Guy Gillbe
Bracknell,Berkshire
Summary
Parliamentary caseworker and communications lead with extensive experience in local government, campaigns, and community engagement. Skilled in stakeholder relations, policy support, and strategic communications, with a proven record of delivering results in both elected office and campaign leadership. Combines strong analytical ability with clear public communication, developed through roles in Parliament, local government, and the charity sector.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Caseworker & Communications Lead
Matt Rodda MP
Reading, Berkshire
09.2025 - Current
- Lead constituency communications, including social media, press releases, and community outreach.
- Draft reports, briefings, and responses, analysing enquiry trends to support parliamentary priorities.
- Handle constituent casework, resolving issues on housing, benefits, transport, and local services.
- Build relationships with local media, stakeholders, and community groups to enhance engagement.
- Support surgeries, events, and public meetings, ensuring effective representation.
Cabinet Member, Planning, Transport & Countryside
Bracknell Forest Council
Bracknell, Berkshire
05.2024 - Current
- Led adoption of the Local Transport Plan to 2037, securing unanimous cross-party approval.
- Spearheaded a new Housing Planning Document to promote sustainable construction and affordable housing.
- Entrusted with additional responsibilities for conservation and protection of natural heritage.
- Acted as lead spokesperson on planning, infrastructure, and environmental policy.
- Chaired the Thames Basin Heaths Joint Strategic Partnership Board, building cross-border collaboration.
Executive Member, Planning & Transport
Bracknell Forest Council
Bracknell, Berkshire
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Oversaw completion of the borough's Local Plan for housing, securing cross-party support from all four political groups.
- Navigated political challenges within the portfolio budget to achieve unanimous approval.
- Expanded public engagement through forums, social media, and resident involvement in planning.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships to secure investment in transport and infrastructure.
- Directed capital projects to improve road networks and modernise local transport schemes.
Campaign Organiser
Bracknell Labour Party
Bracknell, Berkshire
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Designed and delivered local campaign strategy, directing canvassing, data management, and GOTV operations.
- Recruited, trained, and coordinated volunteers, maximising limited resources for high-impact campaigning.
- Improved targeting and efficiency by restructuring voter data systems and campaign processes.
- Organised the constituency's largest campaign rally in recent years, boosting visibility and engagement.
- Achieved record results: grew representation from 4 to 22 seats in 2023 local elections and overturned a 20,000 Conservative majority to elect Bracknell's first Labour MP in 2024.
Helpline & Operative Support Officer
Child Autism UK
Winkfield, Berkshire
06.2014 - 09.2020
- Maintained continuity of services during the charity's transition from Peach to Child Autism UK.
- Sustained and developed the UK's only national non-booking autism helpline, supporting families nationwide.
- Streamlined case management processes, reducing delays and improving programme delivery.
- Supported expansion of clinicians into new UK locations, broadening access to tailored services.
- Acted as the key link between administrative operations and clinicians, ensuring consistent, effective service delivery.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) - Elections, Campaigns and Democracy
Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham 09.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Modern History & Politics
Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham 09.2009 - 07.2012
Skills
- Political Communications & Media Relations
- Casework & Constituency Support
- Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Building
- Strategic Campaign Planning
- Public Speaking & Representation
- Policy Analysis & Briefing Writing
- Team Leadership & Volunteer Coordination
- Event & Community Engagement
Affiliations
- Rambling
- Formula 1
- Natural history
- Historic exploration
Certification
- TV Interview Training with Laura Trant (former BBC South Today reporter)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caseworker & Communications Lead
Matt Rodda MP
09.2025 - Current
Cabinet Member, Planning, Transport & Countryside
Bracknell Forest Council
05.2024 - Current
Executive Member, Planning & Transport
Bracknell Forest Council
05.2023 - 05.2024
Campaign Organiser
Bracknell Labour Party
02.2022 - 08.2024
Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) - Elections, Campaigns and Democracy
Royal Holloway, University of London
09.2020 - 08.2022
Helpline & Operative Support Officer
Child Autism UK
06.2014 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Modern History & Politics
Royal Holloway, University of London
09.2009 - 07.2012