CEO Advisor, Leadership Effectiveness & Operational Excellence

Why This Role Is Worth Your AttentionA confidential client represented by Impel Consultants is seeking a senior advisor who can work closely with the CEO and executive leadership team to strengthen leadership effectiveness, improve operational performance, and support strategic execution.This is a high-impact opportunity for a commercially credible operator with executive coaching capability and strong operational judgement. The role is designed for someone who can help senior leaders make better decisions, improve alignment, and support business performance in a growing environment.The Client or Stakeholder Problem You’ll Help SolveThe organisation is looking for a trusted senior-level Advisor who can help leaders operate more effectively, improve collaboration across the leadership team, and strengthen execution across key operational areas.This role combines executive coaching with practical operational insight. You will help senior stakeholders improve judgement, leadership capability, team alignment, and execution discipline, while supporting initiatives that contribute to efficiency, cost control, and sustainable growth.Why Your Background MattersYour experience is likely to be especially valuable if you have operated in VP, C-suite, or equivalent senior leadership roles and have a track record of improving business performance, leading teams, and coaching senior stakeholders.The role requires someone who can engage credibly with executives, mentor leadership teams, and contribute practical insight across operations, talent, and organisational performance.What You’ll Be Trusted To DoProvide one-to-one coaching and mentoring to senior leaders using a structured executive coaching approachOffer feedback and guidance to help executives strengthen judgement, leadership effectiveness, and decision-makingSupport leadership teams in improving collaboration, team dynamics, and developmentWork with senior management to identify and support operational improvements that strengthen efficiency, cost control, and sustainable growthContribute to the alignment of key operational areas, including financial management, HR, and compliance, in partnership with internal leadershipIdentify opportunities for operational improvement and support initiatives that strengthen business performanceAct as a trusted Advisor to the CEO and executive team on leadership, talent development, and organisational effectivenessSupport initiatives related to employee engagement, succession planning, and high-performing team cultureBuild strong internal partnerships that support operational excellence and strategic growthWho Benefits From Your WorkYour work will directly support the CEO, executive team, senior leaders, and cross-functional teams by improving leadership effectiveness, operational discipline, and organisational performance.What Success Looks LikeSuccess in this role is likely to include:stronger leadership effectiveness and executive decision-makingbetter alignment and collaboration across leadership teamsmeasurable operational improvements in efficiency and executionstronger support for strategic growth initiativesimproved organisational capability in talent, engagement, and succession planningWhat We’re Looking ForExperience in VP, C-suite, or equivalent senior leadership rolesDemonstrated success in operational strategy, business performance improvement, and team leadershipStrong executive coaching, mentoring, and leadership development capabilityExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsStrong business acumen and understanding of strategy, operations, and leadership practiceExperience working in complex operational environmentsA bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or a related fieldAn advanced degree may be advantageousAbility to work remotely within the United States, with occasional travel as requiredExperience That Would Be Especially ValuableRelevant backgrounds may include:senior operations leadershipbusiness transformation or operational excellence rolesexecutive coaching and leadership advisoryHR, compliance, or cross-functional business leadershipprofessional services, technology, banking, or related complex business environmentsEquivalent experience will also be considered where candidates can demonstrate strong executive credibility, operational leadership, and coaching capability.Important Scope ClarificationThis is a senior advisory and coaching role, not a formal internal C-suite appointment. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO and executive team, influencing leadership effectiveness and operational performance through coaching, advisory support, and improvement initiatives in partnership with internal leaders.What Makes This Opportunity AttractiveDirect exposure to senior decision-makers and executive leadership challengesA meaningful remit spanning leadership effectiveness and operational improvementThe opportunity to combine coaching credibility with practical business judgementA role with visible impact on alignment, execution, and organisational capabilityRemote flexibility within the United States, with occasional travel where neededHow to ApplyApply through the official LinkedIn application route for this opportunity.Sensitive identity, right-to-work, or payroll information will only be requested at the appropriate stage and where legally required.Equal Opportunity StatementThe hiring process would be based on skills, experience, capability, and role fit. Applications are encouraged from candidates with relevant and transferable leadership backgrounds.