Nicholas Jelfs-Jelf

Nicholas Jelfs-Jelf has extensive experience in talent and business strategies, professional development and training, leadership coaching, and lawyer development and retention programs. Nicholas is currently the CEO at Volta Talent Strategies, where they advise law firm clients on various strategies and provides leadership coaching. Prior to this role, they worked as a Principal at OmniSc from 2012 to 2014. Nicholas also served as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP from 2005 to 2012 and as a Principal at OmniSc from 2004 to 2005. Their earlier experience includes being a Partner and Head of Knowledge Management at Pinsent Masons from 2000 to 2004.

Nicholas Jelfs-Jelf has pursued higher education in linguistics and international studies at the University of Surrey, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree with Honors (BSc Hons). Their studies focused on German, French, and Law. Following this, they attended The University of Law to complete The Law Society Final Examination (Bar Exam).

In addition to their academic achievements, Nicholas has pursued various certifications to enhance their professional skill set. Nicholas has completed the ACT Team Coaching Program at Brown University School of Professional Studies, becoming a certified team coach. Furthermore, they obtained certifications such as ICF Member (International Coaching Federation), Mental Health First Aid from the National Council for Behavioral Health, and Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) from HRCI. Nicholas also holds a Brain-Based Coaching Certificate from the NeuroLeadership Institute and an SHRM-SCP certification from SHRM.

Nicholas's dedication to coaching is evident through their professional accomplishments. Nicholas has obtained the Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential from the International Coaching Federation and holds an EQ-i 2.0 and EQ 360 Certification from High Performing Systems, Inc. Nicholas has also completed the Results Trained Coach program offered by the NeuroLeadership Institute.

While not explicitly mentioned in the provided information, Nicholas is a qualified Solicitor. Nicholas holds the title of a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales, recognized by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Additionally, they are also a Solicitor of the High Court of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, acknowledged by the High Court of Hong Kong, SAR.