Rose McCourt

Operating Partner

2020 - 2023

Advanced through progressively senior roles over ~7 years, contributing to operational strategy, team scaling and organisational development. Managed cross-functional team members, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing internal processes. Acted as a pivotal resource for organisational development, employee engagement and strategic growth. Key Achievements: Led and successfully embedded a values process for the organisation Collaborated closely with senior leadership on organisational development projects Implemented a comprehensive hiring process, facilitating the team’s expansion from 7 to 34 members Spearheaded the Blackout Tuesday diversity initiative Conducted and acted on insights from the company’s first diversity survey Worked with senior leadership to develop and implement a new compensation structure Engineered a business continuity plan during the COVID-19 pandemic Streamlined internal communications Acted as a key, trusted organisational resource, providing support across the company through onboarding, mentoring team members and assisting with navigation and integration to the organisation

Operations Director

2019 - 2020

HR Management: Administered HR functions, benefits and policy development People Management: Managed teams across various functions Internal Communications: Managed communication strategies and operational updates Community Engagement: Contributed to strategic planning and foundation activities Project Management: Led strategic projects aligned with company objectives

Operations Manager

2017 - 2020

Executive Support: Provided support and eventually led a team to oversee diary and travel management Facilities Management: Oversaw office operations and logistics Event Planning: Organised community, investor and internal events Portfolio Support: Engaged with and supported the firm’s initiatives for portfolio companies

Sales Operations Manager, EMEA

2015 - 2017

Progressed from Sales Support to Sales Operations Manager, gaining experience in supporting EMEA sales teams and collaborating with cross-functional teams and Country Managers globally. Key Achievements: Supported and enhanced the efficiency of EMEA sales teams through comprehensive reporting, insightful data analysis and creation of sales materials. Expanded responsibilities to include collaboration with marketing teams, helping to provide a seamless integration of sales and marketing strategies. Organised and executed client and company events, ensuring successful delivery and impact. Worked closely with Country Managers globally to streamline processes, share best practices and align regional sales strategies with overall company objectives.

Sabbatical

2014 - 2015

Travelling.

Sales and Marketing Support, UK

2012 - 2014

Sales Support: Provided reporting, data analysis, and sales materials. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked with marketing, finance and product teams. Event Management: Organised sales conferences and company events. Global Coordination: Facilitated travel and coordination with Country Managers.

Café Supervisor & Fundraising Officer

2009 - 2012

Worked during my time at university to support my studies.

Call Centre Advisor

2008 - 2008