Kimberley Woodfine
About Kimberley Woodfine
Kimberley Woodfine serves as an Executive Assistant at Spencer Stuart, supporting Hugh Thorneycroft, Catherine Bright, and Simon Russell. She has over a decade of experience in administrative roles, including previous positions at Heidrick & Struggles and John D Wood & Co.
Current Role at Spencer Stuart
Kimberley Woodfine has served as an Executive Assistant at Spencer Stuart since 2014. In her current role, she supports Hugh Thorneycroft, Catherine Bright, and Simon Russell. Her responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and facilitating communication among executives. Based in Chicago, Illinois, she has contributed to the firm's operational efficiency for nearly a decade.
Previous Experience at Heidrick & Struggles
Prior to her role at Spencer Stuart, Kimberley Woodfine worked at Heidrick & Struggles in various capacities. From 2010 to 2013, she was the Executive Assistant to Peter Cave-Gibbs, Partner in Charge, in London. She later returned to the Chicago office, where she served as an Executive Assistant to Richard Thackray and Chris Bray for three months in 2013. Additionally, she spent eight years at Heidrick & Struggles from 2002 to 2010 in an Executive Assistant role.
Education and Academic Background
Kimberley Woodfine studied at the University of East Anglia, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography. Her studies spanned from 1998 to 2001, providing her with a solid academic foundation that complements her professional skills in administrative support.
Early Career at John D Wood & Co.
Kimberley Woodfine began her professional career as an Office Administrator at John D Wood & Co. in London. She held this position for six months in 2001 and 2002, gaining initial experience in office management and administrative tasks. This role laid the groundwork for her subsequent positions in executive assistance.
Short-term Role at The Up Group
In 2013, Kimberley Woodfine briefly worked at The Up Group as an Executive Assistant to Clare Johnston and Robert Swerling. This position lasted for three months and contributed to her diverse experience in supporting high-level executives in various industries.