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Michelle Sanchez-Wood BA(Hons) CIMA Dip MA MAPM

Activist · DISC type Cd
Director of Strategic Programmes (Europe & India) at AECOM
📍 Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom

Michelle is the Director of Strategic Programmes for Europe & India at AECOM, where she has built a nearly two-decade career. With a background in finance and a Diploma in Management Accounting, she leverages data-driven insights to lead major transformation initiatives and advise senior executives on long-term business strategy.

Outside of her strategic role, Michelle is a passionate advocate for inclusion. She actively promotes awareness for Cerebral Palsy, celebrating the strength and resilience of those with the condition. She is also a strong proponent of gender equality and creating supportive, open work environments where women can thrive in leadership.

Unique fact: Michelle has spent over 17 years at AECOM, progressing from a Project Administrator to a strategic director on the European leadership team.

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Experience
6 Years
Current Role
Director of Strategic Programmes (Europe & India)
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Michelle shows up

Perfectionist
Observative
Meticulous

They care equally about the product and its potential impact. They don’t always try to control the conversation but neither do they like yielding it fully. They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles.

Priorities

Topics Michelle cares about

Strategic Transformation
Her role focuses on working with senior executives to drive transformation, align priorities, and deliver outcomes that shape the long-term direction of the business.
Gender Equality
She is a vocal advocate for supporting women to thrive in their careers at AECOM and is passionate about seeing more women in leadership positions.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
Director of Strategic Programmes (Europe & India)
AECOM
10-2024 - 1-2026
Director - Strategic Programmes (Buildings + Places)
AECOM
10-2019 - 10-2024
Strategic Programmes Manager
AECOM
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Education
2013 - 2014
Diploma of Management Accounting
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
2013 - 2013
Certificate in Business Accounting
CIMA
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

C

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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