Executive Career Coaching & Employability Advisory

Our Executive Employability Advisory combines market intelligence from active search work with executive coaching and career-positioning support. Working with a dedicated adviser, you receive guidance tailored to your leadership profile, market options, and long-term career strategy.

Beyond Traditional Executive Outplacement Services

While many services stop at CV updates and interview preparation, we help executives clarify their professional identity, market positioning, and next credible moves.

Key Differentiators:

• Strategic Repositioning vs. simple job placement
• Market Intelligence Integration from active executive search practice
• Personal Brand Architecture beyond basic LinkedIn optimization
• Purpose-Driven Alignment connecting your "Why" to market opportunities

1

Strategic Self-Discovery

Clarify Your Professional Identity & Purpose

Through structured executive coaching, gain profound clarity on your unique value proposition, leadership philosophy, and career aspirations. We help you articulate your "Why" in language that resonates with boards and C-suites.

2

Market Position Analysis

Understand Your Strategic Options

Use real-time market intelligence from active executive search practice. Understand compensation benchmarks, emerging opportunities, and competitive positioning across industries and geographies.

3

Personal Brand Architecture

Build an Executive Presence That Commands Attention

Go beyond CV optimization. We architect a comprehensive executive brand that encompasses digital presence, thought leadership positioning, and strategic visibility in your target markets.

4

Strategic Network Activation

Transform Connections into Strategic Assets

Learn to use and expand your network strategically. Our approach transforms passive connections into active advocates for your next career chapter.

5

Negotiation Mastery

Secure Packages That Reflect Your True Value

Armed with market intelligence and negotiation frameworks, position yourself to secure compensation and terms that truly reflect your executive caliber.

Phase 1: Discovery & Assessment

(Weeks 1-2)

• Comprehensive leadership assessment
• Career trajectory analysis
• Personal "Why" exploration
• Market opportunity mapping

Phase 2: Strategic Positioning

(Weeks 3-4)

• Executive brand development
• Digital identity optimization
• Thought leadership strategy
• Target company identification

Phase 3: Market Engagement

(Weeks 5-8)

• Strategic networking activation
• Confidential market approaches
• Interview excellence coaching
• Negotiation preparation

Phase 4: Transition Success

(Ongoing)

• Offer evaluation and negotiation
• Onboarding strategy
• 100-day plan development
• 6-month follow-up support

Our advisory services are designed for senior executives navigating career transitions and organizations supporting leadership development. Whether you're planning your next strategic move or building resilience for future opportunities, we provide the expertise and guidance needed for successful outcomes.

Ideal for Executives Who Are:

In Transition

• Recently exited or anticipating departure
• Seeking strategic career pivots
• Exploring portfolio careers or board positions

Seeking Growth

• Plateaued in current trajectory
• Pursuing C-suite advancement
• Considering industry transitions

Future-Proofing

• Building resilience for market changes
• Developing succession alternatives
• Creating multiple career options

Organizational Solutions

For Companies Supporting:

• Executive transitions and succession planning
• High-potential leader development
• M&A integration and reorganization
• Dignified exits for senior leaders

Clara Segrado

Global HR Leader | Executive Coach | Strategic Career Advisor

ACC Certified Coach

25+ Years Experience

With over 25 years steering human capital strategies for Fortune 500 companies across four continents, Clara Segrado brings unparalleled expertise to executive career transformation. Her unique blend of corporate HR leadership, certified coaching credentials, and strategic advisory experience positions her as one of Europe's foremost authorities on executive employability.

