Ellie Rua-Fernandez

Managing Consultant, Public Sector, UK

Ellie Rua-Fernandez facilitates results-driven Statement of Work (SoW) solutions for DDaT and Business Change & Transformation projects across the public sector, non-profit, healthcare, government, and defence industries.

She brings a consultative, outcome-focused approach to every engagement, prioritizing trust, clarity, and momentum from day one.

With extensive experience delivering niche SME talent across Change & Transformation in both private and public sectors, Ellie understands the pressures clients face and responds with agile, high-impact solutions. She excels at translating complex challenges into clear, actionable deliverables—whether through Statements of Work, time & materials models, or hybrid approaches.

Known for quickly embedding in client environments, Ellie aligns delivery with strategic goals while balancing commercial realities. Her pragmatism, pace, and ability to connect people to purpose help clients unlock hidden capabilities. At Korn Ferry, she focuses on sourcing the right talent and creating conditions for lasting change and performance.

Before Korn Ferry, Ellie specialized in delivering high-performing SMEs in Change & Transformation, especially around Operational Excellence. She has supported global FMCG companies, private equity firms, and Tier 1 consultancies across the UK, US, and Germany. Recently, she’s focused on government transformation projects within the UK Public Sector.

Ellie remains committed to empowering organizations through strategic talent solutions.