Andrew Forbes - Executive Coaching
I'LL HELP YOU
NAVIGATE YOUR NEXT
CAREER TRANSITION
Facing a challenging career moment? Get the right support to move through it with clarity and confidence.
Benefit from my 20 years of global HR leadership experience, where I’ve coached executives like you through complex transitions and leadership challenges.
Have you found yourself in any of these situations?
- I’m worried I’ll burn out if I keep going like this.
- I’m good at my job, but I want more clarity about what’s next.
- The hardest part isn’t the work, it’s the people politics.
- I deliver results, but I don’t always feel visible for the impact I make.
- By now, I thought I’d be further ahead in my career.
- The decisions I make now carry huge weight, and I feel the pressure.
- I’ve stepped into a bigger role, but what if I’m not ready?
- I’ve been restructured or my role is at risk, and I need a clear plan to rebound with confidence.
MEET ANDREW
I’m Andrew Forbes, an executive coach who helps ambitious leaders in corporate functions step into leadership, navigate career transitions, and gain clarity for their next chapter.
I also know what transition feels like personally. After 19 years, my role was restructured during a challenging time in my private life — and I had to rebuild my clarity, confidence, and visibility.
Over the past two decades, I’ve coached executives through complex transitions and led transformation, leadership development, and team effectiveness initiatives at global organisations such as Diageo and Novartis.
20+
Years in global HR leadership
at Fortune 500
300 +
Coaching hours
ICF Member
International Coaching
Federation
AoEC Certified
Academy of
Executive Coaching
SUPPORT DESIGNED
FOR LEADERS LIKE YOU
I believe every leader carries a vision for how their career and life could look. Sometimes it feels clear, other times it feels out of reach. I work with ambitious professionals to turn that vision into reality, helping you shape a career and life with clarity, confidence, and visibility.
- Find clarity in complexity: Uncover your strengths, values, and career drivers so you know exactly where to focus next.
- Step into leadership with courage: Whether it’s a promotion, a new role, or leading through change, I help you build presence and resilience.
- Grow with connection: Strengthen your influence, collaboration, and impact so you are recognised as a trusted leader.
- Navigate career transitions: From career pivots to stepping into senior roles, I guide you through change with strategy and empathy.
- Position yourself for opportunities: Drawing on my recruitment and HR experience, I help you showcase your value so you stand out for the roles and promotions you want.
WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY
Janine List
“I was impressed by Andrew’s strong coaching skills and genuine empathy for team members.”
During my time as Head Finance NCE at Novartis, I had the great pleasure to have Andrew Forbes as my HR Business Partner. Throughout our collaboration, I was impressed by Andrew’s strong coaching skills and genuine empathy for team members.
Andrew Forbes has a remarkable ability to understand the needs of both the business and its employees, often finding common ground that helps resolve conflicts and foster collaboration. His approachable nature and commitment to supporting others in their development greatly enhance any organization he is part of.
I truly appreciate the positive impact Andrew brings to the workplace. I believe he would be a valuable asset to any team looking for a thoughtful and effective HR partner.
Davide-Fabbiocchi
“He brings exactly what I look for in an executive coach.”
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Andrew over the past year, and I can’t recommend him highly enough. He brings exactly what I look for in an executive coach: the courage to challenge assumptions, genuine encouragement when stepping into the unknown, a sharp intuition for what remains unspoken, and a deep well of both theoretical and practical expertise—all delivered with a healthy dose of humour.
Working with Andrew has been transformative. His guidance has helped me uncover my true strengths and navigate a new and exciting career chapter. I’m deeply grateful for his presence on this journey and wish him continued success as he supports others in navigating their inner “4Seas”.
Gareth Ayre
“He helped me present my real self, career story, and aspirations – with clarity and confidence.”
Having known Andrew from our time at Novartis, I knew he’d bring insight – but his executive coaching (The 4 Seas) went well beyond that. Through thoughtful challenge and reflection, he enabled me to articulate who I am and what I bring – simply and powerfully. He helped me present my real self, career story, and aspirations – with clarity and confidence.
