Partner has been successfully added to your Shortlist
Go to Shortlist or continue search
Shortlist 0
Other disciplines
Foundation
Read more about levels here
Programme Manager
Pound935
Junior
Read more about levels here
Change Analyst
Pound485
Industries
Communication Services Communication Services Information Technology Information Technology Sustainable Sustainable
Projects
Business and Process Optimisation Business and Process Optimisation Data Transformation and Warehousing Data Transformation and Warehousing Digital Transformation Digital Transformation
Property Change Property Change System Implementation System Implementation
See all
About me

I am an experienced manager with 35 years of work experience, 33 years of which were in management. I specialize in the management of management, policy and governance, and Information and Communication Technology. My expertise lies in management analysts and consultants, IT managers, and other related roles.

Superpowers
Business Transformation Lean Six Sigma Process Improvement Resource Management
Skills
Business TransformationCustomer ServiceDigital TransformationLean Six SigmaProcess ImprovementResource Management
Experience
May, 2021
Current
programme director
Information TechnologyInformation Technology
Professional services
Responsible for the successful planning and delivery of the FTTP Gigabit Broadband rollout across the island of Guernsey. Developed the concept, business case, funding, setup and delivery of the project, ensuring its successful completion.
Key responsibilities Key responsibilities
  • Developed project concept
  • Created business case
  • Secured funding
  • Managed setup and delivery
Key achievements Key achievements
  • Successfully delivered FTTP rollout
  • Achieved project milestones
  • Secured additional funding
  • Ensured successful completion
Feb, 2020
May, 2021
programme director
Professional Services
Provided expertise in network expansion, developing rural FTTP build programmes, alternative build architectures and operating models, wholesale partnerships and investment prospects. Generated innovative solutions to increase network coverage and broaden access to fibre technology.
Key responsibilities Key responsibilities
  • Developed rural FTTP build programmes
  • Identified alternative build architectures and operating models
  • Established wholesale partnerships with other FTTP operators
  • Identified and evaluated fibre investment prospects
Key achievements Key achievements
  • Successfully secured DCMS voucher funding
  • Created business cases for fibre investment prospects
  • Developed innovative solutions to increase network coverage
  • Broadened access to fibre technology
Jan, 2009
Dec, 2011
programme director service transformation programme
Communication ServicesCommunication Services
Service Transformation
Delivered a business transformation programme for a broadband provider, focussing on reducing churn, operating costs and supplier performance. Used Lean Six Sigma and other process improvement methods to reduce sales acquisition costs, internal supplier charges and external supplier costs, resulting in a £2M operating profit. Improved NPS, CSAT and churn throughout the programme.
Key responsibilities Key responsibilities
  • Designed business transformation programme
  • Reduced sales acquisition costs
  • Reduced internal supplier charges
  • Reduced external supplier costs
Key achievements Key achievements
  • Took business from £8M operating loss to £2M operating profit
  • Significantly improved NPS, CSAT and Churn
  • Reduced Sales Acquisition costs
  • Reduced Internal Supplier charges
Mar, 1999
Mar, 2002
operations director
Communication ServicesCommunication Services
Broadband Transformation
Delivered a Business Transformation Programme for a DSL Broadband business, resulting in a reduction of Sales Acquisition costs, Internal Supplier charges and External Supplier costs. This led to a £6M operating profit and improved NPS, CSAT and Churn throughout the Programme by implementing a Lean Six Sigma Business Process Improvement programme.
Key responsibilities Key responsibilities
  • Designed Business Transformation Programme
  • Reduced Sales Acquisition costs
  • Reduced Internal Supplier charges
  • Reduced External Supplier costs
Key achievements Key achievements
  • Took business from £8M operating loss to £2M operating profit
  • Significantly improved NPS, CSAT and Churn
  • Reduced Sales Acquisition costs
  • Reduced Internal Supplier charges
Jun, 1997
Mar, 1999
operations director of internet service provider
Data & Telecoms
Operations Director of B2B Data & Telecoms provider General Telecom, responsible for leading and managing the company's network expansion. Developed and implemented strategies to increase reach and market penetration. Ensured customer satisfaction and effective use of resources. Delivered projects on time and within budget.
