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Priya Thanki

Engineering Coach

SVP Engineering, ex-SHL & Monster Worldwide

About

I've spent 20 years leading global technology and engineering teams, driving transformation and helping organizations navigate change. More recently, I've been at the forefront of AI adoption, helping leaders and teams adapt to one of the biggest shifts we've seen in how we work and create value. I hold an AI Strategy and Leadership distinction from the London School of Economics, and I bring that perspective into both my leadership work and my coaching.


From VP of Engineering at Monster Worldwide, where I led a global organization of 175, to SVP of Product Engineering at SHL, where I oversaw teams of 230 across through a full AI transformation, I've consistently operated at the intersection of complexity and growth. I've held P&L responsibility of programs over $60M, and led organizations spanning Europe, Asia, and North America. Along the way, I've navigated promotions, career pivots, and the kind of leadership challenges where confidence wobbles and you're figuring out what comes next. Those experiences taught me that success isn't just about skills and experience. Confidence, self-awareness, and having the right support around you matter just as much.


My coaching style is supportive, approachable, and direct. I listen, ask thoughtful questions, and challenge you when it's needed, helping you gain clarity, build confidence, take action, and move forward with purpose. I work with leaders at every stage, whether you're stepping into a new role, navigating a significant transition, or figuring out what AI means for your career and your team. My goal is to help people build careers and lives that feel both successful and meaningful.


Clients leave our work together with clearer thinking, more grounded confidence, and a stronger sense of what they want to build next.


Outside of work, I love spending time with my partner, family and friends. I'm an outdoors person and I love exploring London where I live enjoying the many art exhibitions, restaurants, shopping venues and river walks. I enjoy yoga, travelling and hiking, and I've done some exciting adventures to Peru, Nepal as well as climbing Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.

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