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Kirby Allie

London,Tooting

Summary

I am a strategic and creative leader with 14+ years of experience in healthcare and medical sphere, I am passionate about driving brand growth, engagement, and impact within the healthcare space. My expertise spans brand strategy, client relationship management, business development, and integrated marketing, with a strong track record of delivering results. I thrive in dynamic, purpose-driven environments and am eager for an opportunity that challenges me to learn and evolve while leveraging my logistical, communication, leadership, and commercial skills. As a collaborative and motivational team leader, I foster high-performing teams and champion innovative, human-centered marketing approaches that resonate with audiences and drive meaningful change.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Snr Consultant

ZS Associates
London
10.2022 - 02.2025
  • Managed financial responsibility exceeding £3M across two key brands and multiple smaller brands
  • Identified and capitalized on new business opportunities, collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders
  • Led change management initiatives to drive digital and operational transformation within the healthcare and life sciences sectors
  • Designed and executed stakeholder engagement strategies to facilitate seamless adoption of new business models and technologies
  • Developed and delivered training programs and internal marketing campaigns to align employees with organizational change efforts
  • Partnered with senior leadership to craft compelling narratives that strengthened employee engagement and reinforced brand positioning

Internal Initiatives & Contributions:

  • Healthy MindZS, promoting mental well-being initiatives within the organisation
  • ParentZS, providing resources and advocacy for employees returning to work after parental leave
  • ZS Social Team, fostering workplace culture and engagement

Account director

Ogilvy Health
London
10.2020 - 10.2022
  • Oversaw a portfolio valued at over £2M, managing between one and five key brands to drive business success
  • Proactively identified and nurtured new business opportunities by strengthening client relationships and showcasing agency capabilities
  • Led strategic efforts to achieve and exceed growth targets for key accounts
  • Designed and managed market research projects to assess and refine brand strategies and campaign effectiveness
  • Took ownership of project execution, ensuring smooth operations, budget control, and high client satisfaction through ongoing stakeholder engagement
  • Provided financial oversight, including profitability tracking, accurate forecasting, and fee negotiations, while delivering timely performance reports to senior leadership
  • Acted as a key escalation point, addressing internal and client-side challenges, identifying process inefficiencies, and working with teams to implement improvements

Internal Initiatives & Contributions:

  • Ogilvy Health Middle Management: Led coordination efforts to support leadership development and operational efficiency
  • Ogilvy Health Diversity & Inclusion: Played a central role in steering committee initiatives to foster a more inclusive workplace
  • Ogilvy Health Social & Cultural: Contributed to shaping a vibrant and engaged company culture through key committee leadership

Snr Account manager

Ogilvy Health
London
03.2017 - 09.2020

Account director

Ogilvy Health
South Africa
02.2014 - 02.2017

Account manager

Ogilvy Health
South Africa
02.2014 - 02.2016
  • Prepared detailed reports to provide insight into account performance.

Project manager

Exhibition & Events Services
South Africa
01.2010 - 01.2014

Education

Designing for Strategy

IDEO University
London
/2021 - /2022

Collaborative Leadership

IDEO University
London
/2021 - /2022

Power of Purpose

IDEO University
London
/2021 - /2022

Skills

  • Negotiation & Partnership Development
  • Data-Driven Decision Making & Performance Analytics
  • Brand Positioning & Messaging
  • Integrated Marketing Campaigns (Digital, Social, PR, Content)
  • Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
  • Mentoring & Talent Development
  • Change Management & Organizational Growth

Accomplishments

2021, Women in Advertising & Communication Leadership (WACL) Talent Award Winner

WACL is an industry networking organization that brings together the most senior female leaders in marketing and communications. Their members are drawn from brands, media owners, advertising and media agencies, and other industry businesses. The WACL Talent Award is open to all WACL Talent; that is all ambitious and talented women in advertising and communications aspiring to achieve their leadership potential.

Timeline

Snr Consultant

ZS Associates
10.2022 - 02.2025

Account director

Ogilvy Health
10.2020 - 10.2022

Snr Account manager

Ogilvy Health
03.2017 - 09.2020

Account director

Ogilvy Health
02.2014 - 02.2017

Account manager

Ogilvy Health
02.2014 - 02.2016

Project manager

Exhibition & Events Services
01.2010 - 01.2014

Designing for Strategy

IDEO University
/2021 - /2022

Collaborative Leadership

IDEO University
/2021 - /2022

Power of Purpose

IDEO University
/2021 - /2022
Kirby Allie