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Careers @ Distinctions

At Distinctions, we believe healthier workplaces create better outcomes for people, organisations and society. We partner with organisations across Ireland to develop leaders, strengthen teams and build workplace cultures where people can thrive. Our work combines executive coaching, team coaching, leadership development and bespoke organisational programmes grounded in evidence-based practice.


With 15+years in business and a team of over twenty subject matter experts, Distinctions is a trusted partner for organisations that value human-centred growth and purposeful leadership. We design interventions aligned with real business needs, ensuring meaningful outcomes.  

Strategic Business Growth Partner

Key Responsibilities

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an experienced, commercially minded HR/L&D leader to work alongside our founder to help shape the next phase of the business.  Our clients are senior leaders who are looking for trusted partners to help them address complex organisational challenges. Success comes through understanding leadership, organisational development and culture.

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You’ll work closely with the CEO to identify opportunities, develop relationships, design client solutions and convert opportunities into long-term partnerships. You’ll also contribute strategically to the future direction of the business and, for the right person, there is potential for longer-term equity participation.

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Part-time | Flexible | Remote/Hybrid | Ireland

Key Deliverables 

  • Build and develop relationships with senior decision-makers across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

  • Lead consultative business development conversations.

  • Translate organisational challenges into coaching and leadership development solutions.

  • Work with our coaching and facilitator team to shape high-quality proposals.

  • Develop strategic partnerships and referral relationships.

  • Support marketing and thought leadership activities.

  • Help shape the commercial strategy and future growth of Distinctions.

Experience and Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will bring:

  • Significant experience in business development, consulting or client partnerships.

  • A strong understanding of organisational development, leadership or people development.

  • Experience working with senior executives and leadership teams.

  • Credibility in consultative conversations around culture, leadership and organisational performance.

  • Commercial acumen balanced with a collaborative, values-driven approach.

  • Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.

  • The ability to work independently while enjoying being part of a small, ambitious team.

  • Experience in executive coaching, HR, organisational psychology, learning and development or consulting would be particularly valuable.

  • Relevant third-level qualification

What We Offer

Part-time | Flexible | Remote/Hybrid | Ireland

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  • A collaborative and supportive environment.

  • The opportunity to influence the growth of an established, respected consultancy.

  • Competitive remuneration combining a base retainer/salary with performance-related commission.

  • Potential longer-term share participation for the right individual.

 

If you’re excited by helping organisations build healthier, more productive workplaces and would enjoy shaping the future growth of Distinctions, we’d love to hear from you.

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