Matt Payler
About Matt Payler
Matt Payler is a Partnership Development Manager at The Scouts, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in business development and environmental consulting, with experience in proposal writing and cross-departmental collaboration.
Current Role at The Scouts
Matt Payler currently serves as the Partnership Development Manager at The Scouts, a position he has held since 2019. He works at Gilwell Park, where he focuses on developing quality partnerships with businesses that provide value to Scouting beyond mere financial support. His role involves engaging in proposal writing and pitching to chief-suite panels, ensuring that partnerships are impactful for both the organization and its members.
Previous Experience at The Scouts
Prior to his current role, Matt Payler worked as an Account Manager at The Scouts from 2017 to 2019. During this two-year tenure at Gilwell Park, he collaborated across various departments to enhance the effectiveness of partnerships. His responsibilities included setting targets and maximizing team efficiency in new business and account management.
Professional Background in Marketing and Consulting
Before joining The Scouts, Matt Payler held positions in business development and environmental consulting. He worked at Green Banana Marketing for five months in 2012, focusing on business development at the Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre. Following this, he spent five years as an Environmental Consultant at AECOM from 2012 to 2017 in Wimbledon, London, where he applied his expertise in environmental science.
Educational Qualifications
Matt Payler studied at Peter Symonds College from 2007 to 2009, achieving A, A, B in his A-levels. He then pursued a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Environmental Science at Reading University from 2009 to 2012. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation for his roles in both environmental consulting and partnership development.
Early Work Experience
In addition to his roles in marketing and consulting, Matt Payler gained early work experience as bar staff at Compass Group from 2010 to 2012, working at Madejski Stadium in Reading. This position contributed to his understanding of customer service and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.