A versatile and solution-focused Research and Development Leader with 15+ years of in-depth, diverse cross-sector experience spanning the intersection between robust bench science, strong team leadership and mature corporate acumen; enabling better strategies, faster problem-solving and accelerated timelines.Highly motivated with advanced analytical and decision-making skills leading to prompt clear directives at times of crisis or pressure. Uses robust Project and Programme Management knowledge combined with exceptional organisational, multi-tasking and prioritisation skills, honed in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment, to deliver well-structured project plans with clearly identified risks and milestones.Excellent communication skills strategically tailored to the audience, from internal C-Suite/Board level to technical level, to key external parties including investors, scientific collaborators, financial markets and scientific conferences (15 external data presentations), using a variety of media. Skilled at building and maintaining robust professional relationships with all stakeholders based on trust and respect, whilst managing stakeholder expectations, which has led to collaboration agreements, high-impact publications and revenue. People-focused, with excellent interpersonal skills, possessing the ability to work independently or leading diverse groups with a track record of recruiting, training, and building effective teams that maintain an honest, open, data-led ethos.Research and Development Leadership • Building and Leading Effective Teams • Advanced IT skillset (MS Office, Statistics packages, Coding) • Discovery and Preclinical • Multi-disciplinary projects • Complex Problem Solving/Root Cause Analysis • Drug Delivery Strategies • Effective Communication • Deep Science Knowledgebase • Programme and Project Management • Risk Management and Mitigation • Corporate Vision and Strategy • Process and System Development • Commercial and Business Acumen • Crisis ManagementContact email: paul.spencer.hole@gmail.com