Prince Harry has stepped down from his high-profile position as chief impact officer at US-based mental health and coaching company BetterUp, five years after joining the Silicon Valley firm.
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The Duke of Sussex will now serve as a senior adviser, marking a significant change in his professional responsibilities following his reported return to the UK with
Meghan Markle and their children in August 2026.
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The development was announced by BetterUp CEO and co-founder Alexi Robichaux on November 6.
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While Harry is stepping away from the company's leadership team, he will continue to remain associated with the organisation in an advisory capacity.
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The announcement comes less than three months after the Sussexes' reported relocation to Britain, bringing fresh attention to the Duke's professional commitments outside the royal family.
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Why Prince Harry stepped down from the leadership position
According to Robichaux, the transition is intended to give Harry greater flexibility to focus on other professional and personal commitments.
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In his announcement, the BetterUp CEO said the Duke would work on selected projects involving some of the company's biggest corporate clients.
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He will also have more time to expand his investment portfolio, explore new business opportunities and continue supporting philanthropic initiatives.
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Robichaux thanked Harry for his contribution over the past five years and praised his understanding of coaching and mental fitness.
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He also reiterated that the company's partnership with the Invictus Games Foundation, founded by Harry, would continue.
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Prince Harry joined BetterUp in 2021 after stepping back from royal duties
The Duke of Sussex moves into an advisory role at the US-based mental health company.
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Harry joined BetterUp in March 2021, becoming the company's first chief impact officer.
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It was among his first major corporate appointments after he and Meghan stepped back from their roles as senior working royals and relocated to the United States.
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At the time, his responsibilities included advocating for mental fitness, raising awareness about mental health and helping guide the company's social mission.
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Harry had also spoken about his personal experience with coaching, describing how working with a coach had given him valuable advice and a fresh perspective.
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He had expressed his intention to use the position to create a positive impact on people's lives.
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The Duke's reported annual remuneration of around $1 million had attracted attention when he joined the company.
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However, neither BetterUp's latest announcement nor its CEO has disclosed his revised compensation under the senior adviser arrangement.
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The reported figure should therefore not be treated as his confirmed current salary.
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Harry makes low-key Remembrance Sunday appearance in the UK
The change in his professional role comes amid renewed attention on Harry's return to Britain.
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On November 8, the Duke made an unannounced appearance at a Remembrance Sunday memorial service in Brackley, Northamptonshire.
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Harry was seen standing among local residents, wearing his military medals and a red poppy.
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He attended the local commemoration while King Charles III, Prince William, Queen Camilla and other senior members of the Royal Family participated in the national ceremony at London's Cenotaph.
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An onlooker told SWNS that Harry remained at the service throughout and later went into the market to greet residents.
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His appearance marked his first Remembrance Sunday since returning to live in the UK.
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What lies ahead for Prince Harry?
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Although Harry is relinquishing his executive position, his association with BetterUp is not ending.
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His new advisory role will allow him to remain involved in selected corporate projects while pursuing other investments, business ventures and charitable commitments.
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For now, BetterUp has described the transition as a continuation of its relationship with the Duke rather than a complete departure.
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Whether the move signals a broader shift in Harry's professional priorities following his return to Britain remains to be seen.
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