Experience

Education Business Partnership (NW)

• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director

  • Sep 2014 - Present

  Lancashire Award winning Education Business Partnership (NW) helps to prepare young people for the world of work. We raise aspirations and create meaningful encounters with businesses throughout the North West helping to develop a pipeline of future talent. We provide a dedicated and professional service for businesses, educational establishments, Local Authorities, and communities providing high quality employability and personal development support, specialising in work… Show more Award winning Education Business Partnership (NW) helps to prepare young people for the world of work. We raise aspirations and create meaningful encounters with businesses throughout the North West helping to develop a pipeline of future talent. We provide a dedicated and professional service for businesses, educational establishments, Local Authorities, and communities providing high quality employability and personal development support, specialising in work experience. All our activities and programmes provide excellent evidence for Ofsted and for businesses we can assist with Social Value Reporting. *Work Experience Programmes *Mentoring *Leadership and Development Activities *Social Skills *Employability Skills Show less



Self Employed

• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Freelance Business Development and Tender Writer

  • Sep 2014 - Dec 2015

  Comprehensive corporate tender and bid writing services focusing on education, employment and third sector including: Sourcing and Market Analysis of Request to Quote, Invitation to Tender and Proposal Opportunities Bid Writing, PQQ and Tender Submissions Local and National Partnership Development and Liaison Project Development Contract Management Strategy Support Planning and Policies I also offer Business Award Submission Writing - with 100% track record of my… Show more Comprehensive corporate tender and bid writing services focusing on education, employment and third sector including: Sourcing and Market Analysis of Request to Quote, Invitation to Tender and Proposal Opportunities Bid Writing, PQQ and Tender Submissions Local and National Partnership Development and Liaison Project Development Contract Management Strategy Support Planning and Policies I also offer Business Award Submission Writing - with 100% track record of my clients being listed as finalists. Show less



The Via Partnership

• United Kingdom
• Individual and Family Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Development Manager

  • 2010 - Sep 2014

  Responsible for the submission of high quality tender submissions (low to high value) including stakeholder and partnerships collaboration. Worked closely with the Chief Executive, Director of Development and Board to develop the corporate bids and tenders strategy and commercial sales delivery to ensure alignment with the organisations business plan. Responsible for the reporting and operational management of corporate sales team, business development targets and budgets.… Show more Responsible for the submission of high quality tender submissions (low to high value) including stakeholder and partnerships collaboration. Worked closely with the Chief Executive, Director of Development and Board to develop the corporate bids and tenders strategy and commercial sales delivery to ensure alignment with the organisations business plan. Responsible for the reporting and operational management of corporate sales team, business development targets and budgets. Significantly contributed to the overall turnover over the organisation and substantially increased the strike rate through the introduction and management of a clear bidding policy and procedure. Supported and advised Departmental Operations Managers on the future direction of the school commercial sales programmes alongside project and contract management, building strong operational and strategic knowledge. Advised on marketing campaigns and associated literature in line with company branding. Developed strong links with National and North West based public, private and third sector partners to ensure multi agency approaches and collaborations of mutual financial and service benefit including consortium development and employer engagement. The Via Partnership is a social business and charity based in Leyland, Lancashire. Via's main purpose is to improve skills and reduce unemployment. Via helps people to move forward in work and life and helps employers to develop their business and their workforce. Via was previously trading as CXL, and is owned by Lancashire County Council, Blackpool Council and Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council and delivers work for Lancashire Education Business Partnership, a registered charity Show less



Lancashire Education Business Partnership

• United Kingdom
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Manager

  • 2005 - 2010

  • Strategic level management and business planning including departmental management and budgets • Responsible for annual growth through new and repeat tender submissions and commercial opportunities including Government Offices and Charitable Grants (including fundraising) • Development of curriculum, mentoring, employability and work based learning programmes • Deputy to Operations Director Lancashire Education Business Partnership… Show more • Strategic level management and business planning including departmental management and budgets • Responsible for annual growth through new and repeat tender submissions and commercial opportunities including Government Offices and Charitable Grants (including fundraising) • Development of curriculum, mentoring, employability and work based learning programmes • Deputy to Operations Director Lancashire Education Business Partnership is a registered charity, positively committed to building bridges between the education and business communities across Lancashire. We have an overwhelming commitment to help develop the students of today to become the workforce of tomorrow and help businesses become a vital cog in the community, driving the education system forward. Show less



Burtonwood PLC

• Managed House Assistant, supporting Retail & Business Development Managers

  • 2001 - 2005

  Key member of Managed House Division of Burtonwood PLC, 40 public house sites with a total turnover of £15.5m net pa, including a food estate of £3.3m net pa, reporting net retail profit of £3.7m. • Responsible for managing a very productive office plus provide full office & operational support to 3 Area Managers and 45 licensed house managers • Event marketing & product promotion planning - design, development, costing & evaluation • Analysis of sales & accounting statements to… Show more Key member of Managed House Division of Burtonwood PLC, 40 public house sites with a total turnover of £15.5m net pa, including a food estate of £3.3m net pa, reporting net retail profit of £3.7m. • Responsible for managing a very productive office plus provide full office & operational support to 3 Area Managers and 45 licensed house managers • Event marketing & product promotion planning - design, development, costing & evaluation • Analysis of sales & accounting statements to produce minor financial reports for board • Control & monitor invoice payments on purchase ledger system (SAP system) • Recruitment & co-ordination of student placements/internships • Manage & co-ordinate in house events – AGM, area meetings, training courses, as well as external community fundraising activities in line with the companies selected charities • Customer care, general enquiries & complaint handling • Liaise with nominated suppliers, both food & retail in terms of co-ordinating site visits & costs • Work closely with Area Managers to develop product & business standards • Personal Assistant duties & report writing for management committee member (Board Level) and management of University Placement Scheme • Provide advice & guidance to licensed house managers, staff members & customers in relation to expenditure control, operational issues & product details Show less