Senior Leadership Advisory Principal — London

Odgers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Group Pension

Wellbeing Programme

25 days Annual Leave

Job summary

Odgers Executive Search is seeking a Principal in Leadership Advisory to lead client engagements, shape advisory solutions, and drive growth across succession planning, coaching, and board effectiveness in a London-based role.

The role emphasizes strong stakeholder engagement, innovative problem solving, and collaborative leadership within a high-performing team. Hybrid working and a focus on delivering sustainable leadership outcomes are core to the position.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to interact with senior stakeholders, including boards and executives.
• Strong consulting skills with ability to manage projects from inception to completion.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with collaboration and self-starting energy.
• Ability to work in a flat, collaborative environment and contribute to team goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development activity, forging and nurturing client relationships and defining services.
• Execute high-quality, creative work while guiding other team members.
• Build enduring client, candidate, and internal stakeholder relationships with a strong personal advisory brand.
• Collaborate across Practices to expand offerings and reduce client risk.
• Mentor and develop team members to grow a diverse, high-performing group.
• Contribute to UK team strategy and global Leadership Advisory offerings.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Business development

Leadership advisory

Coaching

Job description

Odgers Executive Search is seeking a Principal in Leadership Advisory to lead client engagements, shape advisory solutions, and drive growth across succession planning, coaching, and board effectiveness in a London-based role.

The role emphasizes strong stakeholder engagement, innovative problem solving, and collaborative leadership within a high-performing team. Hybrid working and a focus on delivering sustainable leadership outcomes are core to the position.