Helen Hearn
About Helen Hearn
Helen Hearn serves as the Director of Spectrum Policy at Ofcom, a position she has held since 2016. With a background in business change consulting and extensive experience in spectrum policy, she has contributed significantly to the field over her career.
Work at Ofcom
Helen Hearn has been serving as the Director of Spectrum Policy at Ofcom since 2016. In this role, she oversees the development and implementation of policies related to spectrum management. Prior to her current position, she held various roles at Ofcom, including Head of Authorisation in the Spectrum Policy Group from 2010 to 2016 and Head of Innovation and Regulatory Compliance from 2004 to 2010. Her extensive experience at Ofcom spans over a decade, contributing to significant advancements in spectrum policy.
Previous Experience at Logica
Before her tenure at Ofcom, Helen Hearn worked at Logica in multiple capacities. She served as a Lead Consultant and Project Manager from 2000 to 2002, where she worked in both Nigeria and London. Following this role, she transitioned to a Business Change Consultant position from 2002 to 2004. Her experience at Logica provided her with a strong foundation in consultancy and project management.
Education and Expertise
Helen Hearn completed her secondary education at High Storrs, where she studied from 1982 to 1989. She then pursued higher education at Nottingham Trent University, earning a Bachelor's Degree with upper second-class honors from 1991 to 1995. Her academic background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her roles in spectrum policy and regulatory compliance.
Career Timeline
Helen Hearn's career includes significant roles at Ofcom and Logica. She began her professional journey at Logica in 2000, progressing to various consultancy roles until 2004. She then joined Ofcom, where she worked in different capacities until 2016. Her career reflects a commitment to spectrum policy and regulatory matters, demonstrating her expertise in the field.