Catherine Meeke
About Catherine Meeke
Catherine Meeke is a Contracts Manager at Ultra Electronics, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in commercial law and procurement, with prior roles at Ascent Flight Training and Osborne Clarke.
Work at Ultra Electronics Group
Catherine Meeke has been employed at Ultra Electronics since 2020, currently serving as Contracts Manager in Cheltenham, England. In this role, she oversees contract negotiations and management processes. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Senior Commercial Officer at Ultra Electronics from 2018 to 2020, where she gained experience in commercial operations and contract management.
Education and Expertise
Catherine Meeke holds a Master of Laws (LLM) in Commercial Laws from the University of Bristol, which she completed in 2012. She also earned an LLB Hons in Law from the University of Exeter in 2007. Additionally, she studied Law Professional Practice at the Bristol Institute of Legal Practice, completing the Bar Vocational Course in 2008. Her expertise includes competition issues related to mergers and acquisitions, as well as the regulation of multi-national private companies in procurement and contract execution.
Background
Catherine Meeke began her career as an Accounting Trainee at Fletcher & Partners in 2011. She then transitioned to a Corporate and Commercial Paralegal role at Osborne Clarke from 2014 to 2017. Following this, she worked as a Commercial Officer at Ascent Flight Training from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she gained experience as a Corporate Communications Intern at Avanade in 2013.
Research and Specialization
Catherine Meeke has conducted research on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) theories, focusing on their influence on government responses to company reputations. This research is particularly relevant for companies seeking public sector contracts, as it highlights the importance of CSR in the bidding process. Her specialization in competition issues further supports her role in contract management.
Language Skills
Catherine Meeke studied French Language and Literature at the Institut de Touraine from 2008 to 2009. This educational background enhances her communication skills and cultural understanding, which can be beneficial in her professional interactions, especially in multi-national contexts.