Leadership and Performance Coach [Contract]

Climate X; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A purpose-driven technology company in the UK is seeking a part-time Leadership & Performance Coach to enhance the effectiveness of its leadership team. The role involves coaching, developing training strategies, and fostering strong team alignment. Ideal candidates will have proven coaching experience with senior leaders and the ability to design impactful training programs. The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to significant climate-related initiatives.

Benefits

Monthly training budget (£1,000 per year)

6 monthly appraisals and pay reviews

Pension contribution scheme

Mental Health and Wellbeing support

25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays

Hybrid working (3 days a week in office)

Dog-friendly office

Qualifications

• Proven experience coaching senior leaders.
• Ability to handle difficult conversations and conflict resolution.
• Experience in designing leadership development programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive learning strategies.
• Provide coaching to enhance performance in leadership.
• Design innovative learning programs and workshops.

Skills

1:1 coaching with senior leaders

Coaching through complex challenges

Assessing leadership capability gaps

Stakeholder management

Building digital learning platforms

Education

Master’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, or related discipline

Job description

LEADERSHIP & PERFORMANCE COACH (PART-TIME)

About us
Climate X is a purpose-driven technology company, backed by GV (Google Ventures), Western Technologies (early investors in Meta, Google, Palantir), Commerz Ventures, Pale Blue Dot, Deloitte, and other world-class investors. We’re a wonderfully diverse, growing team with physical offices in London and New York City.

Demand for Climate X is growing fast, and we need to build our team! You’ll be at the front of a nascent industry, working as part of a fantastic and diverse team, doing things that you can be proud of. We’re excited to have the opportunity to speak with you during this process.

Our mission

To deepen the understanding of our changing planet and inspire meaningful action.

The role

We’re looking for a high impact Leadership & Performance Coach to play a pivotal role in accelerating the growth and effectiveness of our management and leadership team at Climate X.

In this role, you’ll work directly with our people managers to strengthen decision-making, drive clarity, and consistently raise the performance bar in line with our organizational standards.

You’ll identify development gaps, design targeted training opportunities, and coach leaders to navigate difficult conversations, act with confidence, and foster stronger team alignment. Most importantly, you’ll ensure every manager is equipped to bring out the very best in their people.

The impact you’ll own

• Develop and execute a comprehensive L&D strategy aligned with organizational goals
• Provide one-on-one coaching to our leadership group to enhance individual and group performance and support them in fostering a positive and productive work environment, aligned to the performance standards of the Company
• Design and deliver innovative learning programs, including workshops, e-learning modules, and leadership development initiatives
• Implement learning paths and programs effectively, against career ladders, ensuring engagement and measurable outcomes
• Champion AI-enhanced learning experiences that meet the needs of a modern workforce.
• Oversee the selection and management of external training vendors and consultants
• Manage the L&D budget, ensuring efficient use of resources
• Stay updated on trends in L&D and incorporate best practices into programs
• Establish and deliver KPIs that measure the success of L&D programs to stakeholders

Essential Skills

• Proven track record of 1:1 coaching with senior leaders and management teams, with tangible impact on performance, decision‑making, and leadership capability
• Demonstrated ability to coach leaders through complex challenges, including difficult conversations, conflict resolution, and organisational change
• Hands‑on experience in assessing leadership capability gaps; and designing and delivering leadership development programs tailored to fast‑paced, scaling organisations
• Strong ability to translate strategic goals into practical, day‑to‑day learning interventions that drive performance
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship‑building abilities
• Proficiency in building and/or maintaining digital learning platforms, LMS systems, and modern training tools

Desirable Skills

• Master’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, Psychology, or related discipline
• Experience working in high‑performance companies, particularly rapidly scaling venture‑backed startups will be beneficial
• Familiarity with change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter)
• Data‑driven mindset with experience using metrics to evaluate program impact
• Experience designing succession planning programs
• Ability to coach at executive or senior leadership level
• Recognised coaching qualification (e.g., ICF, CCE, ILM, EMCC)

Benefits

• 🌍 Contribute to a business making purposeful impact related to climate change
• 💡 Monthly training & conference budget to help you upskill and develop your career (£1,000 per year)
• 📈 6 monthly appraisals and 12 monthly pay reviews
• 💰 Pension contribution scheme
• 🏡 Hybrid working (3 days/week in office)
• 🏥 Mental Health and Wellbeing support via Oliva
• 🏖 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays, annual 3-day Christmas‑closure, and half day on your birthday (36.5 days total!)
• 🏏 Optional quarterly socials, dinners, and fun nights out
• 🥐 A fully stocked supply of snacks, fruit, and refreshments for the days when you are in the office
• 🚴 Cycle to work scheme via gogeta
• 🍼 Enhanced maternity and paternity
• 🐶 Pawternity
• 🐕 Dog friendly office (official residence of Alfie, Chief Mischief Officer)

Please note

The benefits listed above apply to full‑time employees. For part‑time employees, certain benefits may be offered on a pro‑rated basis.

Equal Opportunities

Climate X are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.