Principal Consultant (Bilingual German and English)

Be the trusted adviser that senior leaders rely on to navigate complex organizational challenges and drive meaningful change.

As a principal consultant at Gallup, you will serve as a highly respected partner to address leaders’ most pressing workplace challenges, such as performance, leadership effectiveness, culture, employee engagement and large-scale change. You’ll help executives interpret their organization’s data, clarify priorities and make well-informed decisions that lead to effective action.

Through your relationships and the quality of your consulting, you will grow your accounts and expand Gallup’s impact.

If you’re an experienced consultant who wants to create exceptional workplaces with a globally respected brand, this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Do

Advise senior leaders on a broad range of workplace challenges, drawing on Gallup’s research, analytics and consulting expertise

Build deep relationships to influence decision-making at the highest levels of client organizations

Lead sessions, roundtable discussions and consultative meetings that help leaders align, decide and act on complex issues

Diagnose client needs, architect tailored consulting approaches and guide clients through change with clarity and credibility

Identify and grow new opportunities with existing and prospective clients to expand Gallup’s work and impact

Represent Gallup with professionalism and authority in client meetings, executive forums and selected external engagements

Who We Want

Client-obsessed advisers who earn trust quickly and create value through their expertise, reliability and outcomes

Executive communicators who bring presence, clarity and composure to high-stakes conversations and forums

Sophisticated program architects who identify business opportunities and orchestrate change management to impact growth

Strategic thinkers with intense intellectual curiosity and talent for navigating ambiguity, diagnosing workplace issues and helping leaders focus on what matters most

Collaborative leaders who influence and align internal partners through clear direction, sound judgment and shared accountability

High achievers who thrive in a demanding, fast-paced and goal-oriented environment

What You Need

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred

At least 10 years of experience in consulting or advisory roles working with senior leaders required

Native-level German and fluent English required; must be able to advise clients confidently in both languages

A commitment to working on-site at Gallup’s Berlin office three days per week required when not traveling

Eligibility to work in Germany required; this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship

What You’ll Experience

Mission-driven work: Make a meaningful difference in the world with your unique contributions, commitment to service and exceptional outcomes.

An empowering culture: Collaborate with smart, passionate people who love what they do and welcome your ideas, perspectives and experiences.

Learning and development: Grow in your career as we invest in what you do best, encourage curiosity and create an environment where it’s safe — and expected — to challenge the status quo.

Brand strength, startup energy: Thrive in an innovative environment backed by a trusted brand.

A vibrant workplace: Enjoy working in our stunning, well-connected office in the cube berlin , Europe’s smartest building — a state-of-the-art workplace environment with unique architecture and proximity to countless amenities, including River Spree, in the heart of Berlin.

About Gallup

At Gallup, we change the world, one client at a time, through extraordinary analytics and advice on everything important facing humankind. Learn more about our work and life at Gallup .

Gallup offers a robust benefits package that includes competitive pay, life and critical illness insurance, a pension, an employee stock ownership program, mass transit reimbursement, a JobRad bike leasing program, family-building benefits, an employee assistance program, and various reimbursements and activities that enhance our associates’ wellbeing. We also offer an estimated annual salary range of €110,000–€145,000 for this role. Salaries are based on a variety of factors, including an individual’s education, experience and skills. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses.

Gallup is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and business needs. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace.

To review Gallup’s Privacy Statement, please click this link: https://www.gallup.com/privacy . This privacy policy is meant to help you understand what information we collect, why we collect it, and how you can update, manage and delete your information. Your application and the information you provide will be processed and stored in the United States.

Agencies: We are not partnering with agencies for this role, nor will we accept unsolicited résumés or be responsible for any fees or expenses related to such unsolicited résumés and/or applicants.

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