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About Jas
Jas is a Principal Psychologist at Pearn Kandola and delivers projects for clients across all three major offerings – Inclusive Recruitment, Inclusive Development, and Inclusive Cultures. He is a graduate member of the British Psychological Society, a Fellow of the Royal Anthropological Institute, and certified by the BPS to use psychometric tests of ability and personality.
Jas’ work includes designing and delivering high-impact development centres, inclusive leadership programmes, individual assessments, and D&I audits for clients in the private, public, and academic sectors. He is also a member of the research team at Pearn Kandola and frequently shares his expertise in articles on our website.
Jas has been with Pearn Kandola since 2010, bringing with him extensive knowledge of ethical leadership, family businesses, and of applying ethnographic methods to understand organisational culture. He also draws on his regional expertise to explore the evolving landscape of diversity and inclusion in Asia.
Clients
Oxford University Hospitals Trust, Department of Health and Social Care, Moorfields Eye Hospital, Jaguar Land Rover, European Central Bank, The Alan Turing Institute, Imperial College London, Linklaters.
Working with Jas
“Thanks to Jas’s coaching, I feel much clearer about where I want to go, what matters most to me, and how I can achieve my goals. That clarity has been immensely reassuring and settling during a period of transition. I would highly recommend Jas to anyone seeking a coach who combines genuine empathy, active listening, and the ability to help people think more deeply about themselves and their future.”
– Fola A.
“I recently worked with Jas on an active bystander training programme in our organisation. I found him to be highly knowledgeable, adaptable, and it was a pleasure to work with him on this project. He was responsive and took the time to fully understand our needs, ensuring an effective and seamless collaboration throughout. Jas is clearly an expert in his field, with an evidence-led approach that inspired confidence. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with Pearn Kandola again.”
– Kate G.
“I’ve really enjoyed working with Jas since the start of the year and have found his coaching genuinely valuable. He has helped me think more clearly about how I communicate, especially with senior stakeholders. I now focus much more on what matters most, what it means, and what action is needed. That shift has made a real difference in how I approach conversations and decision making.
Jas also creates the right space for honest reflection. He has supported me to navigate ambiguity with more confidence and to be more deliberate in how I lead and support my team. His tone and approach are well balanced, offering both challenge and support in a way that feels constructive and practical.
Overall, the impact has been clear in both my day-to-day leadership and how I show up more broadly. I would definitely recommend working with him.”
– Daryl O.
Publications
Jas’s articles can be found on our Insights page, here are a few examples: