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Yasmeen Lubbock

London

Summary

Commercially minded Head of Partnerships with over a decade of expertise in the marketing sector. I bring hands-on experience in building a business from the ground up and driving growth from inception to scale.

I lead a large and diverse portfolio of merchants, tech platforms, and strategic partners—ensuring high performance and delivering mutual value.

As part of the senior management team, I play a key role in shaping decisions across core business functions including Strategy, Product, Operations, and Talent.

Curious, confident, compassionate, and thoughtful by nature, I naturally build strong internal and external relationships—an essential quality that helps me thrive in a partnerships-driven environment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Head of International

Savoo International
London
08.2021 - Current
  • Sell site advertising inventory to new and existing clients to meet company targets and growth plans
  • Win new business for core SEM revenue channel
  • Negotiate commercials with leading UK retailers
  • Collaborate with internal teams to create compelling sales and marketing materials for prospecting
  • Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with top-tier clients to assess campaign performance and ensure delivering on clients key KPIs
  • Developed sales and marketing materials in partnership with Design team to support prospecting and new business development.
  • Collaborated with front-end designers to optimize UX flow for performance and commercial priorities
  • Worked closely with back-end developers to enhance CRM and operating systems, ensuring operational efficiency
  • Input on defining SEO strategy in conjunction with SEO team, including content planning, link-building initiatives, and deal entry guidelines
  • Setting AOP with Managing Director and Centerfield Board based on historical company performance and external market factors
  • Attended industry networking events and client functions to strengthen relationships and build new partnerships
  • Negotiated contracts and commercial agreements with third-party service providers, ensuring value and alignment with business objectives
  • Training of junior team members, supporting their career development with regular 1:1 coaching

Top line achievements

  • Revenue & Growth of business from -$500k (2011) per year to $10Million EBITDA in years (2025)
  • Market Expansion from two territories to six
  • Consistently top sales contributor from 2020 to 2025
  • Successfully onboarded and trained 8 direct reports on the commercial team

UK Country Manager

Savoo International
London
06.2017 - 08.2021

Senior Account Manager

Savoo International
London
04.2015 - 05.2017

Account Manager

Savoo International
London
10.2013 - 03.2015

Account Executive

Savoo International
London
07.2011 - 09.2013

Recruitment consultant

Quest Search & Selection
London
01.2010 - 06.2011

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developed new business opportunities through tailored in-house presentations, online advertising platforms, and strategic cold calling
  • Researched competitor job adverts to identify active accounts, generating leads and converting them into new business opportunities
  • Wrote and published job advertisements across multiple job boards, tailored to reach relevant retail candidates
  • Managed the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, interviewing, and shortlisting candidates via LinkedIn, headhunting, and CV databases
  • Led client and candidate feedback sessions to evaluate advertising effectiveness and optimise recruitment strategy
  • Negotiated terms of business, including fees, rates, and rebate periods, with new and existing clients
  • Organised and conducted interviews and assessment centres for both high-volume and specialist retail roles

Top Line Achievements

  • Secured new client accounts including Hugo Boss, Emma Bridgewater, Hotter Shoes, Rush Hair, and iPilot
  • Developed a retained relationship with Rush Hair within one month, generating immediate and ongoing revenue
  • Achieved highest revenue and placement figures on the Retail Operations desk in Q1 2011

Probation case administrator

National Probation Service
Harrogate
06.2009 - 03.2010

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managed and updated offender case files using internal systems ensuring accurate, timely record-keeping in accordance with data protection and legal standards
  • Scheduled and coordinated appointments, including offender supervision sessions, court dates, and risk assessments
  • Acted as first point of contact for offenders, handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
  • Produced and distributed key documentation, such as CPS reports, breach letters, and case summaries, under tight deadlines
  • Supported probation officers with case preparation and diary management to streamline offender supervision and risk management

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing

University of Hull
Kingston upon Hull
09.2006 - 05.2009

A-Levels - 4 A-Levels & 1 A-S Level A-C

Harrogate Grammar
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
09.2004 - 06.2006

GCSEs - 11 GCSEs Grade A*-C

Harrogate Grammar School
Harrogate
09.1999 - 06.2004

Affiliations

  • WSET Level 2 Award In Wine
  • Evening courses at Leith's School of Food & Wine
  • Member of Pop Choir ‘Some Voice
  • Gym & Weight Training

Timeline

Head of International

Savoo International
08.2021 - Current

UK Country Manager

Savoo International
06.2017 - 08.2021

Senior Account Manager

Savoo International
04.2015 - 05.2017

Account Manager

Savoo International
10.2013 - 03.2015

Account Executive

Savoo International
07.2011 - 09.2013

Recruitment consultant

Quest Search & Selection
01.2010 - 06.2011

Probation case administrator

National Probation Service
06.2009 - 03.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing

University of Hull
09.2006 - 05.2009

A-Levels - 4 A-Levels & 1 A-S Level A-C

Harrogate Grammar
09.2004 - 06.2006

GCSEs - 11 GCSEs Grade A*-C

Harrogate Grammar School
09.1999 - 06.2004
Yasmeen Lubbock