Wilmslow, England, United Kingdom
📑 Specialising in public and regulatory affairs, governance and data protection and the move from intent to clear business action🔸 Drives policy, scrutiny and change work that helps leaders make sound decisions. I turn complex regulation, political pressure, and senior leadership needs into clear plans, trusted advice and practical outcomes. At the Information Commissioner’s Office, I helped leaders prepare for scrutiny, provide regulatory expertise on government policy, and provide organisations with clearer guidance on data protection. I have also led change across senior offices, supporting around 1,000 staff, making ways of working clearer, faster, and more joined-up. Earlier, I worked in Parliament for Baroness Harriet Harman KC, where I managed high-pressure public issues, led casework improvement and supported local engagement during a demanding political period. This gave me a strong base in public service and a clear view of how legislation and policy affects people, organisations and day-to-day decisions. I have served as a board director in education and supported tenant-led housing work. These roles reflect my interest in governance, rights, technology and public impact. ________________________________________ Key Achievements: ➤ Policy Influence: Secured regulatory and government adoption of GDPR redress positions ➤ Data Standards: Helped agree a cross-government MoU in three months ➤ Public Affairs: Created the ICO’s first civil society and parliamentary strategy ➤ AI Policy: Influenced guidance work on agentic AI and automated decision-making in recruitment ➤ Casework Recovery: Cleared a 2,000-case backlog in three months ________________________________________ Core Areas of Expertise: Regulatory Policy | Public Affairs | Chief Of Staff | Board Governance AI Governance | Data Protection | Operating Model Design | Organisational Change ________________________________________
Parliament and Government Affairs Regulatory Strategy
Oversight of: -Governance oversight to ensure compliance with cyber security, GDPR, and AI regulations. • Scrutiny of curriculum standards and funding to support educational quality and effectiveness. • Growth initiatives, sustainable funding and resource allocation as part of a Board. • Safeguarding and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) policies.