Amira Leifer
About Amira Leifer
Amira Leifer serves as the Head of Associates for the Americas at Spencer Stuart, a role she has held since 2021. With a diverse background in career management and human capital, she has previously worked at notable organizations such as McKinsey & Company and Oliver Wyman.
Work at Spencer Stuart
Amira Leifer has been serving as the Head of Associates for the Americas at Spencer Stuart since 2021. In this role, she oversees the management and development of associates within the organization. Prior to this position, she held the role of Director of Associates from 2011 to 2017, where she contributed to the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of the associates' program. Additionally, she worked as Head of Associates and Analysts for the US from 2017 to 2021, further solidifying her expertise in talent management and development within the firm.
Education and Expertise
Amira Leifer holds a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, which she completed in 2022. She also earned an MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business. Her educational background includes a degree in Modern Thought and Literature from Stanford University. Furthermore, she is a Certified Coach from the Hudson Institute of Coaching, enhancing her skills in leadership and personal development.
Background in Career Management
Before her tenure at Spencer Stuart, Amira Leifer worked at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania as Senior Associate Director of MBA Career Management from 2009 to 2011. In this capacity, she was responsible for guiding MBA students in their career paths and enhancing their employability. Her earlier experience includes a role as Head of Human Capital for North America at Oliver Wyman from 2005 to 2009 and as Director of the US Business Analyst Program at McKinsey & Company from 1998 to 2005.
Professional Experience Prior to Spencer Stuart
Amira Leifer's career includes significant roles in various organizations. She served as Associate Program Officer at the Surdna Foundation from 1994 to 1998, where she was involved in program development and management. Her extensive experience in human capital and career management spans multiple industries, showcasing her ability to lead and develop talent effectively.