Claire Wiltshire
About Claire Wiltshire
Claire Wiltshire is an IT Procurement Manager at Legal & General, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in politics and sociology from Oxford Brookes University and extensive experience in procurement and project management across various organizations.
Current Role at Legal & General
Claire Wiltshire serves as the IT Procurement Manager at Legal & General, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she plays a key part in managing governance, risk, and due diligence processes within the IT procurement department. Her responsibilities include implementing procurement strategies that lead to significant cost savings and operational efficiencies. Claire's expertise in managing multi-million pound budgets for operational and project costs is essential to her role, ensuring that the company's procurement activities align with its strategic objectives.
Professional Experience at Taylor Wessing
Prior to her current position, Claire Wiltshire worked at Taylor Wessing from 2015 to 2020. She initially served as a Legal Project Officer for three years, where she was involved in various project management tasks. Subsequently, she advanced to the role of Project Office Manager/Procurement Manager for two years. In these positions, she developed skills in managing procurement processes and contributed to the firm's operational efficiency.
Educational Background
Claire Wiltshire studied at Oxford Brookes University, where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Politics with Sociology from 2006 to 2009. Prior to this, she attended The Henrietta Barnet School, where she completed her A Levels in Chemistry, Biology, and Government & Politics from 1999 to 2006. This educational foundation has equipped her with analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of political and social dynamics.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before joining Legal & General, Claire held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked at HP CDS as an Associate Support/Project Coordinator from 2011 to 2013 and at Charles Stanley & Co. Limited as Senior Service Management Support from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she briefly served as a Political Researcher at the Centre for Public Scrutiny in 2011. These roles provided her with diverse experiences in project coordination and support.
Skills in IT Procurement
Claire Wiltshire possesses strong skills in presenting complex IT procurement portfolios to diverse audiences. Her ability to communicate effectively ensures that procurement strategies are aligned with the strategic objectives of the organization. She has a proven track record in implementing procurement strategies that enhance operational efficiencies and reduce costs, making her a valuable asset in her field.