Harry loses top $1m-a-year job at Silicon Valley firm: Duke steps down into advisory role at mental health company BetterUp after he and Meghan moved back to UK

Prince Harry has stepped away from his high-profile executive position at Silicon Valley-based mental health and coaching company BetterUp, marking a significant change in his professional commitments following his family’s reported return to the United Kingdom.

The Duke of Sussex, who joined BetterUp in 2021 as its first Chief Impact Officer, is transitioning into a senior adviser position after five years with the company. The announcement was made on November 6 by BetterUp chief executive and co-founder Alexi Robichaux.

Harry’s departure from the executive position has attracted considerable attention, particularly because the role was reportedly worth around $1 million annually when he first joined the company.

Although the exact financial terms of his new arrangement have not been disclosed, the transition represents a move away from his previous leadership responsibilities.

A New Chapter at BetterUp

According to BetterUp, Harry will continue working with the company but will concentrate on selected projects involving major corporate clients.

Robichaux described the Duke’s five-year contribution as an important chapter in the company’s development, praising his understanding of coaching and his efforts to promote mental fitness.

The chief executive also explained that Harry’s new responsibilities would give him greater flexibility to pursue investments, explore business opportunities and dedicate more time to philanthropic causes.

The announcement presented the transition as a continuation of the partnership rather than a complete departure.

His Move Back to Britain Raises Questions

The timing of the announcement has also attracted attention because it follows reports that Harry and Meghan have relocated their family from California to the United Kingdom.

The couple previously stepped back from their senior working royal responsibilities in 2020 before establishing a new life in the United States.

Harry’s BetterUp appointment became one of his most prominent corporate positions after leaving royal duties.

His transition to an advisory role has therefore prompted renewed discussions about how his professional priorities may evolve as he settles into life back in Britain.

What Comes Next for the Duke?

Despite stepping away from his executive title, Harry is not completely leaving BetterUp.

The company has confirmed that its relationship with the Duke will continue, including its partnership with the Invictus Games Foundation, the organisation he established to support wounded, injured and sick military personnel and veterans.

Harry is also expected to maintain his involvement in charitable initiatives and other business interests.

For now, his move into an advisory position marks another significant development in the Duke of Sussex’s post-royal career.

Whether this change signals a broader shift in his professional ambitions remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: his role at BetterUp is entering a new chapter.