Richard Giles

Background

About Richard Giles

Richard is an established Board Chair, Chief Executive and Senior leader who has spent the last 5 years working in the 3rd sector. He draws from 35+ years of experience in the military and public sectors, holding senior leadership roles in programme and project management, and operational and technical support to crisis situations. A persuasive leader with a strong executive presence, he is capable of blending big picture viewpoints with tactical considerations to provide strategically focused practical solutions; he communicates transparently and effectively. Richard has a deep integrity and an authentic care for his team. Thoughtful and organised, he devotes the time and energy needed to address the fundamentals and obtains the big wins. As a highly motivated strategic thinker and crisis manager, he is a knowledgeable problem solver, with high EQ, who fosters relationships and consistently brings out the best in others. KEY SKILLS • Chief executive and senior leadership experience within multi-disciplined teams, in high pressure environments. • Strategic planner with experience of working in multi-cultural environments (RQF level 8 diploma). • Executive Coach & Mentor (RQF level 7 certificate). Financial budgetary experience (20+ projects, £30million annual acquisition/support budget). • Accomplished communicator, presenting complex issues clearly and effectively. • Experienced and qualified programme and project manager (Prince2, APMP, MSP). • In depth understanding of risk management and mitigation planning. • Cross-cultural experience in Europe, Middle and Far East, Africa and North America; French speaker.