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Ian Mcgillivray

Consultant

Ian Mcgillivray
Vésenaz, Switzerland

Experience

Jan 2023 - Present
3 years 2 months

Consultant

Freelance

  • Consultant in a variety of roles
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023
2 years

Sabbatical

Sabbatical

  • Sabbatical year around the world with wife and kids
Jan 1999 - Dec 2023
25 years

Project Designer and Manager

Type Two AG

  • Project designer and manager for many large Swiss, German and Belgian companies
Jan 1993 - Dec 1999
7 years

Principal

Gemini

  • Principal in the European Life Sciences Group consulting
Jan 1986 - Dec 1992
7 years

Head of product technology department

Siemens AG

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services (27 years), Biotechnology (7 years), Pharmaceutical (7 years), Manufacturing (7 years), and Tourism (2 years).

Professional Services
Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical
Manufacturing
Tourism

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Project Management (25 years), Strategy (10 years), and Product Development (7 years).

Project Management
Strategy
Product Development

Summary

I plan and deliver innovative strategies and projects. I cover a variety of roles alongside project management, such as communications, support of team members, analysis and project reporting. I can motivate people to work effectively as a team. I have just come back from a one year long tour around the world for a year with my family. I used to work all over the world, now I would like to work closer to home, on projects or events.

Skills

  • Strategy

  • Project Management

  • Communication

  • Process Design

  • Organisation Design

  • Business Cases

  • Targeted Analysis

  • Detailed Content Expertise

  • Planning

  • Team Leadership

  • Event Management

  • Event Leadership

  • Powerpoint (Advanced)

  • Word

  • Excel (Advanced)

  • Comms Tools (Teams, Zoom)

  • Ai Analysis

  • Accounts

Languages

English
Native
German
Advanced
Spanish
Intermediate
French
Intermediate

Education

Oct 1991 - Jun 1992

Bayes Business School

MBA in International Business · International Business · London, United Kingdom

Oct 1982 - Jun 1986

University of Edinburgh

PhD Electrical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Oct 1979 - Jun 1983

University of Edinburgh

BSc (Hons) Chemistry and Physics · Chemistry and Physics · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Ian based?

Ian is based in Vésenaz, Switzerland.

What languages does Ian speak?

Ian speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Advanced), Spanish (Intermediate), French (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Ian have?

Ian has at least 40 years of experience. During this time, Ian has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 8 years. Note that Ian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Ian be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Ian would be well-suited for roles such as: Consultant, Sabbatical, Project Designer and Manager.

What is Ian's latest experience?

Ian's most recent position is Consultant at Freelance.

What companies has Ian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Ian has worked for Freelance, Sabbatical, and Type Two AG.

Which industries is Ian most experienced in?

Ian is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Biotechnology, and Pharmaceutical. Ian also has some experience in Manufacturing and Tourism and Hospitality.

Which business areas is Ian most experienced in?

Ian is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Strategy and Planning, and Product Development.

Which industries has Ian worked in recently?

Ian has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Tourism and Hospitality.

Which business areas has Ian worked in recently?

Ian has recently worked in business areas like Project Management and Strategy and Planning.

What is Ian's education?

Ian holds a Doctorate in Electrical Engineering from University of Edinburgh, a Master in International Business from Bayes Business School and a Bachelor in Chemistry and Physics from University of Edinburgh.

What is the availability of Ian?

Ian is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Ian?

Ian's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

How to hire Ian?

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