Intelligent, resourceful and committed with a proven-track record of working in varied administrative roles for senior individuals/organisations which require discretion. Adept at planning and delivering multiple projects at once and collaborating with team members. Experience of managing a busy diary, organising meeting and travel arrangements, and dealing with all types of correspondence and information governance. Knowledgeable about working with different professional stakeholders and leading on research, analysis and projects. An effective manager of a team with good leadership, organisational skills and communication abilities
Supported a Member of Parliament with all duties. Managed all day to day political campaigns and engagement with electors. Campaign managed two successful re-election bids, managed a large team, directed the campaign, raised money, responded to media enquiries, designed campaign literature, etc. Managed a busy diary with many competing demands; responded to all enquiries from constituents and stakeholders preparing appropriate responses to all enquiries; conducted research and policy work; wrote speeches and prepared briefings; represented the MP in person; managed and responded to media enquiries and prepared written articles. Led a team of 5 members of staff in completing all administration duties to support the MP
A locally elected Councillor in a Metropolitan Borough Council. I held a variety of positions including Deputy Leader of the Council, Leader of the Opposition, and Chair of various Scrutiny Panels.