Lydia Neckles, Ba, Miwfm
About Lydia Neckles, Ba, Miwfm
Lydia Neckles is an Operations Manager at Convex Insurance in London, England, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in facilities management and a BA in Hospitality Management, she has held various roles in prominent organizations, including Clifford Chance LLP and Deloitte.
Work at Convex Insurance
Lydia Neckles has served as the Operations Manager at Convex Insurance since 2020. In this role, she oversees various operational functions within the organization, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the company's operations. Her tenure at Convex Insurance spans four years, during which she has applied her extensive experience in facilities management and office operations to support the company's objectives.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Convex Insurance, Lydia Neckles held several positions in the facilities and operations management sector. She worked as a Senior Receptionist at Clifford Chance LLP from 1997 to 1999, followed by a role as Reception Manager at Deloitte from 2004 to 2006. She also served as Client Services Manager at Mace Macro for Norton Rose Fulbright LLP from 2010 to 2014, and as Front of House Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, she was the Senior Facilities Manager at the Financial Conduct Authority from 2014 to 2018 and worked as Director of Facilities at CBRE on behalf of Goldman Sachs from 2019 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Lydia Neckles has a strong educational background in business and hospitality management. She studied at Langley College, earning a BTEC National Diploma in Business & Finance. She later attended the University of West London, where she achieved a BA in Hospitality Management from 1988 to 1992. Her academic qualifications complement her extensive professional experience in operations and facilities management.
Project Management Experience
Lydia Neckles has demonstrated significant project management skills, particularly in office relocations. She successfully managed a major office move into a 1 million square foot premises in Central London. Additionally, she facilitated a smaller office move that consolidated two offices into one building across two floors, totaling 26,000 square feet. Her interest in further incorporating facilities management work involving office moves is evident in her career trajectory.
Professional Development and Recognition
In 2016, Lydia Neckles was nominated for one of ten places in the BITC Cross Organisational Mentoring Circles Programme, representing the Financial Conduct Authority in its inaugural participation. This recognition highlights her commitment to professional development and her interest in mentoring within the industry. She has expressed a desire to travel to enhance her skills and experience in facilities management.