Rachel Jackson-Thompson

An accomplished, commercially-focused leader with a proven ability to drive transformative growth through strategic market development, commercial partnerships, and innovative pricing strategies. With significant experience in high-growth SMEs, I bring expertise in identifying market opportunities, negotiating impactful contracts, and implementing forward-thinking strategies that deliver measurable revenue growth and profitability. Recognised for my ability to influence at the highest levels, I excel in creating value through data-driven decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and leadership in fast-paced environments. My commitment to excellence and proactive approach positions me as a catalyst for sustainable business success.

• Directed the development and execution of a groundbreaking market entry strategy that increased revenue by 20% in under 12 months.
• Spearheaded a pricing strategy overhaul at Pastest, resulting in a 23% sales increase in a key market through the introduction of customer-centric payment models.
• Managed the move between payment gateways, reducing annual costs by 30% and improving international failed payment rates through a wider offering of payment methods.
• Championed a strategic partnership initiative with emerging market leaders, securing contracts worth £3m annually.
• Created a financial model identifying the opportunity for a new product in an existing market, projected to grow revenues by 25% over three years.
• Designed and implemented a market-based pricing strategy that improved profitability by 18% across key product lines.
• Conducted in-depth competitive analysis, identifying opportunities to capture market share and reduce time-to-market for new products by 25%.
• Established a scalable partner program, generating a 30% increase in channel-led sales within two years.

· Self-motivated and driven

· Creative and visionary

· Focused and decisive

· Flexible and versatile

· Ethical and loyal

· Influential and persuasive

· Knowledgeable and experienced

· Honest and trustworthy

· Creative problem solving

· Excellent communicator

· Attention to detail

· Interpersonal relationships

· Planning and organisation

· Working under pressure

· Speed and accuracy

· Meeting deadlines

· Time management

· Highly organised

· Process improvement

· Forward planning

· Teamwork

· Critical thinking

· Technologically competent

Owner - Rachel Jackson Interiors

I run a small Interior design and property consultancy business within the Cheshire area in my spare time, offering various services to residential homes.

Consultant - Jackson-Barr Properties

Working for the family business both in the UK and Australasia on an ad-hoc basis, covering aspects of property development and

management.

• Interior Design
• Property Development
• Spanish
• Netball
• Travelling