Nicola Sheehan
Cahir,Co Tipperary
Summary
Hard-working professional with strong organisational skills. Adaptive and goal orientated through exceptional planning and prioritisation. Seeking a challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Business Manager
Kilcoran Farm Partnership
Cahir, Co Tipperary
2019.01 - Current
- Develop and implement procedures to ensure Health and Safety compliance, Statutory Compliance, Industry Standards Compliance
- Develop and maintain database for statutory requirements
- Responsible for Farm Finance and Strategic Management
- Develop and implement Sustainable and Environmental Farm Management Strategies
- Responsible for Farm Product Quality and Assurance and compliance to regulatory schemes and oversight
- Establishing secure markets for produce and developing relationships with all Stakeholders
Project Manager
Kilcoran Farm Partnership
Cahir, Co Tipperary
2017.09 - 2018.12
- Appointed and oversaw the design team and initiated Planning Application, addressing issues and alleviating any concerns raised
- Instruct and Manage design team and contractors acting on behalf of the client to ensure delivery from Green Field site to 150 stall barn with robotic milking and supporting farm facilities in line with agreed arrangements and contracts
- Management of project paperwork including, planning, tendering, contracts and service level agreements
- Planned staff and resources within budgets to minimise expenditure while ensuring compliance with regulatory authorities
- Create and manage project schedule and payments in line with agreed milestone targets
Barrister-at-Law
Self-employed
Nationwide
2010.10 - 2017.07
- Specialised in Land Law, Property & Conveyancing, Law of Torts, Contract Law, Equity and the Law of Trusts to provide accurate, reliable legal counsel.
- Engaged in Negotiation and Dispute Resolution on behalf of clients to safeguard their interests throughout legal proceedings.
- Advocated for clients in a wide range of areas from the District to High Court to Tribunals
- Prepared case matter with robust evidence, disclosure and pleading documentation.
- Negotiated client settlements to limit costly court proceedings in legal disputes.
- Carried out background research and preparatory work to present established client cases.
- Devised individualised contracts and legal documentation to fulfil bespoke client requirements.
Assistant Purchasing Officer (Temporary Contract)
Teagasc
Fermoy, Co Cork
2007.01 - 2007.12
- Coordinated with inventory control to determine purchasing needs
- Facilitated decision-making by preparing cost comparison of material pricing.
- Supported Purchasing Officer in procurement strategy and planning, assessing objective achievements and implementing necessary service improvements.
- Oversaw records covering purchasing transactions, distribution flow and stock storage.
Administrative Officer
MS Farm Services Ltd
Lattin, Co Tipperary
2004.11 - 2006.05
- Implement administrative procedures to ensure compliance
- Input data, verify and submit to EPA for Integrated Pollution Prevention & Control licence applications and Waste Management collection permits
- Maintain reports required on monthly/ annual basis to satisfy licence requirements
Education
Barrister at Law Degree - Law
The Honorable Society of Kings Inns
Henrietta St, Dublin 1 2009.09 - 2010.05
LLB (Hons) in Law - Law
Griffith College Cork
Wellington Road, Cork 2006.09 - 2009.05
Skills
- Strong organisational & time management skills
- Calm and measured approach to problem solving
- Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Working knowledge of industry standards/ regulations
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Full working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Adaptability
Timeline
Business Manager
Kilcoran Farm Partnership
2019.01 - Current
Project Manager
Kilcoran Farm Partnership
2017.09 - 2018.12
Barrister-at-Law
Self-employed
2010.10 - 2017.07
Barrister at Law Degree - Law
The Honorable Society of Kings Inns
2009.09 - 2010.05
Assistant Purchasing Officer (Temporary Contract)
Teagasc
2007.01 - 2007.12
LLB (Hons) in Law - Law
Griffith College Cork
2006.09 - 2009.05
Administrative Officer
MS Farm Services Ltd
2004.11 - 2006.05