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Transition Coaching
Personalised coaching designed to empower individuals to thrive during pivotal career transitions. Ideal for those who are new to their role, or professionals making a career change or moving to a new industry.
Tailormade for each person’s journey
Our coaches facilitate a process of self-discovery to help individuals navigate new career stages and rise to fresh challenges. This highly personalised approach helps to bridge gaps in experience, to enhance performance, and to accelerate progress.
We empower people to make a positive early impact and chart a path towards long-term goals. Our coaches guide people to deliver a smooth, sustainable transition for your organisation. Transition coaching gives your organisation a more agile and resilient leadership pipeline. By reinforcing your people’s adaptability, you can prepare succession plans with confidence.
Showcase your commitment
Every successful organisation has one thing in common: engaged and empowered employees who make it happen. Transition coaching provides your high-potential employees with a personalised path of continued learning and professional development. As an employer, this demonstrates your commitment to invest in people, helping to attract and retain quality talent. More than that, it's a reflection of your culture: one that values long-term growth and support for everyone.
The impact of transition coaching
With a coach on their side, individuals are better equipped to make a positive impact sooner, and to continue doing so for years to come.
When someone steps into a new role or industry, there is always risk for the individual and for the organisation. Our coaching mitigates this risk by identifying any gaps in experience or knowledge, then empowering the individual to bridge those. The transition is then smooth for the individual themselves, as well as for their colleagues and their organisation.
How can we help you with transition coaching?
Objective external perspective
Unlike internal mentors or managers, an external coach offers a neutral space where employees can engage candidly and honestly explore challenges to gain expert insight.
Our coaches provide a sounding board and offer a confidential ear for the people they support. Ideal for those seeking an impartial second opinion informed by knowledge of what has worked for others.
Mitigate risk
In every organisation, there is an element of uncertainty when someone steps into a new role. Our coaches mitigate this risk with structured support so that individuals can embrace change and turn this into your organisation’s advantage.
Access comprehensive support
We tailor our approach to your organisation’s strategy and circumstances. So, whether someone has been promoted internally or is new to your organisation, our coaches help them discover and/or develop the specific competencies you need.
Proven, practical approach
Our coaches have the latest tools at their fingertips to help individuals understand their own strengths, motivators and development priorities. We take ‘best practice’ theory off the page and put it into practice, with a laser focus on how to apply strategies in the workplace.
Meet our Talent Development specialists
Adam Gordon
Global Head of Talent Development
Adam Gordon, a seasoned global business professional with over two decades of expertise in talent and organisational development, boasts an impressive international track record developing talent across APAC, Europe, and America.
Tülay Carlsten
Regional Engagement Manager, SEA
Tülay partners with organisations across Southeast Asia to shape and deliver talent strategies through Robert Walters' advisory solutions. With global experience and a background supporting senior leaders, she delivers tailored insights to drive business growth.
Our other services
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Executive Coaching
Coaching programmes to develop leaders to be their best.
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Transition Coaching
Guide new hires through this critical transition period with curated coaching sessions and support.
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Leadership Development
Transform your leadership landscape with our bespoke leadership development programmes.
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Salary Benchmarking
Salary benchmarking ensures your pay and benefits packages are designed to attract top talent.
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What does transition coaching include?
Our transition coaching services are tailored to the circumstances of the individual and their organisation, so every coaching programme is unique. Our experts provide objective perspectives and help individuals develop specific competencies to meet the requirements of their new role.
Typically, we might include a process of self-discovery, understanding the new role and responsibilities, identifying existing competencies, and addressing potential gaps. Along the way, we often use tools such as lifeline charts, psychometric analysis, and practical action plans to ensure a smooth transition for every individual. -
Who are your coaches?
Our coaches come from a variety of fields and international locations, but what unites them all is the ability to create and execute action-oriented plans, tailored to each person’s changing circumstances. Many of our coaches are certified (e.g. International Coaching Federation) and all of them are highly experienced in coaching people through change.
Some are former c-suite leaders, others are specialists in change management strategy, theory and practice. All have access to insights and data from Robert Walters’ broader talent advisory services.
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How do you select the right coach for each person?
Before we propose any individual coach, we listen carefully to clarify your circumstances and ambitions. Then we recommend a coach with the profile and expertise to your unique needs and goals.
We think outside the box, too. We don’t automatically pair someone with a coach with the same industry background but rather focus on the approach and expertise that will truly make a difference in your coaching journey. Above all, our priority is to connect each individual with the coach who can offer fresh perspectives and unlock self-discovery.
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How long does the transition coaching programme last?
Coaching is flexible and is always designed to meet your objectives and specifications. Duration can vary based on individual needs and transition complexity. We often deliver programmes that include 4-6 coaching sessions of 1–2 hours each, delivered over a 4–6-month period.
Frequently, coaching relationships are so effective that organisations and employees opt to renew them beyond the initial transition period. Irrespective of the duration, the action plans and professional development continue to deliver a sustained return on investment that lasts years.
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Can transition coaching help someone who is changing industries?
Absolutely. We often coach professionals to identify transferable skills and develop strategies to navigate from one industry to another.
Our coaches specialise in helping individuals to recognise their existing competencies and how these can be applied in their new roles. Together, we develop a plan to bridge knowledge gaps and give someone the confidence to apply their existing skillset in a new industry.