Global Leadership Experience

• Senior HR Director roles at Marelli (KKR portfolio), Bonfiglioli Group, and FCA Group
• Led transformation initiatives across 86 manufacturing plants, 12 R&D centers in 19 countries
• Managed talent strategies for organizations scaling from EUR 500M to EUR 1B+ revenue
• Expert in cross-cultural integration, having navigated complex M&A scenarios including the Magneti Marelli-Calsonic Kansei merger

Coaching Excellence

• ACC Certified Coach (International Coach Federation)
• Transformational Leadership Coach (TPC Leadership Program)
• D-I-S-C persolog® Personal Profile & Resilience Assessor
• Specialized in leadership transitions, purpose-driven careers, and navigating organizational change
• Faculty member at University of Turin's Master in Human Resources program

Strategic Advisory

• Designed and implemented global talent acquisition strategies for 10,000+ employee organizations
• Led C-suite coaching programs during critical business transformations
• Architected talent development frameworks adopted across automotive, industrial, and luxury sectors
• Pioneer in integrating coaching methodologies with strategic workforce planning

Industry Recognition

Clara's approach combines the rigor of corporate talent strategy with the transformative power of executive coaching. Her methodology has guided hundreds of senior executives through successful career transitions, from Fortune 500 C-suites to entrepreneurial ventures and portfolio careers.

"Clara possesses a rare combination of strategic HR acumen and deep coaching intuition. Her ability to understand both organizational dynamics and individual aspirations makes her uniquely effective in guiding executive transitions."

Former CHRO, Global Industrial Conglomerate

Languages: Italian (native), English (fluent), French, German Education: Master's in Human Resources, University of Turin | Strategic Organization Design, USC

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"The program transformed my perspective from job seeker to strategic asset. Within weeks, I had multiple C-suite offers at significantly enhanced compensation levels."

Former Fortune 500 CFO

Global Financial Services

"KiTalent's approach helped me pivot from corporate executive to a portfolio career: board positions, advisory roles, and strategic investments. The ROI was immediate."

Technology Sector CEO

Global Technology Corporation

Choose the engagement model that best fits your needs, and understand the strategic outcomes you can expect from your investment in executive career transformation.

Engagement Models

Individual Executive Program

Comprehensive 8-12 Week Journey

• 12 coaching sessions (1-on-1)
• Full market intelligence access
• Personal brand development
• Ongoing placement support

Corporate Sponsored Programs

Supporting Your Executive Transitions

• Customized program design
• Group workshops available
• Volume pricing for multiple executives
• Enhanced employer brand protection

Strategic Career Advisory

Ongoing Partnership Model

• Quarterly strategy sessions
• Continuous market intelligence
• Annual brand refresh
• Priority placement access

What You Can Expect

Regardless of which engagement model you choose, our strategic approach consistently delivers transformative results for executive clients. Through comprehensive executive career management, we ensure every aspect of your career transition is optimized for success. Here are the key outcomes you can expect from your investment:

Accelerated Career Transitions

Move to meaningful roles faster through strategic positioning and market intelligence

Enhanced Market Position

Secure roles at or above your previous level with greater responsibility and impact

Optimized Compensation

Achieve enhanced compensation packages through informed negotiation strategies

Career Clarity & Vision

Develop a clear long-term career strategy aligned with your purpose and values

Expanded Professional Networks

Build strategic relationships that open doors to future opportunities

Future Career Resilience

Develop skills and strategies that serve you throughout your executive journey

Executive career transitions are inflection points that define legacies. With the right strategic partner, they become launching pads for unusual success. Strategic career transformation begins with a single conversation. Let's explore your next chapter.

Your Dedicated Advisory Team

When you engage with our Executive Employability Advisory, you're not working with a single consultant. You gain access to a comprehensive team of specialists, each bringing deep expertise to your career transformation:

Executive Coaches - ICF-certified professionals with Fortune 500 leadership experience guide your personal development and strategic positioning.

Market Intelligence Specialists - Senior headhunters with deep sector expertise and active search practices provide real-time market insights and opportunities.

Brand Strategists - Digital positioning experts who understand executive presence help architect your professional brand and thought leadership strategy.

Negotiation Advisors - Former CHROs and compensation specialists ensure you secure packages that reflect your true executive value.

Option 1: Confidential Consultation

Explore how our approach can transform your career trajectory in a discreet, no-obligation discussion.

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Option 2: Download Executive Brief

Review our detailed service overview and success stories at your convenience.

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Option 3: Corporate Solutions

Learn how we can support your organization's executive transitions and development needs.

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