Richard Reid
Why Richard’s background matters
AI compresses decision cycles and increases cognitive load. Richard’s work focuses on the human capabilities that determine whether AI becomes an advantage or a risk: attention, judgement, emotional regulation, influence, and sustainable performance.
His approach combines psychologically informed coaching with deep sector understanding of professional services — particularly law — to deliver practical, measurable changes in leadership behaviour and ways of working.
Experience
Chief People Officer, Harneys (London) | Jan 2024 – May 2025
Led firmwide transformation in wellbeing, inclusion and leadership development; introduced evidence‑based frameworks for partner development; established psychological safety protocols to enhance collaboration and reduce attrition; implemented structured feedback across the partnership.
Wellbeing Consultant, Harneys (London) | Sep 2022 – Dec 2023
Embedded a psychologically informed wellbeing strategy across global offices; delivered 1:1 and group coaching for partners and associates; advised executives on building a mentally healthy, high‑performing legal culture; developed tools to identify early warning signs of burnout.
Founder & Lead Psychological Consultant, Richard Reid Enterprises | Aug 2005 – Present
Coach and adviser to law firms and senior legal professionals; designed tailored coaching programmes underpinned by psychotherapy expertise; facilitated strategic discussions for 400+ senior law partners at Lex Mundi; delivered resilience, psychological safety and performance initiatives for lawyers; provided executive coaching and wellbeing support to sensitive programmes including Witness Protection.
Senior Consultant, Booz Allen Hamilton | Nov 2004 – Dec 2006
Advised major clients on organisational transformation and performance improvement; led workshops and executive briefings; supported leaders navigating complex change and high‑stakes decision‑making.
