Ali Local

Ali is a Charted HR Professional with the CIPD and has almost 20 years of strategic HR and Organisational Development experience. She has led teams to deliver complex projects with multiple stakeholders relating to the design, implementation, and evaluation of HR strategic initiatives such as organisational culture, capability, change management, organisation design, as well as talent and leadership development. Ali is an expert at creating a high-performance culture and is especially proficient at solving difficult and unwieldy problems. She has a keen curiosity in the people and organisation aspects of business transformations and have significant experience relating to how the future of work will impact organisational capability and effectiveness. Ali's strengths are in her capacity to link academic research to pragmatic and creative solutions to solve problems.

The best coaching process involves a combination of one-on-one conversations and assessments to explore goals, identify obstacles, and develop strategies for professional growth. Ali believes that a tailored and confidential approach, focused on addressing specific leadership challenges, fostering self-awareness, and honing interpersonal skills, is crucial. Integrating feedback, periodic evaluations, and an emphasis on accountability can also ensure that positive change is sustained.

Ali gets the best results with individuals who are motivated, open to self-reflection, and committed to professional growth. Clients who actively engage in the coaching process, demonstrate a willingness to implement suggested changes, and possess a clear understanding of their goals often experience more significant and sustainable outcomes.

Ali has supported a wide variety of organisations throughout her career spanning industries such as law, accounting, financial services, engineering and architecture. She is willing to provide names upon request.