Rachel was Senior External Affairs Manager from January 2011 to April 2015, overseeing the press, public affairs, events and stakeholder management. Prior to joining the Centre, she worked for English Heritage as Corporate Communications Manager. During this time, she was responsible for delivering strategic communications advice on major projects, such as national grants announcements and the London Blue Plaques scheme. She was also the media lead for the East of England and the East Midlands.
Previously, Rachel has worked as a Communications Officer at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, and as an Account Manager for PPS Group, a communications consultancy for the property and development industry.
Rachel holds a BA honors degree in History from the University of Leeds.