Unlock potential.
Accelerate performance.

The best leaders invest in themselves. Technical expertise is essential but no longer sufficient. In an environment of increasing regulatory complexity and constant change, the leaders who thrive are those who develop self-awareness, resilience and the ability to think strategically under pressure.

Executive coaching provides a confidential space to step back from day-to-day demands and focus on what matters: your development, your effectiveness and your career.

As a former Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel of a major bank, Andrew takes the skills amassed over 25 years in financial services and works with you to make a structured assessment of your current situation and agree a personalised coaching plan. Most engagements follow a proven structure:

1. Initial consultation
An in-depth conversation to understand your situation, your challenges and your objectives. This is also an opportunity to ensure a good fit – the coaching relationship depends on trust and openness.

2. 360-degree feedback
Confidential interviews with colleagues, direct reports and stakeholders to build a comprehensive picture of how you are perceived. This is often the most valuable element of the process – and frequently the most eye-opening.

3. Psychometric assessment
Using respected assessment tools, we explore your personality, working style, strengths and development areas. This provides an objective baseline and helps identify patterns that may be helping or hindering your effectiveness.

4. Feedback and analysis
We bring together the 360 feedback and psychometric results to identify themes and priorities. Where do others’ perceptions align with your self-assessment? Where do they diverge?

5. Objective setting
Based on this analysis, we agree specific, meaningful objectives for the engagement – whether that’s leadership presence, stakeholder management, communication style or career planning.

6. Coaching sessions
Over six to twelve months, we meet regularly to work towards your objectives. Sessions are practical and action-oriented, addressing real challenges in real time.

7. Review and next steps
We review progress and consider what comes next. Many clients continue with periodic check-ins; others feel equipped to continue independently.

Michael Jordan said: “Teams win games, teamwork wins championships”.

Our team coaching programme starts with a structured assessment using the Human Synergistics Group Styles Inventory™. This allows team members to clearly identify what is helping and hindering the team’s efforts, enabling developmental planning for enhanced performance. We also use role-playing scenarios to illustrate the challenges and benefits of effective teamwork.

Usually performed as part of an on or offsite management meeting, our team coaching is ideal for new teams seeking to establish ways of working or established teams looking to take performance to the next level. Sessions can also be delivered virtually.

Our coaching practice focuses on senior professionals in compliance, risk, legal and related functions. This includes Chief Compliance Officers, General Counsel, Heads of Risk, and partners in law firms and professional services firms advising financial services clients.

Whether you are new to a senior role, an established leader looking to refresh your approach, or navigating a challenging situation, coaching can help.

“The 360 feedback gave me insights I could not have got any other way. Six months later, my relationships with key stakeholders are completely different.”

— Chief Compliance Officer, Global Investment Bank

“I was sceptical about coaching. Andrew challenged me in ways I did not expect. The combination of practical experience and structured approach made all the difference.”

— Chief Risk Officer, Systemic Bank

“Andrew helped me see that investing in myself was the best thing I could do for my practice.”

— Partner, Magic Circle Law Firm

“As auditors we spend our careers assessing others. Andrew’s structured approach helped me turn that lens on myself and my leadership style. The results have been transformational.”

— Partner & UK Head of Audit, Big Four Accounting Firm

If you are considering coaching, we would welcome a conversation.

Contact us at info@simpsonstreet.co.uk or call +44 7884 250918.