Jennifer Lilford

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DISC Type : Ds

Executive Assistant to GM @ Microsoft Xbox at Microsoft

United Kingdom

Overview

Jennifer is a highly experienced Executive Assistant with over 20 years supporting C-level executives in industries like technology, finance, and aerospace. Currently at Microsoft Xbox, she is praised by colleagues for her proactive time management, adaptability, and bringing a positive, can-do attitude to her team.

Jennifer has a global perspective, having expressed professional interest in opportunities across the UK, New Zealand, and the United Arab Emirates. This suggests an appreciation for diverse cultures and international environments, though specific personal hobbies are not publicly mentioned.

Her career is marked by an unusually diverse industry background, having provided C-level support in technology, healthcare, finance, and even aerospace.

Personality Overview

Early Adopter

Goal-Oriented

Risk Tolerant

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Topics They Care About

Executive Support Excellence
With over 20 years' experience, she focuses on proactive calendar management, event planning, and enabling executive productivity across a wide range of demanding industries.
Gaming Industry
Her current role as Executive Assistant to the GM of EMEA Consumer Sales at Microsoft Xbox places her at the center of the dynamic and fast-paced gaming sector.
International Opportunities
She has publicly expressed interest in new roles located in the UK, New Zealand, and the United Arab Emirates, demonstrating a clear global career perspective.

Media Appearances

Jennifer has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2024 - 7-2025
Executive Assistant to GM @ Microsoft Xbox at Microsoft
2-2023 - 7-2023
Executive Assistant at Animal Dynamics Limited
8-2022 - 2-2023
Executive Assistant | Accenture Avanade Alliance | CapGemini at Microsoft
3-2022 - 6-2022
Executive Assistant To Chief Financial Officer & Chief Revenue Officer at Keyloop
11-2021 - 3-2022
Executive Assistant to Chief Project Management Officer at Three / CK Hutchison

Education

1996 - 2000
n/a from Benoni High School
2000 - 2014
Education details unavailable from INTEC DISTANT LEARNING - Computing, Internet Studies, Business, Office Administration, Organizational, Behaviour, Economics. SAP Business 1

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Insights For Selling To Jennifer

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.

DONT's

  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jennifer is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jennifer

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jennifer move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Jennifer take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Jennifer

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