
Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, courtesy, and ethics in all client and internal interactions.
Business Development
Collaborate with partners to identify and pursue new client opportunities in people operations and HR advisory.
Participate in proposal development, client pitches, and presentations focused on HR and organizational development solutions.
Leverage professional network to generate leads and referrals within the HR and talent management space.
Act as a thought leader through content creation, speaking engagements, and industry events to enhance brand visibility in HR and people operations.
QualificationsSkills
Exceptional leadership and team development capabilities, with proven ability to coach and mentor HR professionals at all levels.
Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills within the field of people operations.
Strong executive presence and superior communication and presentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple client engagements and thrive in fast-paced, evolving organizational environments.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, Psychology, or related field; advanced credentials such as MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or similar preferred.
15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience with prior Chief People Officer or senior HR executive roles.
Previous experience in a consulting firm, professional services firm, or client-facing advisory HR capacity is required.
Proven experience leading HR technology implementations, software integrations, and people systems upgrades.
Demonstrated success in both client service delivery and business development in the HR domain.
All duties and responsibilities listed above are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All requirements indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability necessary for proficient job performance. This job description is not exhaustive; the employee may be asked to perform other duties as assigned.
Other facts
About PBO Advisory Group
At PBO Advisory Group, we assess, outsource, and advise in the areas of accounting & finance, human resources, human capital consulting, and business operations to increase efficiencies and profitability, and help organizations reach their short- and long-term goals. We have successfully improved the way organizations run for more than 10 years and are proud of the differences we have made for our clients throughout the U.S. and internationally.
Assess: Our professionals provide in-depth analysis to assess what your organization is doing well and where improvements can be made in the areas of accounting, foundational HR, and business continuity. We review people, processes, and systems and make recommendations that align with your business goals.
Outsource: Our diverse skill sets in the areas of accounting and HR allow our team to fill interim employment gaps or serve as your entire outsourced department, remotely or onsite. We also provide fractional Chief Financial Officers and Chief People Officers.
Advise: We counsel organizations during all phases of the business cycle, from start-up to M&A, in the areas of accounting & finance, human capital consulting, and operations. We employ scalable solutions that focus on efficiency and profitability while meeting the unique needs of each client.
We also work with clients in navigating the Employee Retention Tax Credit program to receive tax refunds.
PBO Advisory works in a wide range of industries, including construction & related services, life science, manufacturing & distribution, nonprofit, private school, professional services, retail, and technology.
We continually make significant internal organizational and business changes to keep our competitive edge and to meet the ever-changing needs of our clients.
Our unique approach, combined with our dedication to quality, integrity, and excellence, is what differentiates PBO Advisory Group from other firms.
What you'll do
- The Consulting Chief People Officer serves as an advisor to multiple clients, leading the development and execution of people and talent strategies. They oversee HR operations and provide strategic guidance on organizational structure and cultural transformation.
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