Highly motivated and forward-thinking, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Cross disciplinary experience including marketing, research, in-country volunteering experience, and public facing roles, reinforced by a proven academic record and passion for learning.
The world of politics moves fast. Having someone that can keep up is critical. I was asked at an interview once how I coped under pressure. Before I knew what I was saying, I'd admitted to "screaming internally whilst giving the illusion of calm professionalism". Though the delivery was slightly blunt, it wasn't that far …
Now more than ever thinking outside the box is a huge advantage; it's what makes us stand out. I am an excellent collaborator. However, that does not come at the expense of my ability to think and act independently. Combined with a bold streak of creativity, initiative and ingenuity are the attributes that set me …
Some of our greatest advances have come from working together and sharing insights. My strength lies in facilitating the relationships that underpin excellence. Working at the Ivy Collection was probably the most challenging experience of my career. I was part of the team that had to contend with the initial restaurant opening and influx of …
My specialty is politics, and politics tends to come with opinions. In the last decade, the political spectrum has become increasingly polarised and divided; the middle ground much harder to sustain. I am not impartial. No one is. However, my strength lies in provoking conversations and encouraging engagement. For me impartiality is a problematic notion: …
At heart I am a perfectionist. I strive to make sure that every aspect of the task is finished to the highest quality. I measure success in all aspects of my life by results, not hours. My attention to detail isn't simply a skill, its part of who I am. I hold myself to the …
Steph Clarke 