A versatile professional with 20+ years’ experience, including 15 years managing business contracts, commercial agreements and programmes for well-established companies.With a disciplined approach, strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail, I excel at managing project targets and completion deadlines, in line with business goals. Experienced in managing risk and maximising opportunity through effective use of contractual, commercial and governance literacy.A diplomatic communicator, experienced at working with company directors and business owners. Skilled at building stakeholder relationships based on mutual respect, with a clear focus on helping others. Able to learn fast and adapt to changing circumstances.AREAS OF STRENGTH• Broad base of commercial, contractual, legal and stakeholder experience gained while administering contracts, mitigating risk and managing strategic projects.• Confident and diplomatic communicator, with good interpersonal and engagement skills.• Proficient at reviewing and amending contract documents.• Organised and resourceful, with excellent planning, co-ordination, analytical, and research skills.• Strong financial literacy and understanding of key financial metrics and cost and revenue modelling.• Solid understanding and practical application of modern-day compliance and governance requirements.• Track record of delivery within organisational and regulatory requirements, for both private and public clients.• Motivated self-starter with high standards and a pragmatic problem-solving approach.• Keen lifelong learner who is naturally curious.• Committed to integrity, transparency and ethical leadership. A member of the Institute of Directors in Ireland and an Associate of the Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland.KEY SKILLSProject & programme management | Contract negotiation & management | Risk identification & mitigation | Due diligence, Joint Venture partnerships, IP & Patent experience | Stakeholder engagement & influencing | Governance & Company Secretaryship | Drafting documentation | Financial literacy | P&L management | Consulting experience | Strategic planning | Results focused | Professional integrity.