Marketing Consultant

• Sep 2020 - Present

Director

• Jul 2020 - Present

I'm throwing myself out there to the world and working for myself! I am a passionate marketer, account manager, project manager and tea drinker. I'm working with a number of businesses across the UK to offer marketing support and social media management. I'm throwing myself out there to the world and working for myself! I am a passionate marketer, account manager, project manager and tea drinker. I'm working with a number of businesses across the UK to offer marketing support and social media management.

Marketing & Communications Manager

• Feb 2019 - Jul 2020

Marketing Manager for a network of law firms across the UK. Incorporating different names and brands, working to ensure consistency throughout all marketing and communications. This role included social media strategy and management, advertising and sponsorship, event management, website management and maintenance, design and print. Coles Solicitors is a brand steeped in history in the North of England. A high-street business looking after local people. Following a takeover in August 2019, Coles Solicitors has merged with Kingly Solicitors who have law firms across the South of the UK. My role at Coles Solicitors/Kingly Solicitors was made redundant during the COVID-19 pandemic. Show less

Client Relationship Manager

• Jan 2016 - Sep 2018

Client Relationship Manager at Simply Thank You Corporate, provider of specialist customer and employee engagement programs powered by EQ – unique reward technology with a mix and match functionality for businesses to reward their way. Working with a number of high profile accounts including Volkswagen Group, General Motors, Sky and Virgin Media provide day to day management and bespoke project management. Account and project management duties included: - managing day to day activities of various brands - arranging webinars and training to external clients as necessary - provide tailored solutions for each client - delivering, monitoring and updating web portals - delivering cost reductions for customer loyalty, retention and reward programmes Show less

Business Development Manager

• May 2015 - Jan 2016

A growing small company, my role as Business Development Manager was varied. Encompassing the responsibility for sales and new lead generation, I oversaw the targets and KPI's for our Training Advisor Team. This included project and campaign management, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Alongside my role as Business Development Manager, I was also responsible for the Marketing Department. This involved both internal and external communications, brand awareness, database management, PR, social media and events/exhibitions. I was responsible for managing print and creative design requirements, liaising with external agencies to ensure our corporate identity is adhered to.I was responsible for reporting business data to the CEO and Founder Director, as well as presenting reports to the Board of Directors for monthly meetings. Show less

Operations Manager

• Apr 2014 - Jan 2016

In this role I was responsible for the day to day operations of the business. This included managing a team of 3 people, whilst overseeing other departments. The nature of the business meant that we had a huge network of Supply Teachers across the country and it was important that we maintain quality relationships with both teachers and customer schools.Whilst being responsible for the Training Advisor Team, the main focus is on account management and sales. With challenging monthly targets, this team is responsible for generating sales and renewing and maintaining existing relationships. I spent a lot of time throughout my time with Sound Training creating and implementing new processes and procedures. Show less

Customer Liaison Officer

• Mar 2013 - May 2014

Sound Training is a unique mainstream literacy programme, designed to boost reading ability, vocabulary and confidence of pupils in Key Stage 2, 3 and 4. The programme targets pupils from average ability, rather than low ability SEN pupils.This role involved working with a number of schools across the country to assess and increase their literacy skills. I was responsible for advising schools on the best package from Sound Training, taking in to account budget, capacity and relationship. As this role developed I led in developing the Customer Journey which is the process by which all of our customers go through. This was critical in ensuring the needs of our customers are met in both a timely and professional manner. As the business grew I was given the opportunity to apply for the position of Operations Manager. Show less

Director

• Sep 2012 - Mar 2013

After being made redundant whilst on maternity leave from 19 Marketing, I decided to use my skills and expertise in the field of Marketing to set up my own business; Cloud 83 Marketing. Working with a number of small local companies, I offered in house marketing services as well as creative design and print. This enabled companies to outsource the marketing element of their company, making vast cost reductions. With some clients I was embedded in to their organisation as their Marketing Department, working 1-2 days per week from their office. Again, this enabled them to have a more structured approach to their marketing activities, whilst not having the burden of a full time Marketing Manager. Due to personal circumstances I dissolved the business. Show less

Account Manager

• Jul 2012 - Mar 2013

My role within Splash Print Management was commission based and I was responsible for generating business from customers who I had previous dealings with. As part of this position I was a member of the BNI Westpark Chapter where I was active in generating referrals for members of that Chapter. It was a great privilege to be involved in this for a short time and I was proactive in maintaining relationships. Please note that this company is no longer in operation. My role within Splash Print Management was commission based and I was responsible for generating business from customers who I had previous dealings with. As part of this position I was a member of the BNI Westpark Chapter where I was active in generating referrals for members of that Chapter. It was a great privilege to be involved in this for a short time and I was proactive in maintaining relationships. Please note that this company is no longer in operation.

Account Manager

• Mar 2011 - May 2012

I worked with the team at 19 Marketing for little over a year providing marketing support, design and print to clients in and around the North East. I was responsible for working with clients to ensure they were getting the most out of their marketing budgets, whether that was helping them to write an effective marketing plan and strategy to target certain sectors, or implementing a communications strategy to ensure all budgets were used efficiently. Unfortunately the company went into liquidation in May 2012 and as a result I was made redundant whilst on maternity leave. Show less

Marketing Manager

• Dec 2009 - Feb 2011

During my time at hpm i worked with a number of local and national businesses requiring both marketing, communications and event management needs. I worked with a wide range of organisation from both public to private organisation, with varying degrees of timescales and budgets. Often i was used to provide in-house marketing support to clients across the North East, working with the NHS and local universities. This role included organising, coordinating and facilitating an event at Durham Cathedral on behalf of the NHS as well as working with the Marketing Department at Middlesbrough Football Club to promote their Season Card Campaign in 2010. Show less

Marketing Manager

• 2006 - 2009

A fantastic start to my career working with two iconic brands, Vauxhall and Chevrolet, responsible for marketing across three sites within Yorkshire and the Tees Valley. Responsible for promoting the company both North East wide and across the UK, I worked closely with the HO of Vauxhall and Chevrolet to ensure brand consistency across everything we did. This role also included leasing with our advertising agency weekly to come up with compelling and creative content for our online and paper advertising. Show less

Economic Development & Marketing Officer

• 2002 - 2003

I worked at Sedgefield Borough Council during my placement year at the University of Teesside. Securing a placement was extremely challenging and many of my peers were unable to find suitable experience. My time at Sedgefield Borough Business Service, part of the Council, gave me great insight into the business environment and I was able to build relationships with some fantastic companies. Following my successful placement year, my contract was extended for a further 3 months, before returning to University in the September. Show less