Key responsibilities Key responsibilities
  • Developed and implemented network expansion strategies.
  • Managed and monitored network expansion.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction.
  • Delivered projects on time and within budget.
Key achievements Key achievements
  • Increased reach and market penetration.
  • Optimised use of resources.
  • Developed customer loyalty.
  • Increased profitability.
Aug, 2019
Jan, 2020
programme director
Professional Services
Responsible for the successful funding, planning and delivery of a FTTP Rural Broadband Build in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Recruited, set up and managed a regional Delivery Team of Design, Network Access, Programme Management and Network Build experts. Successfully funded, designed and delivered a 2020 Commercial Build Programme, as well as rebuilding the BDUK Programme and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders in BDUK, District Councils, County Councils and Highways.
Key responsibilities Key responsibilities
  • Recruiting and setting up a regional Delivery Team
  • Funding and Designing a 2020 Commercial Build Programme
  • Rebuilding the BDUK Programme
  • Strengthening relationships with key stakeholders
Key achievements Key achievements
  • Successfully funded, planned and delivered a FTTP Rural Broadband Build
  • Recruited and set up a regional Delivery Team
  • Successfully funded, designed and delivered a 2020 Commercial Build Programme
  • Rebuilt the BDUK Programme and strengthened relationships with key stakeholders
Jan, 2018
Jun, 2019
clock restoration
SustainableSustainable
Antique Clock Restoration
An experienced professional with a passion for antique clock restoration and the skills to match. Studied under the UK's leading experts in the field of clockmaking, furniture restoration and french polishing. Possesses the knowledge and technical skills required to restore, repair and maintain antique clocks and furniture.
Key responsibilities Key responsibilities
  • Restoring and repairing antique clocks and furniture
  • Maintaining and preserving the quality of antique clocks and furniture
  • Conducting research and maintaining accurate records
  • Interpreting customer requirements and providing appropriate advice
Key achievements Key achievements
  • Successfully restored and repaired a variety of antique clocks and furniture
  • Provided excellent customer service and advice to customers
  • Developed a detailed understanding of antique clocks and furniture
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in all records and research
Aug, 2014
Nov, 2017
programme director
Information TechnologyInformation Technology
Customer Service Leadership
Experienced Programme Director with a track record of success in developing and improving customer service operating models. Proven ability to deliver business process improvement and technology development, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and reduced costs.
Key responsibilities Key responsibilities
  • Developed and sponsored Transformation Programme
  • Developed cross-company Service Improvement Programme
  • Designed and executed Digital Transformation Programme
  • Grew Digital Customer Service channels
Key achievements Key achievements
  • Positioned Sky as No 1 Broadband & Phone Customer Service Provider
  • Reduced annual BT Openreach costs by £8M
  • Reduced headcount costs by £15M
  • Lowest number of complaints
Jan, 2015
Dec, 2016
skys customer service
Information TechnologyInformation Technology
Customer Service
The candidate was responsible for driving a programme of digital transformation and business process improvement using Lean Six Sigma. This enabled the organisation to become more efficient and effective in its operations, and to provide better customer service. The candidate was able to identify areas for improvement, develop and implement solutions, and to measure and report on the success of the changes made.
Key responsibilities Key responsibilities
  • Identified areas for improvement
  • Developed and implemented solutions
  • Measured and reported on success
  • Optimised operations and customer service
Key achievements Key achievements
  • Improved operational efficiency
  • Reduced customer service complaints
  • Enhanced customer experience
  • Streamlined processes
May, 2013
Aug, 2014
programme director
Information TechnologyInformation Technology
Professional Services
Delivered Sky's £35M Strategic Over the Top TV platform from concept through to delivery and encompassing teams across IT, Broadcast, Product and Finance. Agile architecture enabled International expansion of Sky Over the Top TV Services into Europe. Programme was designed, funded and executed on time and within budget.
Key responsibilities Key responsibilities
  • Design
  • Funding
  • Delivery
  • Managing Teams
Key achievements Key achievements
  • Flexible and Scalable Architecture
  • International Expansion of Services
  • Programme Designed
  • Programme Executed