Emma Burt
About Emma Burt
Emma Burt serves as the Assistant Treasurer for Capital Markets at Avon, a position she has held since 2018. With extensive experience in treasury management across various companies, she has previously worked at Shire, Three, Game Group Plc, Hewlett-Packard, Rothschild, and Agilent Technologies.
Current Role at Avon
Emma Burt serves as the Assistant Treasurer in Capital Markets at Avon since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for managing the company's capital market activities, which includes overseeing funding strategies and financial risk management. Her position in London places her at the heart of Avon’s financial operations, contributing to the company's strategic financial planning and execution.
Previous Experience in Treasury Management
Emma Burt has extensive experience in treasury management across various organizations. Prior to her current role at Avon, she worked at Shire as an Intercompany Funding Manager from 2012 to 2015, where she was involved in managing funding operations in Dublin. She also held positions at Three as a Treasury Manager in 2008, and at Game Group Plc and Hewlett-Packard as a Treasury Consultant. Her diverse background in treasury roles has equipped her with a strong understanding of financial management.
Educational Background
Emma Burt studied at Aston University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business and French from 1987 to 1991. She furthered her education at the Institut Commercial De Nancy, focusing on Commerce from 1989 to 1990. Additionally, she has pursued professional development through the Association of Corporate Treasurers, enhancing her expertise in treasury management.
Significant Projects and Contributions
Throughout her career, Emma Burt has contributed to significant projects in treasury management. Notably, she supported a global project to change the Treasury system provider while at Shire. Additionally, she played a key role in setting up a UK-based Treasury Center for Agilent during its demerger from Hewlett Packard, demonstrating her capability in managing complex financial transitions.
Career Progression and Roles
Emma Burt's career spans over two decades in treasury and financial management. She began her career at Natwest in a Graduate Development Programme from 1991 to 1993. She then progressed through various roles, including Assistant Manager at Rothschild and Treasury Manager at Agilent Technologies, where she managed treasury operations across Europe, Latin America, and Canada. This progression highlights her growth and adaptability in the finance sector.