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Kathryn Whitrow

Kathryn Whitrow

Neath

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in business structures, financial management, and customer service. Demonstrates strong leadership skills and proficiency in SWOT analysis, budgetary oversight, and business model analysis. Adept at business case development, financial forecasting, and strategic planning to drive success. Leverages interpersonal expertise to foster collaborative environments and enhance business performance.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Agricultural Business Consultant Snr Associate

Brown & Co
Banbury, Oxfordshire
12.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with clients to prepare and monitor budgets effectively.
  • Engaged with financial funders to secure lending facilities for business growth.
  • Reviewed business structures to enhance planning processes and operational efficiency.
  • Facilitated discussions with clients on opportunities for business operation diversification.

Agriculture Relationship Director

Barclays
Wales
09.2015 - 07.2024
  • Managed a portfolio of 65 clients in agricultural and related industries.
  • Oversaw a debt portfolio exceeding £200 million.
  • Structured financial facilities to facilitate client expansion and growth.
  • Supported daily working capital requirements through tailored solutions.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards in all operations.
  • Applied knowledge of land law to optimise security structuring.
  • Acted as a trusted partner, discussing opportunities with clients.
  • Reviewed historical and forecast financial information for informed decision-making.

Area Director - Corporate Banking

Barclays
Mid & SouthWest Wales
01.2003 - 09.2016
  • Managed a team of over 50 employees with a portfolio exceeding 1,000 clients and £800 million in debt.
  • Developed comprehensive business plans to facilitate company growth.
  • Optimised resource allocation to enhance productivity.
  • Recruited, trained, and developed team members to strengthen capabilities.
  • Drove process improvements to streamline workflow efficiency.

Support Team Manager

Barclays
Swansea
04.1995 - 01.2003
  • Established operating model adopted nationally, enhancing organisational efficiency.
  • Streamlined communication channels to facilitate effective information exchange.
  • Created supportive work environment, resulting in retention of high-performing employees.
  • Managed performance reviews, recruitment, and disciplinary processes for team members.

Various admin Roles

Barclays
South Wales
  • Executed daily responsibilities with precision and efficiency.
  • Acquired and implemented new skills swiftly, resulting in successive promotions.
  • Maintained a respectful, friendly environment while assisting colleagues.
  • Managed branch tills as cashier to ensure efficient transactions.
  • Performed diverse back office administrative duties to support operations.
  • Contributed to securities office functions, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

Education

GCSEs -

Brecon High School
Brecon
09.1979 - 06.1983

Diploma of Higher Education - Business studies

Coleg Powys
Brecon
09.1983 - 06.1985

Skills

  • Interpersonal expertise
  • SWOT analysis expertise
  • Budgetary oversight
  • Business model analysis
  • Business strategy
  • Budgeting
  • Business case development
  • Business strategy planning
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Business modelling
  • Business planning
  • Presentation skills
  • Customer Service
  • Financial management
  • Strong leadership skills

Other responsibilities

Chair of NFU Cymru Lesser Favoured Area board 

Secretary of Sennybridge Livestock Market

Member of Royal Welsh Show Feature County 

Timeline

Agricultural Business Consultant Snr Associate

Brown & Co
12.2024 - Current

Agriculture Relationship Director

Barclays
09.2015 - 07.2024

Area Director - Corporate Banking

Barclays
01.2003 - 09.2016

Support Team Manager

Barclays
04.1995 - 01.2003

Diploma of Higher Education - Business studies

Coleg Powys
09.1983 - 06.1985

GCSEs -

Brecon High School
09.1979 - 06.1983

Various admin Roles

Barclays

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