Andreas Websky
“He’s an honest, authentic and emphatic HR professional.”
I worked with Andrew for several years as our HR (P&O) partner for the development Finance department.
He guided, coached and supported me and my team in hiring, building and developing a multi-location remote team.
He is an honest, authentic and emphatic HR professional. Always staying calm and settled in even quite challenging situations. His feedback is extreme valuable and helps to look on things from different perspectives.
It has been a pleasure to work with him!
Suraj Singh
“You will not find a more approachable, more empathetic and more talented human resource professional.”
Having worked with Andrew, who was our HR (P&O) Business Partner, I can now vouch for him that you will not find a more approachable, more empathetic and more talented human resource professional. He not only displays a deep understanding of HR policies, practices and nuances, but also has a very practical approach to address any issue. What I appreciate most about Andrew is his very pleasant demeanour, his knack for understanding the employee needs and ability to build strong relationships. I was quite surprised how easily he could understand my needs, and how he always sets you up to succeed. I have seen his deep expertise, professionalism, and how his contributions have had a significant impact on our function.
Ronald Forster
“His spot-on insights, provocative questions, and overall positive vibe during times of crisis.”
Andrew was our HR partner for the last few years in R&D Finance and was key to developing our organization in two fronts: (1) team and culture building and (2) preparing to manage for transition. In the first case, Andrew helped the finance organisation develop a more trusting and collaborative culture, which he did by co-creating and adapting numerous team exercises and dynamics tailored to individual needs. That he was able to do this during times of lockdowns and dispersed working-from-home set-ups is even more impressive. Secondly, Andrew helped the finance team frame the desired outcomes and journey as part of our overall transition to a leaner, more globally dispersed team. We are in the middle of executing this transition, despite Andrew having moved on to a new role – but we miss his spot-on insights, provocative questions, and overall positive vibe during times of crisis. I’d happily work with Andrew again in the future.
FIND THE RIGHT COACHING FOR YOU
Clarity Program
Feeling stuck, overlooked, or uncertain about your next move. Need a quick help. Not interested in structured program or long term cooperation.
CHF 650
For clients from Switzerland a VAT of 8,1 % applies
- 3 Private coaching sessions
- Personalised debrief with clear action steps
- Support to apply insights
- Access to practical tools & resources
Recommended
The 90-Day Reset
Structured 12 week coaching program. Get from uncertainty and invisibility to clarity, confidence and visibility.
CHF 2970
For clients from Switzerland a VAT of 8,1 % applies
- 90-minute Strategy Session
- 12 private coaching sessions
- Personalised 90-day action plan
- Progress reviews at start, after 12 weeks, and at 12 months
- Quarterly check-ins and habit-building tools
Executive Partner
For leaders seeking flexible, high-level support with real-time challenges. I become your thinking partner in the moments that matter.
CHF 480 Monthly
For clients from Switzerland a VAT of 8,1 % applies
- 2 private coaching sessions each month
- Strategic leadership & transition support
- Guidance on stakeholder management & executive presence
- Priority access to tailored resources
- Pause anytime
MY PROVEN APPROACH
Initial free consultation
This is a chance for us to connect, talk through your goals and challenges, and see if my approach feels right for you. It’s also where I make sure I can support you effectively.
First Session
Together we set the direction, define priorities, and focus on the challenges or opportunities that matter most right now.
Ongoing Partnership
We meet at an agreed rhythm to build momentum, strengthen your capabilities, and achieve the results that move your career forward.
READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP
IN YOUR CAREER?
1. Choose a time
Pick a slot that works best for you, and I’ll confirm our call.
2. Share a little context
Before we meet, I’ll invite you to answer a few short questions so we can make the most of our time together.
3. Chemistry Call
In our call, we’ll explore your goals and challenges, discuss how coaching works, and see if we have the right chemistry to work together.