Welcome to VB & Associates

Developing brilliant people, brilliantly

We’re a boutique talent and careers consultancy in the business of unlocking potential at all levels.

We’re proud to work with incredible people

Our philosophy

We help businesses build high performing, engaged teams that exceed goals, while empowering individuals to advance their careers and fulfil their aspirations whatever they may be. Whether you’re looking to elevate your workforce’s performance or navigate a career transition, we provide tailored strategies that drive success.

With a team of expert Coaches and People Development professionals, we craft bespoke solutions that evolve with your needs, ensuring sustainable growth at every level. We don’t just consult—we partner with our clients to deliver support and insights needed to grow, thrive and succeed.

At our core, we’re all about deep rooted relationships and having fun whilst we work.

Services

We empower businesses and individuals with tailored strategies

We specialise in partnering with organisations of all sizes, working closely to understand your unique needs and goals, drive performance, foster growth, and achieve sustained success.

Our approach is all about listening first and then crafting bespoke solutions that leverage our deep expertise and best in class innovation. Whether you’re looking to enhance individual performance or drive organisational transformation, we focus on what “good” looks like for you, grounded in best practice and supported by tangible and motivating actionable plans.

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Organisation Development

We offer all types of talent and leadership development ranging from Executive coaching through to Graduate development programmes – and everything in between.

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Individual Development

Via our world class Coaches, we offer strategic resources and expert guidance to help individuals advance their careers and achieve long-term fulfilment.

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Kind words

I always come away from our sessions feeling enthusiastic, focused, confident and driven. Victoria is fantastic at getting me to answer my own questions with answers I already know.

Neighbourhood Management Team Leader

Magenta Living

Working with Victoria enabled me to understand not only how to better motivate my team and help them to deliver the best results, but also to work with my own strengths and motivations to become a better manager.

Head of Marketing

AB Tasty

VB&A helped us transform what being a leader means at Celsa…proving that leading for engagement really does improve team and organisational performance, whilst growing and retaining talent for the future. What sets VB&A apart is that they approach development programmes with the knowledge and expertise that no two people have the same development journey.

Talent Manager

Celsa

Victoria demonstrated a profound understanding of leadership dynamics and provided me with invaluable insights, strategies and practical tools to navigate the complexities of leading a talented team of professionals in diverse roles. Her coaching approach is both compassionate and results-driven, empowering me to harness my strengths and address areas for growth effectively.

Head of Customer Excellence and Operations

Pharmaceutical Industry

She helped me to double and triple my self-belief with ‘safe-experiments’ especially when it came to building my professional network.

Global Commercial Process Lead

Nomad Foods

She’s the kind of person you want in your corner, guiding you through the challenges and helping you see the bigger picture.

HR Professional

Change Management and Employee Experience

I always come away from our sessions feeling enthusiastic, focused, confident and driven. Victoria is fantastic at getting me to answer my own questions with answers I already know.

Neighbourhood Management Team Leader

Magenta Living

Head of Marketing

AB Tasty

Talent Manager

Celsa

Head of Customer Excellence and Operations

Pharmaceutical Industry

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To discuss how VB&A can help you or your business please get in touch.

About us

Get to know VB&A

At the heart of VB & Associates is its award-winning founder, Victoria Buckenham. With an executive coaching background and extensive experience in senior People Development roles, Victoria is passionate about helping her clients achieve—and exceed—their goals.

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Who we work with

At VB&A, we believe in the power of bringing brilliant people together, which is why our team is made up of diverse experts across various fields. This ensures our clients always work with the best and brightest within VB&A to achieve their unique needs and goals.

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Insights

Thought leadership

Transactional vs. Transformational Leadership: Which Drives Success?

Is your leadership style all about structure and efficiency, or do you inspire and innovate? The best leaders blend both—but how do you find the right balance for your career or business?

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How a Career Journal Can Support Your Development

When clients tell me they feel like their careers are treading water, I often suggest a career journal—once they start using one, they regain a sense of control and direction.

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Psychometric Testing – The VB&A Guide

Psychometric testing has become a widely used tool in hiring, team development, and career growth. When used correctly, these assessments provide valuable insights.

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