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British ArmyStaff Officer at Regional Command (North)
Mar. 2025York, England, United Kingdom
The Institute of LeadershipFellow
Apr. 2024Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS)Justice of the Peace
Sep. 2021Delivering impartial judgments on complex cases, ensuring fair and just outcomes with significant impact on individuals' lives.
Strategic Decision-Making & Safeguarding:
• Make independent, complex decisions affecting vulnerable individuals and families
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to ensure appropriate safeguarding measures
• Maintain highest standards of integrity and confidentiality in sensitive cases
• Demonstrate impartiality and independence in judgment while serving public interest
• Work effectively with various stakeholders including social services, law enforcement, and support agencies
Project RECCEChief Operations Officer
Sep. 2020 - Jan. 2025Manchester, England, United KingdomTransformed Project RECCE from a regional charity to a national leader by driving a digital overhaul and expanding outreach, significantly boosting the charity’s impact. Applied strategic innovation and leadership to drive national engagement and achieve many tangible results.
• Revamped charity operations by implementing a digital strategy in response to COVID-19, expanding from regional to national support and reaching approximately 1,000 beneficiaries.
• Increased the charity’s national profile and engagement by spearheading initiatives with national agencies, raising the charity’s visibility and support across the UK.
• Adopted a collaborative leadership style, guiding a diverse team of 56 ambassadors and 890 beneficiaries, maintaining high performance through clear communication and support.
• Introduced a policy to capture and measure social value, generating over £3.6 million, which led to new strategic partnerships with tier one construction companies.
• Designed and launched a social media app, improving digital community engagement and creating new revenue streams by connecting military personnel with industry partners.
• Implemented new CRM software to automate administrative tasks, boosting efficiency and cutting costs while preserving service quality.
• Created the blended ‘Pathways into Construction’ programme by increasing self-directed study, designing and implementing e-learning modules and reducing tutor-led hours, increasing reach and achieving a 96% success rate in employment.
• Established and chaired Ambassador working groups, growing the ambassador base from 20 to 56 and increasing volunteer output.
• Managed relationships with FTSE 100 companies and key agencies, including DWP and the Office for Veterans' Affairs, building strategic partnerships and driving industry) support. • Co-created a bespoke military career pathway for a FTSE 100 company, contributing to a 1000% improvement rate in their recruitment of military veterans.
British ArmyLearning Development Officer (Captain)
Jul. 2018 - Mar. 2025Fulwood, Lancashire, United KingdomJoined the British Army as a Mechanical Engineer (REME), deploying on Operations in Iraq, Northern Ireland and twice in Afghanistan, as well as multiple overseas exercises. Attended the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst to successfully complete the Commissioning Course (R) before transferring into the Educational and Training Services (ETS).
Policy Implementation & Stakeholder Management:
• Developed and delivered training programs focusing on Training the Trainer and Command, Leadership and Management
• Established quality assurance measures ensuring compliance with regulatory and Awarding Organisation requirements
• Led implementation of new policies and procedures across multiple regions
• Managed sensitive communications with diverse stakeholder groups
• Leadership Development: Expertly trained and mentored JNCOs, SNCOs, and WO’s, shaping future commanders and advancing Army training to meet evolving challenges.
• Training: Led the delivery of leadership and management training across officer ranks, ensuring capability for future operational demands.
• Engagement: Liaison and visiting Reserve Units in the Northwest of England, advising and lecturing on education, leadership development, and funding sources.
Vanguard TrainingBusiness Owner
Sep. 2016Liverpool, United Kingdom
Sunderland CollegeLecturer
Oct. 2012 - Sep. 2016Sunderland
British ArmyBritish Army
Apr. 2000Various
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