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Sarah Kemp

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Managing Director at SJK Advisory
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Sarah Kemp is an independent business consultant and the Managing Director of SJK Advisory, specializing in transformation for retail and consumer businesses. Previously, as Group Head of Business Transformation at Frasers Group, she led major change programs. Her expertise includes business strategy, operational excellence, and M&A integration, grounded by a degree from Newcastle University.

Outside of her consulting work, Sarah is passionate about mentorship, serving as an Ambassador for Retail Week Future Leaders. She enjoys leading an active life and traveling. She has also recently emphasized the importance of personal well-being, taking a six-week break to reset and relax after launching her business.

Unique fact: Sarah received an award from Newcastle University Business School for her Contribution to the Business Community for championing the universitys placement scheme.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Managing Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Business Transformation
Her entire career is focused on delivering transformation programs across technology, people, and processes for major retail brands and PE-backed businesses like OKA and EVRI.
Retail Strategy
Specializes in defining and delivering business strategy for retail and consumer businesses, from luxury homeware to large courier services.
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Career

Work history

11-2024
Managing Director
SJK Advisory
11-2023
Ambassador - Retail Week Future Leaders
Retail Week
1-2022 - 11-2024
Group Head of Business Transformation - Chief of Staff
Frasers Group
11-2020 - 1-2022
Senior Business Improvement Manager
Frasers Group
7-2020 - 10-2020
Manager
Baringa Partners
In the press

Media appearances

Sarah Kemp | Future Leaders - Retail Week. Featured in Retail Week
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Education
2011 - 2015
Bachelor's degree
Newcastle University
2008 - 2010
A levels - AAA
Oundle School
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