Grace Tan

Managing Consultant, Government, Education & Not for Profit

Grace Tan is a Managing Consultant based in Melbourne, Victoria. She helps her clients drive nation-building outcomes through delivering on complex leadership needs.

With over a decade of experience in executive search and leadership advisory, Grace is a talent specialist for organisations that serve the public good.

With a combination of technical depth and sector insight, she astutely decodes complex leadership needs and develops tailored, high-impact solutions. Combining Korn Ferry’s proprietary tools with her own research expertise and market intelligence, Grace delivers inclusive, data-driven solutions aligned to each client’s strategic goals. This helps her clients find the right people to lead through change and deliver measurable results. Successfully leading numerous mid-to-senior level search engagements across Australia, she supports clients through leadership transitions, governance reform, and organisational transformation. This work has been proven to positively impact organisational performance, leadership continuity, and stakeholder confidence.

Known for her integrity and collaborative style, Grace builds enduring relationships grounded in transparency, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence. She is a passionate advocate for ethical leadership, diversity, and inclusion—actively supporting the advancement of women in STEM and leadership, as well as Indigenous executives and underrepresented communities.

Before joining Korn Ferry, Grace worked with a boutique executive search firm in the mining and natural resources sector. Her early career in academic and applied physics research sharpened her ability to challenge conventional thinking and seek out innovation.

Grace holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from Monash University and is a published author in peer-reviewed journals.

She is committed to using her skills and insight to help build resilient, future-ready leadership teams that deliver public value where it’s needed most.