Louise Bennett
Woodville,South Derbyshire
Summary
A highly skilled professional with expertise in team building, strategic planning, and leadership, demonstrating resourcefulness and problem-solving abilities. Proven track record in programme development, enhancing organisational effectiveness and driving success. Committed to leveraging core competencies to achieve career goals and contribute to impactful initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of Portfolio Management
Derbyshire County Council
Matlock, Derbyshire
05.2023 - 05.2025
- As the head of portfolio management, I am responsible for developing and implementing the council's change portfolio.
- I work with the Managing Director to ensure proper governance and prioritise the portfolio alongside business-as-usual activities and less complex initiatives.
- I lead a small team that ensures each project has clear benefits, allowing senior leadership to make evidence-based decisions on value for money.
- I also manage the council's change approach to balance organisational changes and prevent fatigue.
Team Manager – Special Projects
Leicestershire County Council
Glenfield, Leicestershire
05.2018 - 05.2023
- Supervising the Special Projects team to provide solutions and manage the implementation of complex projects and political issues within the Department.
- Building and maintaining relationships between the Department and key stakeholders, such as politicians, parish councils, and local communities.
- Coordinating cross-departmental programs and projects.
Team Manager – Business Support
Leicestershire County Council
Glenfield, Leicestershire
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Oversee administrative and performance functions, lead service improvement projects, and manage governance initiatives.
- Develop a 3-year Departmental Commissioning Strategy.
- Implement the Departmental performance management framework.
- Manage and implement ISO 9001 and ISO 55001 standards.
Contractor - Project Manager/Business Analyst
Darcel Consulting Ltd
Leicestershire
11.2010 - 12.2015
- Operating my own business involves managing a diverse range of contracts focused on programme management, project management, and business analysis.
- Delivering targeted service improvement projects.
- Conducting analysis and service reviews to identify efficiencies and potential delivery issues.
Head of Service Transformation
North West Leicestershire District Council
Coalville
02.2007 - 11.2010
- Overseeing the development of the authority’s Transformation Programme and Performance Management Framework, as well as managing specific service improvement projects.
- Representing the Chief Executive across various countywide working groups and maintaining essential relationships with key members.
Executive Advisor
KPMG
Cambridge
03.2005 - 02.2007
- To deliver services as requested by clients, including:
- Conducting business analysis for the implementation of a new admissions system for UCAS (University Central Admissions Service)
- Assisting in the development of the programme blueprint for the regeneration of Catterick Barracks, and
- Overseeing the delivery of a self-scanning system for a Library Service.
Education
Diploma in Management Studies -
Leicester University
BA - Library and Information Studies
Brighton Polytechnic
Prince II Project Management – Practitioner - undefined
Managing Successful Programmes – Practitioner - undefined
Management of Portfolios – Practitioner - undefined
ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) – Foundation - undefined
Skills
- Programme and Project Management: Implemented and managed various programmes and projects
- Portfolio Management: Implemented a portfolio management approach
- Leadership: Effective leadership in developing organisational strategy and policy
- Government Knowledge: Thorough understanding of local and national government
- Reputation Building: Proven track record of enhancing organisational reputation
- Resource Management: Experience in leading diverse activities and managing budgets
- Stakeholder Management: Advising stakeholders on various issues and partnership working
- Strategic Planning: High-level strategic planning and performance management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of Portfolio Management
Derbyshire County Council
05.2023 - 05.2025
Team Manager – Special Projects
Leicestershire County Council
05.2018 - 05.2023
Team Manager – Business Support
Leicestershire County Council
01.2016 - 01.2018
Contractor - Project Manager/Business Analyst
Darcel Consulting Ltd
11.2010 - 12.2015
Head of Service Transformation
North West Leicestershire District Council
02.2007 - 11.2010
Executive Advisor
KPMG
03.2005 - 02.2007
BA - Library and Information Studies
Brighton Polytechnic
Prince II Project Management – Practitioner - undefined
Managing Successful Programmes – Practitioner - undefined
Management of Portfolios – Practitioner - undefined
ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) – Foundation - undefined
Diploma in Management Studies -
Leicester University
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