William Baxter Email & Phone Number

Edinburgh, Gb

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Middle Wallop, England, United Kingdom

Served as the principal training advisor, providing specialised knowledge, skills and expertise not covered by other Officers within the AAC Headquarters and the wider Joint Helicopter Command (JHC) community. This included an in-depth understanding of the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) and its practical application. Functioning as a pivotal enabler with significant individual responsibility and autonomy in the centre of aviation training requirement setting, governance, and… Show more Served as the principal training advisor, providing specialised knowledge, skills and expertise not covered by other Officers within the AAC Headquarters and the wider Joint Helicopter Command (JHC) community. This included an in-depth understanding of the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) and its practical application. Functioning as a pivotal enabler with significant individual responsibility and autonomy in the centre of aviation training requirement setting, governance, and assurance, during a period of substantial transition, encompassing the New Medium Helicopter (NMH) review, Apache-E Model transition, Wildcat OCU, and Tactical Data Link integration on top of business as usual. Navigated the complexity of military aviation and training requirement setting/governance by engaging with a diverse range of internal and external organisations, including commercial partners. This required effective collaboration and communication across multiple stakeholders. Show less

Defence Academy Of The Uk, Shrivenham

The Intermediate Command and Staff Course (Land) - is a 26-week residential course designed to train, educate, and assess Majors in the British Army, Royal Marines, and allied nations. The course covers various topics, including army command and staff skills, command, leadership, management, and planning of formation-level operations in a joint and NATO command context. This includes participation in research studies, planning exercises, and projects. ICSC(L) course provides valuable… Show more The Intermediate Command and Staff Course (Land) - is a 26-week residential course designed to train, educate, and assess Majors in the British Army, Royal Marines, and allied nations. The course covers various topics, including army command and staff skills, command, leadership, management, and planning of formation-level operations in a joint and NATO command context. This includes participation in research studies, planning exercises, and projects. ICSC(L) course provides valuable experience and training highly transferable to many roles, such as advanced leadership and management, strategic thinking, operational planning, decision-making under pressure, and effective communication. It further refines and provides experience working in complex and dynamic environments with diverse stakeholders, managing resources and people, and delivering results in high-pressure situations. Although primarily in the context of the UK defence and military operating model and battlefield capability, these skills are highly transferable. Show less

Army Headquarters, Andover, United Kingdom

I gained over two years of experience in this role, where I became a subject matter expert (SME) and a reliable point of contact for various stakeholders across the Ministry of Defence. This required me to be adaptable and proactive and communicate complex information effectively to senior personnel. This included involvement in numerous strands of the Army's transformational HR Programme (CASTLE), which aims to modernise talent management. Working within the Personnel Directorate of… Show more I gained over two years of experience in this role, where I became a subject matter expert (SME) and a reliable point of contact for various stakeholders across the Ministry of Defence. This required me to be adaptable and proactive and communicate complex information effectively to senior personnel. This included involvement in numerous strands of the Army's transformational HR Programme (CASTLE), which aims to modernise talent management. Working within the Personnel Directorate of Army HQ demanded high performance. It included a broad range of responsibilities; many presented at a 2* or ministerial level. I thrived in this fast-paced and challenging environment, which helped further develop my planning, communication, and influencing skills. Show less

Afghanistan - Kabul

I provided specialised advisory support to the Afghanistan National Army Officer Academy, which could be described as a relatively complex working environment. As the Training Development Advisor, I was responsible for redesigning the 'Monitoring and Evaluation' framework used by the mission to measure the academy. This role required extensive interaction with a diverse range of stakeholders, including military and civilian entities such as NGOs, the British Embassy, and private… Show more I provided specialised advisory support to the Afghanistan National Army Officer Academy, which could be described as a relatively complex working environment. As the Training Development Advisor, I was responsible for redesigning the 'Monitoring and Evaluation' framework used by the mission to measure the academy. This role required extensive interaction with a diverse range of stakeholders, including military and civilian entities such as NGOs, the British Embassy, and private contractors. Navigating this complex network of stakeholders demanded emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity, and exceptional communication skills. These skills were particularly valuable when managing competing priorities and navigating the unique challenges of a cross-cultural environment. Show less

Multiple Locations Across The Uk

Provided education and personal development support to thousands of soldiers from across the Army. Taught courses of 16-18 soldiers on their promotional education courses. A role with a wide variety of tasks and responsibilities including the design and delivery of bespoke learning interventions to both regular and reserve regiments and deployment overseas in the role of Short Term Training Teams (STTTs).

Royal Military Academy Sandhurst

Internationally recognised as a world-leading military training academy, The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) is where all officers in the British Army are trained to take on the responsibility of leading their soldiers. During which time all officer cadets learn to live by the academy’s motto: ‘Serve to Lead’.

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Responsible for the provision of support and guidance on a wide range of employment related issues. Quickly promoted to supervisor of a team.

Greencok, Scotland

'Winning' this 12-month contract through the Inverclyde Council Youth Work Development programme ('The Recruit') at 17 years old was the first step in my leadership journey.The experience gained through the entire process was extremely influential in my subsequent development.

First Class Ba (Hons), Business With Human Resource Management

Msc Educational Practice And Innovation, Distinction

Recived Dean's List Award for both Dissertation and overall grades.

Postgraduate Certificate In Education (Pgce)

Higher National Diploma, Business, Aab