Senior Talent Technology Consultant 3-Month Contract

Company Description Quantum Work Advisory, a dynamic and innovative subsidiary of Allegis Group, specializes in workforce technology and workforce transformation advisory services. Supported by Allegis Group's 40-year legacy and $15 billion in revenues, we are committed to transforming workforce strategies and enhancing organizational performance. Learn more at quantumwork.com. OUR COMMITMENT We are dedicated to helping organizations design and execute workforce transformation. By leveraging the power of design thinking, AI, and automation, we create seamless, enjoyable digital experiences that make technology work for you - not the other way around. Our innovative, people-first design methodology ensures that we deliver transformational services tailored to meet your unique workforce needs. OUR APPROACH | DESIGN THINKING Our experienced consultants utilize journey mapping and "how might we?" frameworks to scientifically validate our strategic choices. By fostering user empathy, we enhance workforce collaboration and the execution of your digital transformation strategy. Job Description The Senior Talent Technology Consultant is a consulting-led, client-facing role responsible for advising enterprise clients on talent technology strategy, architecture, and transformation. This role is deliberately design, advisory, and outcomes-focused, rather than hands-on system configuration or build. You will support the delivery of client engagements across strategy, assessment, roadmap definition, and solution design, helping clients make informed decisions on how to implement, integrate, and optimize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), CRM platforms, and adjacent talent technologies. A core component of the role is advising executives on AI, agentic, and automation opportunities and how these can be responsibly embedded into the talent ecosystem to solve real business problems. Key Responsibilities Client Advisory & Consulting Leadership + Serve as a trusted advisor to senior HR, Talent, and IT stakeholders on talent technology strategy and transformation + Lead and deliver tech workstreams and engagements focused on current-state assessments, future-state design, business case development, and multi-year roadmaps + Apply structured consulting problem-solving to translate business challenges into technology-enabled solutions + Prepare and deliver executive-ready materials, insights, and recommendations that support decision-making at C-suite and VP levels Talent Technology Strategy & Ecosystem Design + Advise clients on the selection, implementation approach, and optimization of enterprise ATS and CRM platforms, including Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Eightfold, Phenom, and related technologies + Design integrated talent technology ecosystems spanning core platforms and point solutions (e.g., HiredScore, Paradox, assessments, experience platforms, analytics tools) + Guide clients on operating model considerations, governance, and ownership across HR, Talent, IT, and vendors + Support vendor evaluations, RFP/RFx processes, and implementation partner selection Architecture, Integration & Data Advisory + Define and articulate end-to-end conceptual and logical architectures for talent technology ecosystems + Advise on integration strategies, data flows, middleware patterns, and scalability considerations (without owning technical configuration) + Partner with client IT teams and vendors to ensure alignment between intended architecture and implementation reality + Simplify complex technical trade-offs into clear, business-oriented recommendations AI, Agentic & Automation Enablement + Identify high-value use cases for AI, automation, and agentic capabilities across sourcing, screening, matching, personalization, and workflow efficiency + Advise clients on responsible AI adoption, including governance, risk, data readiness, and compliance considerations + Help shape future-state visions that leverage emerging capabilities to improve recruiter productivity, candidate experience, and talent outcomes Visualization & Executive Communication + Create high-quality, client-ready visual artifacts, including: + Talent technology architecture diagrams + Ecosystem and platform maps + Data flow and integration diagrams + Process maps and future-state workflows + Use visual storytelling to convey complexity clearly and effectively to executive audiences Qualifications + 7+ years of experience in management consulting, talent technology advisory, HR transformation, or related roles + Demonstrated experience advising enterprise clients on ATS, CRM, and talent technology platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Eightfold, Phenom, Avature, SmartRecruiters) + Experience supporting large-scale, multi-country implementations and complex stakeholder environments + Strong consulting background with proven client-facing delivery and executive engagement + Experienced team player working as part of a project delivery team solving complex problems + Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred + Willingness to travel up to 20% Core Skills & Capabilities + Strong understanding of talent acquisition and broader talent operating models + Ability to translate ambiguous business challenges into structured, technology-enabled solutions + Advanced conceptual thinking and solution architecture design skills + High proficiency in creating polished, executive-ready visual artefacts and presentations + Working knowledge of AI, automation, and emerging HR technology trends applied pragmatically + Excellent consulting skills: executive communication, workshop facilitation, influence, and stakeholder management + Familiarity with Agile, Design Thinking, and modern consulting delivery methodologies + Solid understanding of data privacy, security, and regulatory considerations (e.g., GDPR, EEOC Additional Information Per Pay Transparency Acts: The range for this position is $70-90/hour The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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