Kirsten Watson

Partner - Contract Management

Kirsten Watson is a commercially-focused business leader with a proven track record in managing large-scale contracts exceeding £1.3 billion. Her extensive experience spans multiple countries, including the US, Singapore, India, and Spain, where she has operated at all business levels, holding responsibility up to Board level as a Client Director. Kirsten is adept at leading both direct and matrixed teams, often comprising over 200 individuals across diverse disciplines such as commercial, operations, technology, regulatory, product, and contract management.


Her expertise lies in delivering innovative, customer-defined transformational change programmes within Fortune 500 companies across the Financial Services, FMCG, and Media sectors. Kirsten excels in stakeholder management, having successfully led the turnaround and resolution of complex executive-level relationships and disputes. Her pragmatic and transparent approach, coupled with her energy and enthusiasm, fosters trust and confidence among clients, partners, and team members alike.


Since joining Cambridge Management Consulting as an Associate, Kirsten has continued to build on her contract management expertise. Her commitment to excellence and strategic insight makes her a valuable asset in navigating complex contract landscapes and driving sustainable business success.

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