Neil Ralph

Experience

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  BAE Systems

  Aug 1982 - Jan 2000

  Managed the secure integration of remote IT networks and the setting up of Shared Data Environments on critical defence projects.Worked in partnership with senior Ministry of Defence staff to drive strategic change across the defence industry in the area of data sharing.Promoted the effective sharing and exchange of sensitive project data for significant multi-company defence related projects.Reduced project durations by up to 30% and realised associated cost savings.Protected customer and business plans through effective identification and management of project risks.Managed the deployment of BAE SYSTEMS’ business-wide cultural change programme in response to the UK MoD’s Strategic Defence Review.Developed and deployed revised project and business management processes.Developed and implemented a process and infrastructure for the effective communication of the initiative to 100,000 employees.Led continuous improvement activity through the capture and sharing of Best Practice.Led an eight-strong multi-company, multi-disciplinary bid team in compiling a business case and winning proposal for a £240m Logistic Support contract.Negotiated with Customer and User representatives to secure a 12% increase in the scale of business awarded.Worked with the Customer to define and manage the contract Statement of Requirements.Achieved savings of 20% against a pre-contract budget of £500,000 Show less Led the training and communication elements of a significant BaaN-based Business Process Re-engineering initiative implementing Welcom’s Open Plan and Cobra.Managed an eight-person training department for design, development and delivery of Business and Project Management training solutions.Delivered 2,500 man-days of Project Management Learning & Development activity per annum utilising an annual budget of £400,000.Developed a Project Management Competency framework and co-ordinated training needs analysis for 300 staff. Show less

  • Project Manager

    Jan 1998 - Jan 2000

  • Project Management Learning & Development Manager

    Jan 1997 - Jan 1998

  • Personnel Advisor

    Jan 1996 - Jan 1997

  • Senior Project Engineer

    Jan 1992 - Jan 1996

  • Project Engineer

    Jan 1986 - Jan 1992

  • Skilled Aircraft Fitter

    Aug 1982 - Aug 1986
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  Goss International

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2005

  Senior Project Manager

  Delivered a portfolio of major new-build and refurbishment capital equipment projects valued up to £25M delivering customer satisfaction throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.Led multi-disciplinary project teams of up to 50 personnel, including customer, user and remote site team members, in the integration of complex automated press systems in UK, Europe and USA.Managed Health and Safety in the role of principal contractor to the client for all aspects of major new printing press facility.Exceeded project profit targets by 7% whilst meeting stringent project success criteria relating to time, cost, quality and risk.Managed diverse range of third-party suppliers on behalf of client from specification of requirements through to execution.Implemented new project and programme management processes incorporating elements of recognised methodologies e.g. PRINCE2 Show less

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  Lancaster University Management School

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2012

  • Director of coaching programmes

    Jan 2010 - Jan 2012

  • Programme Director: MA in Management and leadership practice

    Jan 2009 - Jan 2011
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  Neil Ralph Associates

  Mar 2010 - now

  Leadership and Management Development Consultant, Executive Coach & Supervisor

  Coaching and mentoring senior managers and executives to achieve excellence in leadership and outstanding board performance.Expert supervision and continuing professional development for consultants, executive coaches and mentors.Bespoke behavioural and skills development workshops for individuals and teams with particular focus on understanding and progressing change. Clients include: Mosscare St Vincents Housing Group;University of Central Lancashire; The Guinness Partnership; Centre for Leadership Performance; Lancashire Constabulary; BAE SYSTEMS. Show less

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  Lancaster University Management School

  Jan 2014 - now

  • Specialising in leader development, strategic change and coaching with a solid foundation in leadership, project management and organisational behaviour. • Teaching and learning approach embedded in experiential learning, reflection and reflexivity with the aim of developing participants' professional practice.• Innovative modules include: o Executive MBA Mindful Manager; o Personal Mastery; o MBA Core Capabilities; o Management of change for IT professionals (e-learning)• Strategic leadership of Project Management discipline across the Management School and engineering• Leading the University’s engagement with strategic partners (Kenyan Red Cross and International HIV/Aids Alliance) including renegotiation of the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) • Specialist consultation activities with client organisations• Postgraduate research supervisor: MSc Project Management; MA Hospice Leadership; Executive MBA.• Director of Studies for: PGDip Business administration (Airbus UK); PGDip Business administration (Cooperative Financial Services); PGCert Project Management (BAE SYSTEMS (Submarines)); PGCert Management (Airbus UK); PGCert Commercial excellence (Sapa: blended learning programme); PGCert of Achievement coaching and mentoring (Ways to Work); Show less • Responsible for all aspects of MSc in Project Management• Designed and delivered bespoke development packages for senior executive teams in order to facilitate the leadership of strategic change programmes• Developed and delivered innovative courses in Project Management, Change Management, Organisational Behaviour and Corporate Strategy on a range of postgraduate programmes and non-accredited corporate training courses, including: Executive MBA; MSc in Management; MA in Education; Postgraduate Certificate in Project Management• Attained excellent academic results and transfer of learning amongst the participants on the stated programmes• Developed excellent student-centred practice in teaching, tutoring, dissertation supervision, marking and pastoral support• Coached senior representatives of key clients• Managed the tendering process for a range of new opportunities, including: ‘breaking ground’ with new and potential clients; development of technical and commercial solutions; pricing; query answering; panel presentations; contract negotiations• Secured new business with the HMG Cabinet Office valued at £800,000 and with Co-operative Financial Services valued at £250,000• Provided direction and leadership (Programme Director) required to ensure the successful delivery of the Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Leadership and the Postgraduate Certificate in Project Management including overall responsibility for programme profit and loss• Managed the relationship between a range of key stakeholders including BAE Systems, Co-operative Financial Services, the programme delivery teams, support staff and University administration Show less

  • Senior Teaching Fellow

    Sept 2005 - now

  • Executive Programmes Director

    Feb 2018 - now

  • Programme Director: MSc Information Technology, Management and Organisational Change

    Sept 2016 - Feb 2018

  • Director of Degree Apprenticeships

    May 2016 - Feb 2018

  • Programme Director: MA in Hospice Leadership

    Oct 2014 - Sept 2016

  • Programme Director: MSc in Project Management

    Sept 2014 - Jan 2016

  • Programme Director: International Health Leadership Development Programme

    Jan 2014 - Jan 2015
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  Wyre Scouts

  Mar 2020 - Sept 2022

  Chair of the Board of Trustees

  Wyre Scouts exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. As Chair of trustees I bring expertise in governance, strategy and leadership to developing the organisation in its aim to prepare young people with skills for life.Key contributions include:Providing strong leadership in the development of effective leadership and organisational governance.Diversifying income streams and reducing finance burden on members.Rationalising the organisation's assets to meet its current and future needs.Divesting the organisation of significant liabilities. Show less

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  Coaching Supervision Partnership

  Jan 2021 - now

  Coach Supervisor