Summary
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Education
Skills
Certification
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Brigit Douglas

Brigit Douglas

Corbridge

Summary

Strategy professional with five years of experience supporting senior executives and entrepreneurs in tech development, membership communities, and luxury brands. Expertise in brand consultancy, focusing on program creation and brand narratives that align with company values and new market opportunities. Proven ability to enhance brand identity and communication strategies while managing multiple projects under pressure. Skilled in consumer research and content innovation, with a track record of maintaining confidentiality and integrity in all processes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Freelance Executive Assistant & Brand Consultant

In Good Company
London
07.2024 - 09.2025
  • Secured £35k funding to support 30 businesses in London and devised six-month project plan.
  • Implemented change management initiatives to ensure seamless organisational transition during repositioning.
  • Drafted comprehensive proposals advising senior management on strategic decisions.
  • Produced sector-specific content to align with updated brand direction.
  • Created detailed business plans for successful entry into new marketplace.
  • Oversaw brand's B2B content and messaging strategy.
  • Optimised executive workflow by managing schedules and itineraries efficiently.
  • Coordinated project schedules, ensuring adherence to deadlines.

Freelance Brand Consultant

Peter Harrington Rare Books
London
03.2025 - 04.2025
  • Consulted on brand strategy for globally recognised antiquarian bookseller.
  • Coordinated editorial outputs, and logistics, across creative agencies, PR, and cataloguing teams to ensure accuracy and cross-department cohesion through new vision.
  • Conducted detailed research and editorial review of rare works, verifying provenance and finding key points of interest to drive values-based-pricing.
  • Developed strategic framework and starter content for team's editorial output over 12-months, enhancing scholarly reputation, targeting HNWI and legacy collectors.
  • Collaborated with writer as head of storytelling to draft historically grounded, engaging brand narrative.
  • Led project strategy with clear milestones to direct team efforts.
  • Identified organisational needs to improve overall business performance.
  • Assisted teams in implementing recommendations and revising staff instructions, updating Standard Operating Procedure.

Membership Director

Organisation for Responsible Businesses (ORB)
Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea
01.2021 - 03.2025
  • Managed community compliance for over 250 members, devising onboarding and marketing programmes aligned with organisational policies.
  • Directed content development for Responsible Business Standard course to modernise style and enhance accessibility.
  • Maintained current knowledge of industry trends and ESG policies to offer relevant guidance to members.
  • Boosted quality of care by providing 1:1 support and addressing member communications effectively.
  • Advised small businesses on values-based strategies to enhance reputation and integrity.
  • Increased brand awareness through monthly newsletters and networking events, resulting in greater member engagement.
  • Represented organisation at events, earning a Rising Star award in ESG category.
  • Authored press releases, articles, and speeches for senior leadership to communicate key initiatives.

Paralegal (Work Experience)

Gibson & Co
Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
11.2024 - 11.2024
  • Reviewed 1000+ pages legal documents and case papers for accuracy and clarity, learning fast with no previous understanding of key dates but putting them to use when analysing disputes.
  • Assisted solicitor during court appearances, ensuring preparedness.
  • Gained exposure to client communications, wills, probate, property and court processes by joining team efforts and offering administrative support on individual basis.
  • Observed over 10 private client lawyer operations, commercial dispute, mediation, and land law procedures to gain comprehensive understanding, shadowing and building rapport with three solicitors.
  • Instrumental in providing solution to one year old Wills and Probate case.

Specialist Fitter

Bravissimo
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
04.2019 - 04.2020
  • Provided tailored product recommendations based on specific customer needs, specialising in maternity, discreet needs, and post-operative fittings.
  • Cultivated long-term client relationships, with approach ensuring satisfaction from welcome to after-sales despite fast-paced environment.
  • Enhanced repeat customers and sales opportunities through attentive listening and thoughtful responses.
  • Promoted team collaboration and morale with ongoing support initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Cambridge
Cambridge

Skills

  • Copywriting (B2B, B2C, specialist, academic)
  • Document preparation and contract review
  • Process improvement methodologies
  • Strategic planning and partnership development
  • Community management
  • Research-based analysis skills
  • Brand understanding and identity creation
  • Target audience identification and segmentation
  • Ethics advocacy initiatives
  • SEO, email marketing, and campaign management

Certification

  • Python App Design (CodeFirstGirls)
  • Actively studying Wills & Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Conveyancing (online courses)
  • Actively studying materials to support founders with Autism and ADHD (online courses)

Affiliations

  • Foraging
  • Canine and Equine behaviour
  • History of Medicine, Psychology and Medical Ethics
  • The life and works of George Orwell

Accomplishments

    Python App Design winner (CFG)

    Rising Star winner: ESG category (WeAreTheCity)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Freelance Brand Consultant

Peter Harrington Rare Books
03.2025 - 04.2025

Paralegal (Work Experience)

Gibson & Co
11.2024 - 11.2024

Freelance Executive Assistant & Brand Consultant

In Good Company
07.2024 - 09.2025

Membership Director

Organisation for Responsible Businesses (ORB)
01.2021 - 03.2025

Specialist Fitter

Bravissimo
04.2019 - 04.2020

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Cambridge
Brigit Douglas