Olivia Whittle

Current Employer/Organisation Name

Celtic Sea Power

What have you been doing since leaving Exeter, and what are you doing now?

I started working at Celtic Sea Power whilst still at university. We work to support the delivery of offshore wind in the Celtic Sea. I head up our workforce programme, looking at the strategy to get the people we need upskilled in time for these major infrastructure projects.

Why did you choose this career? And what do you enjoy most about your work?

I have always been interested in the environment and how to make our rapidly increasing energy use sustainable. I enjoy finding gaps in the market and tailoring investment prospectuses to fit the needs of each individual client.

Please tell us if you were a member of any societies, groups or sports clubs?

The multi-sport society.

What did you enjoy most about your programme and what was the biggest highlight?

My year abroad in Italy! Being immersed in a new culture and being able to travel across Europe was phenomenal!

What did you most enjoy about studying here?

The proximity to the beach and exceptional lecturers.

Why did you choose to study at Exeter?

The world leading environmental and climate studies programme.

What skills and experiences have been most useful for your career?

Research and report writing skills have been invaluable. Being able to tell a compelling story cannot be replaced by AI.

What advice would you give to a current student who wishes to pursue your career?

Learn as much as you can. Follow people you are interested in on LinkedIn, keep up with news and reach out to people! Sometimes a well timed email could open a door you never dreamed!

What are your plans for the future?

To keep pushing forward with my career, learning and stepping out my comfort zone.