Beatrice Rae
About Beatrice Rae
Beatrice Rae serves as the Legal and Compliance Lead at Beam, where she has worked since 2023. With a background in law and the charity sector, she has experience in developing legal frameworks for tech-for-good startups.
Work at Beam
Beatrice Rae has been serving as the Legal and Compliance Lead at Beam since 2023. In this role, she has played a significant part in expanding the Legal and Compliance function during a period of rapid company growth. Prior to her current position, she held various roles at Beam, including Legal Manager, Operations Executive, Client Success Executive, and Client Success and Legal Manager, contributing to the organization for a total of over one year.
Education and Expertise
Beatrice Rae holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from the University of Leeds, which she completed from 2015 to 2018. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Laws from the University of Law between 2019 and 2021. Her academic background, combined with her professional experience, provides her with a strong foundation in both legal principles and compliance frameworks.
Background
Beatrice Rae has a diverse professional background that spans both the legal and charity sectors. She worked at Rahman Lowe Solicitors as an Executive Assistant Paralegal from 2018 to 2019. Following this, she served at Solace Women's Aid as an Executive Assistant from 2019 to 2021 and volunteered at Refuge as a National Domestic Violence Helpline Volunteer in 2019. Additionally, she was a Senior Mentor at the National Citizen Service Trust from 2016 to 2018.
Achievements
During her tenure at Beam, Beatrice Rae has been instrumental in building legal and compliance frameworks specifically tailored for tech-for-good startups. Her leadership in the Legal and Compliance department has been critical in navigating the complexities of compliance during a time of significant growth for the company. Her experience in various roles within Beam has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the organization's needs.
Professional Experience
Beatrice Rae's professional journey includes multiple roles at Beam, where she transitioned through various positions, including Client Success Executive and Operations Executive. Her experience also includes a four-year scholarship at The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple from 2018 to 2022. This diverse experience across different roles and organizations has enriched her understanding of legal and compliance matters.