Executive Coaching for Senior Leaders in Transition
Executive careers, like life, are never static. You may be stepping into a new role, navigating a career shift, facing a demanding challenge or returning to work after illness. Each moment calls for clarity, action, and determination.
I specialise in coaching senior leaders through major changes so they can regain clarity, strengthen resilience and lead with confidence.
Offered online in English, French and Spanish, my coaching helps you cut through complexity, sharpen focus and move forward with purpose when stakes are high.
The Challenges You Face
You may be facing:
- A new role or expanded remit.
- Relocation or a significant career change.
- A demanding strategic or transformation challenge.
- A return to work after illness or burnout.
At such moments, focus can blur and confidence can drop. I know these challenges first-hand from my own executive career. That experience shapes my coaching: practical, focused, and rooted in real growth rather than quick fixes. Coaching gives you the space to think clearly, regain perspective, and move forward with confidence.
How Coaching Helps
Executive coaching is a partnership. It creates the space and challenge to build awareness, explore solutions, and act with confidence.
Through coaching you can:
- Gain clarity on priorities, decisions, and direction.
- Strengthen confidence to lead in complex environments.
- Build resilience to sustain performance and wellbeing.
- Sharpen focus to balance urgent demands with long-term goals.
- Enhance influence with your Board, peers, and teams.
- And achieve your goals whether in your career or life.
Each conversation helps you cut through complexity and move forward with purpose.
Coaching Approach
My coaching approach is about supporting the whole person — their values, strengths, and aspirations — not just the professional role they hold. My philosophy has been shaped by more than three decades in senior executive leadership, combined with holistic training.
I believe effective leadership grows where strategic clarity meets genuine care for people. As a coach, I create space for leaders to pause, reflect, and explore new perspectives, helping them reconnect with what truly matters and gain confidence in their own path forward.
My approach is practical, empathetic, and rooted in deep listening. I draw on the GROW coaching model and an holistic view to help leaders find clarity, balance, and sustainable ways to thrive.
My coaching is shaped by a global perspective — having worked across six countries and cultures in a multinational organisation. I coach online in English, French, and Spanish to support leaders and multicultural teams worldwide.
Drawing on both professional training and personal experience, I also bring a specialist focus on coaching leaders returning to work after significant health issues such as cancer. I provide a safe, empathetic space for rebuilding confidence, redefining identity, and sustaining resilience while resuming demanding roles.
I am accredited by the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) as coach at Senior Practitioner level and I hold a Professional Coaching Diploma from Optimus Coach Academy.
Services Offered
Executive Coaching
A tailored programme designed around your leadership challenges and career transitions.
Team Coaching
A supportive group environment where leaders develop their skills and resilience.
Intensive Session
Intensive, single coaching session to address a pressing leadership or career issue.
I can also offer other services such as mentoring, team coaching, or facilitation particularly in the context of complex change programmes.
What Clients Say
Reflective, timely and honest
Bruno was my Executive Coach for several months and through our work, he allowed space for reflection, he challenged appropriately, and kept the discussion on track with his laser focus insights. I gained a deeper understanding of my inner strengths and blind spots and recognised the importance of protecting my boundaries to avoid wasting time on things which did not aid my personal development or which could lead to burnout. Bruno has a calm and soothing disposition which added to the relaxing vibe of our meetings. Highly Recommended!
— Dr. Marcia Philbin, Chief Executive
Highly Recommended
I had the pleasure of experiencing coaching with Bruno in recent months. He has helped me gain real focus on how to develop my skills in support of my business goals, both in the short term and long term. His strong values and life experiences make the sessions feel non-judgemental and I really felt that I could be totally open from day 1. He used a great blend of formal tools and hands-on experience to support me through specific challenges. Highly recommend it.
— Alex Welbourne, Partner
Structured Approach
I’ve been working with Bruno Vinel as my executive coach, and I’ve found the experience really valuable. Bruno brings his background as a CFO and senior leader into the coaching space, which makes his support both practical and insightful. He has a calm and structured way of helping me reflect, clarify my priorities, and move forward on my goals. If you’re exploring coaching for your own leadership or career challenges, I would be happy to recommend him.
— Nicolas Combe, Senior Commercial Finance
Transformational
Bruno guided me to lead with clarity, purpose, and confidence—his deep listening and thoughtful challenge brought out my best.
— NaseerAhmed, Councillor
Focused
Bruno blends structure and flexibility to cut through noise, sharpen strategy, and inspire confident growth.
— Gary Fenn, Senior Retail Analyst
Empowered
Bruno’s supportive and practical coaching strengthened my strategic thinking and gave me the confidence to grow and lead.
— Natalie Liff, Proposition Manager
Work Together
If you are ready to work on your next transition with clarity and confidence:
Frequent Asked Questions
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What is Executive Coaching?
Executive coaching is a structured, confidential conversation that helps leaders reflect, clarify priorities, and take action. It is not consultancy, counselling or therapy — the focus is on enabling you to find your own solutions.
How is coaching different from mentoring, counselling, or therapy?
Mentoring and consulting often involve advice or expertise. Coaching is different: it helps you find your own path forward. Counselling and therapy focus on healing past experiences or mental health issues. Coaching is future-focused, practical, and aimed at professional and personal growth.
What results can I expect from coaching?
Coaching helps you achieve your goals by creating the space to think clearly and strategically. Together we clarify your priorities, uncover opportunities and barriers, and develop a focused strategy with an action plan. The process also strengthens alignment between your decisions, values, motivation, and needs — so progress is both effective and sustainable.
Is coaching confidential?
Yes. Coaching conversations are fully confidential and conducted in line with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Code of Ethics. This creates a safe space for honest reflection and exploration.
How many sessions will I need?
For one-to-one coaching, most clients work with me for 6 to 12 sessions over three to six months. Two-hour intensives are available for specific, time-sensitive challenges.
Who do you work with?
I coach executives, senior leaders, and aspiring CFOs who are navigating transitions such as new roles, relocations, career changes, or returning to work after illness or burnout.
How do sessions take place?
Sessions are held online. I can also offer in person sessions (in London and Birmingham, UK), depending on what works best for you. I also offer coaching in English, French, and Spanish.
Are you accredited?
I am accredited by the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) as coach at Senior Practitioner level and I hold a Professional Coaching Diploma from Optimus Coach Academy.
Is your activity supervised?
As part of my EMCC Global Individual Accreditation as Senior Practitioner I have supervision in place for my work as a Coach and/or Mentor using these skills corresponding to a minimum of 1 hour of one-to-one supervision for every 35 hours practice evenly distributed across 12 months.
Do you work with organisations as well as individuals?
Yes. I partner with organisations to support leaders in transition, strengthen leadership pipelines, and build inclusive, resilient teams.
How do I pay for coaching?
Payment is made in advance, either per session or as part of a package. Invoices are issued for each arrangement.
What other services are you offering?
In addition to executive coaching, I provide mentoring for senior leaders, team transformation facilitation, public speaking and non-executive director roles. These services draw on my leadership and board-level experience.
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