Experience

Webber Wentzel

• Senior Business Development Manager

  • Aug 2019 - Present

  I am responsible for the business development of the Dispute Resolution Practice and Financial Services Sector. I work closely with the leadership teams of both business units and ensure that the business development initiatives are closely aligned with the firm and business unit strategies. These include client relationship development, collaborative interaction with the rest of the firm’s practices and sectors and service development.



ac Marketing Consultancy

• Marketing and Business Development Consultant

  • May 2018 - Aug 2019

  I consulted to several companies and successfully assisted several start-ups to find brand and business development solutions in various sectors.I consulted within the Anglo American Corporate Marketing Communication team assisting with various external, marketing and brand activations.



Baker McKenzie South Africa

• Marketing and Business Development Manager

  • Sep 2016 - May 2018

  I was responsible for all operational components of the marketing and business development function for global law firm Baker McKenzie South African and work closely with the global teams on joint initiatives. I also managed the successful roll out of the rebrand in South Africa.I supported the partners in the development and implementation of all business development projects and activities in alignment with the strategic business plan. The role focused on building, developing and… I was responsible for all operational components of the marketing and business development function for global law firm Baker McKenzie South African and work closely with the global teams on joint initiatives. I also managed the successful roll out of the rebrand in South Africa.I supported the partners in the development and implementation of all business development projects and activities in alignment with the strategic business plan. The role focused on building, developing and implementing client’s plans that generated business leads, expand existing client matters and drive cross-selling opportunities across the office. Show more Show less



Bowmans (Law Firm)

• Head Operations: Marketing and Business Development

  • Jan 2015 - Sep 2016

  Responsible for all operational functions regarding marketing and business development. My key responsibility was for the firm's marketing, branding, corporate identity, events, communications and branded digital platforms. Played a pivotal role in the development and implementation of the companies rebrand.



DLA Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

• Head: Marketing and Communication

  • May 2010 - Dec 2014

  Developed and managed appropriate branding, marketing and communication solutions as well as successfully implementing key strategic initiatives within the firm. I managed the successful implementation of key strategic initiatives within the firm that were previously lacking or in need of development. Including the project managing, development and roll out of Microsoft Dynamics – Client Management System (CRM), a new intranet system and a new website with an in-house Content Management System… Developed and managed appropriate branding, marketing and communication solutions as well as successfully implementing key strategic initiatives within the firm. I managed the successful implementation of key strategic initiatives within the firm that were previously lacking or in need of development. Including the project managing, development and roll out of Microsoft Dynamics – Client Management System (CRM), a new intranet system and a new website with an in-house Content Management System (CMS) capability. Show more Show less



Werksmans Attorneys (SA)

• Client Relationship Specialist

  • May 2008 - May 2010

  Responsible for building client relationships and maximising firm profile to key stakeholders. Managed the development and roll out of CRM system whilst finding innovative ways for a firm to connect and engage with clients.



Heath Lambert Group

• Brand Manager

  • Mar 2007 - Mar 2008

  Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the integrity of the Group's corporate brand throughout the business and developed and implemented internal communication programmes that supported the groups brand identity. Also developed and rolled out the group’s corporate guidelines and training to relevant staff across the UK.



Investec, Brit Insurance, Toronto Dominion Securities

• Contract

  • May 2005 - Mar 2007

  Worked in various contract positions whilst looking for a suitable permanent role.Job Description:Most positions listed were either Team PA or marketing positions working for no less than five members of a team up to as many as thirty on a trading floor.The roles included, travel arrangements, expense claims, monthly report formatting, updating internet content, extensive diary management and various administrative duties.



HSBC

• Marketing and Brand Manager

  • May 1998 - Dec 2005

  Managed HSBC's brand throughout Southern Africa striving to consistently align branding with Group Standards. In instances where this is not the case, corrective action was identified and implemented and confirm compliance against group standards. Custodian of corporate identity usage within all marketing collateral for HSBC