Meet our coaches

Claire

Claire Thompson

Associate Coach-Mentor

Email: [email protected] Telephone: 44 (0) 1869 338989

Claire is a highly experienced business executive, coach and development consultant with particular expertise in individual coaching, leadership development, team development and working with emotional intelligence. Committed to supporting individuals in exploring and unleashing their talent in the context of their role and business environment.

She brings over 25 years' experience of working in large international companies including Board Level experience in the UK and Mexico where she was Human Resources Director for Unilever. Prior to this she worked in a pan-European role based in Brussels providing her with invaluable insight and experience of working across international and cultural boundaries.

As a Coach with the OCM, Claire brings a wealth of experience from her work across a range of industry sectors including financial services, higher education, FMCG, automotive, outsourcing and energy. She works with senior leaders, managers in transition and young, high potential future leaders including many international MBAD students, supporting their transition into new roles.

COACHING STYLE

Claire’s clients describe her as supportive, pragmatic and focused on what really matters for the individual and their organisation.

Her experience of global and international business enables her to add real value when working with managers and teams in large, complex organisations and cross-cultural contexts. She quickly gets to grips with the business, leadership and relational challenges of her clients and supports them in developing their insights, identifying options and pragmatic solutions. Where appropriate, Claire uses tools such as 360º feedback and psychometric instruments, to support her clients in developing their personal insight and effectiveness.

Areas of expertise include:

  • Senior Leadership coaching
  • Career development and transition coaching
  • High potential, future leader coaching
  • Coaching for influence and impact
Claire

Claire lives in The Cotswolds with her partner, daughter and two cats which like to hunt! She loves to share good food and wine with family and friends and is a 'fair weather’ gardener. She loves walking in the countryside and along coastlines. She is also an avid traveller having visited over 45 countries around the world and really enjoys exploring new cultures.