Sally Wells
About Sally Wells
Sally Wells is an Associate Director at Arup in London, responsible for promoting skills, developing training, and providing technical mentorship.
Current Role at Arup
Sally Wells holds the position of Associate Director at Arup, serving since 2021. Based in London, England, her responsibilities include promoting skills internally and externally, developing training programs, and providing technical mentorship. She is also part of the Specialist Technology & Research (ST&R) Practice Executive and oversees a team of 140 staff.
Previous Roles at Arup
Sally Wells has an extensive history with Arup, beginning her career as a Pre-University Trainee & Sponsored Student from 1992 to 1997. Following this, she transitioned into the role of Communications Consultant from 1997 to 2007. She then served as an Associate from 2007 to 2021. These roles have cumulatively contributed to her current position at the organization.
Educational Background
Sally Wells studied at the University of Bath, where she completed a Master of Engineering (MEng) and a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Hons in Electrical & Electronic Engineering for the European Market (German) between 1993 and 1997. Prior to this, she attended Hills Road Sixth Form College, Cambridge, obtaining A Levels in Maths, Physics, and Chemistry, along with an AS Level in German from 1990 to 1992.
Professional Development and Training
Professionally, Sally Wells completed Arup University Masters Modules in 'Cities as Systems: Urban Mobility' with the University of British Columbia in 2012 and 'Smart Cities' with Imperial College, London in 2013. This additional training has fortified her expertise in urban mobility and smart city solutions.
Leadership and Management at Arup
In her leadership capacity at Arup, Sally Wells is not only responsible for a team of 140 staff within the Specialist Technology & Research (ST&R) Practice Executive but also acts as a Development Manager for seven staff members. She provides career development support and guidance and fulfills the role of UK Chief Engineer for Telecoms, focusing on technical quality and standards development.