Angie Welsh
Email:-Phone: -
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiewelsh/
Website: www.proofpixie.net
Professional Summary:
Meticulous and passionate proofreading and copyediting professional with a strong
background in environmentalism and sustainability. Adept at enhancing clarity,
consistency, and accuracy in various types of documents, including technical reports,
business documents, and creative writing. Committed to delivering high-quality work
and helping clients achieve polished, professional results.
Skills:
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Native English-speaker (South
Africa)
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Sustainability and Environmental
Content
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Comprehensive Proofreading
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Follow CMOS proofreading-guide
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Grammar and Punctuation
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Copyediting
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Spelling and Consistency
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Clarity and Flow Enhancement
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Fact-Checking
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Style and Tone Adjustment
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Technical Document Expertise
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Creative Writing Feedback
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Business Report Polishing
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Development and Environment Stellenbosch University,
South Africa. January 2011 – December 2013.
Qualifications:
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Proofread Anywhere – General Proofreading: Theory & Practice (Ignite plus)
course August 2024 – September 2024
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Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading member. Copyediting 1:
Introduction course September 2024
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International Compliance Association. Advanced Certificate in Business
Compliance November 2017
Professional Experience:
Founder & Lead Proofreader | Proof Pixie Bangkok, Thailand | August 2024 – Present
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Provide comprehensive proofreading and copyediting services for a diverse
range of clients.
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Ensure documents are free from grammatical errors, punctuation mistakes, and
spelling errors.
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Enhance readability and flow, adjusting style and tone to suit target audiences.
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Specialise in technical documents, official guidance, legislation, and business
reports.
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Offer feedback and edits for creative writing pieces, from short stories to novels.
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Focus on content related to sustainability, climate change, and environmental
protection.
Lead Sustainability and Emissions Reporting Manager | Low Carbon Contracts
Company London, UK | April 2024 – August 2024
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Revamped the company's annual sustainability and environmental report to
adhere to SECR, GHG Protocol, and UN SDGs frameworks.
Develop and implement sustainability strategies and initiatives aligned with
organisational goals.
Oversee emissions data collection, analysis, and reporting in compliance with
regulatory requirements.
Co-ordinate internal and external stakeholders to drive sustainability initiatives.
Conduct audits and assessments to evaluate environmental performance and
identify improvement opportunities.
Regulatory Compliance Manager | Veolia London, UK | January 2020 – March 2024
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Played a pivotal role as a key stakeholder in Net Zero, Strategic Decarbonisation,
and Energy-from-Waste Decarbonisation working groups.
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Provided expert guidance on GHG Protocol, SECR (UK), UN SDGs, SBT, and GHG
emissions calculation and reporting.
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Advocated for the continued use of renewable energy guarantee of origin
certificates to lower the company’s scope 2 emissions, persuading the Executive
Committee of their intrinsic value despite associated costs.
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Served as an Energy-from-Waste expert and project manager for the Emissions
Trading Scheme Expansion initiative, collaborating effectively with internal and
external stakeholders beyond regular responsibilities.
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Hosted a highly attended educational seminar that set a company record for
attendance and received positive feedback from attendees at all organisational
levels, including senior executives.
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Presented comprehensive industry policy changes on the Emissions Trading
Scheme to over 200 internal stakeholders across five tailored sessions.
Audit and Compliance Manager | Ofgem London, UK | May 2015 – January 2020
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Worked on renewable incentive schemes, utilising investigative skills to ensure
compliance.
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Conducted audits and provided detailed reports on findings.
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Maintained high standards of accuracy and thoroughness in all documentation.
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Headed interdepartmental collaboration and communication as company
specialist for policy change. Articulated and advocated company perspectives to
industry associations, cultivating strong relationships with government bodies
and local authorities. Delivered regular project updates to Executive Committee,
ensuring alignment and informed decision-making.
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Successfully advocated for legislative amendments with a governmental
department, addressing regulatory gaps and saving millions of pounds from the
public purse. Led efforts to revoke accreditations of scheme participants as a
result.
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Recipient of Excellence and Commitment Award in recognition of contributions
to the role and team.
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Excelled in stakeholder management, earning personal recognition from the
Director for restoring a critical relationship with a key government stakeholder,
necessitating regular travel to Belfast.
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Authored the inaugural annual audit report for Northern Ireland, previously
exclusive to the Great Britain scheme, safeguarding Ofgem's reputation during
the Public Accounts Committee review of the NI RHI scheme.
