Associate Professor in Coaching and Organisational Behaviour(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
About the Role
Henley Business School is seeking to appoint an exceptional Associate Professor in Coaching and Organisational Behaviour to join its internationally respected Department of Leadership, Organisations, Behaviour & Reputation.
This is an exciting opportunity for a scholar-practitioner with a strong global research profile and a genuine passion for innovative, learner-centred teaching. You will contribute to shaping future leaders by delivering high-impact education grounded in contemporary organisational challenges and evidence-based coaching practice.
You will join a vibrant academic community that values intellectual curiosity, collaboration, inclusivity, and real-world impact, while actively supporting academic career progression.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Design and deliver engaging teaching across postgraduate programmes (MBA, MSc), with opportunities to contribute to Executive Education
- Apply facilitative, collaborative and reflective teaching approaches suited to experienced, senior-level learners
- Conduct and publish high-quality, internationally recognised research in coaching and organisational behaviour
- Contribute to curriculum innovation and programme development
- Supervise postgraduate and doctoral research students
- Actively engage in academic leadership, citizenship, and knowledge exchange
- Build strong professional relationships with students, colleagues, and external partners
About You
We are looking for an academic who brings both intellectual depth and human insight. You will demonstrate:
- A proven track record of excellent teaching and impactful research in coaching and organisational behaviour
- Experience teaching at postgraduate level (MBA/MSc); executive education experience is desirable
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage highly experienced and demanding learners
- Confidence working autonomously while contributing positively to collaborative academic teams
- A commitment to ethical, inclusive and responsible leadership education
Visa & Right to Work Information
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker Route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. Applicants considering sponsorship should familiarise themselves with current requirements via the UK Government:
Points-based immigration system
Salary thresholds and occupation codes:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules/immigration-rules-appendix-skilled-occupations
Right to work in the UK:
https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
The University is firmly committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and supportive working environment. We actively support:
- Athena SWAN Charter (gender equality)
- Race Equality Charter
- LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility
- Disability Confident Employer – Level 2
Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and considered in line with operational requirements.
