Sophie Barrett
About Sophie Barrett
Sophie Barrett is a Senior Manager in the Tech PMO at Rakuten Advertising, where she has worked since 2021. She has held various project management roles across multiple companies, including Pure360 and Clearleft Ltd, accumulating extensive experience in software delivery and operations.
Current Role at Rakuten Advertising
Sophie Barrett serves as the Senior Manager of Tech PMO at Rakuten Advertising, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing technology project management operations. Based in Brighton, England, she has contributed to the strategic direction and execution of various projects within the organization.
Previous Experience at Rakuten Advertising
Sophie Barrett has extensive experience at Rakuten Advertising, having worked in multiple roles. She was a Project Manager from 2017 to 2018, where she managed various projects in Brighton. Following that, she served as the Manager of Tech PMO from 2018 to 2021, focusing on project management and operational efficiency.
Experience at Pure360
Sophie Barrett worked at Pure360 in several capacities. She was the Head of Software Delivery for 8 months in 2016 to 2017. Prior to that, she held the position of Development Project Manager for 7 months in 2013 and served as the Release Manager from 2013 to 2016 for three years. These roles involved managing software development projects and overseeing release processes.
Background in Operations and Project Management
Sophie Barrett has a background in operations and project management, having worked as an Operations Officer at Lanyrd from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, she was a Project Manager and Conference Producer at Clearleft Ltd from 2007 to 2011. Her early career included various administrative roles at the University of Sussex, where she gained foundational experience in departmental coordination and marketing.
Education and Early Career
Sophie Barrett began her career at the University of Sussex, where she held multiple positions from 2002 to 2007. She worked as an Admissions & Marketing Coordinator, Departmental Assistant, and Departmental Coordinator. These roles provided her with valuable experience in administrative functions and marketing strategies.