Grant Thornton appoints Ruth Walsh as Partner and Head of Talent Solutions
Grant Thornton UK has promoted Ruth Walsh to Partner and Head of Talent Solutions, reinforcing the firm’s focus on senior talent to support its growth strategy.
Walsh, based in London and originally from Argentina, leads the firm’s Talent Solutions team within the Consulting practice, which works with organisations across sectors to build future-ready workforces.
In her new role, Walsh will oversee the design and delivery of skills and training programmes aimed at equipping teams to respond to fast-changing business environments.
Her remit includes collaborating with academic partners, industry groups, and clients to develop tailored programmes that meet evolving skills needs.
The promotion comes amid a period of rapid change in the apprenticeships and skills landscape. Walsh, who is also an accredited executive coach with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC), will expand Grant Thornton’s suite of talent programmes, leveraging both her coaching expertise and the firm’s subject matter experience.
The Talent Solutions team will continue to work with universities and training providers to deliver participant-focused learning experiences across industries.
Commenting on her promotion, Walsh said:
“It brings me a lot of pride to step into the role of Partner and Head of Talent Solutions at such an exciting time for Grant Thornton. Our work is all about empowering clients and their teams to develop the skills they need to succeed in the future. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the care and effort that goes into ensuring every participant is well looked after, and to watch them embrace the next stage of their career growth with pride and confidence.”
Will McWilliams, Head of Consulting at Grant Thornton UK, said:
“Ruth’s promotion to Partner is testament to her outstanding leadership and the tangible impact she’s had on our clients. Her vision and dedication to helping organisations develop future skills has been instrumental in driving innovative solutions that deliver real results. We’re excited to see her continue to shape our Talent Solutions offering on a national scale as she continues to inspire the next generation of leaders.”
Walsh’s appointment is the latest in a series of moves by Grant Thornton UK to strengthen its consulting and advisory capabilities, particularly in areas related to talent development and workforce planning.
