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Tsz Kwan Cristine Ip

Rhodes,NSW

Summary

Strategic management professional with expertise in planning, operations, and legal compliance, focused on improving business performance. Currently transitioning from commercial management to public and administrative law, driven by a passion for helping vulnerable individuals, including refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants, through legal support.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director

Shakujii-Koen Limited
01.2022 - 06.2024
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations across 13 branches with over 100 employees and annual revenue exceeding AUD 10,000,000, ensuring alignment with the company's mission.
  • Managed legal matters, including contract drafting and review, tort issues (e.g., personal injuries and occupiers' liability), labor law, and intellectual property.
  • Led strategic planning to ensure alignment with both short- and long-term business objectives, including investor relations management.
  • Collaborated on financial planning, budgeting, and report analysis to drive operational and financial improvements.
  • Analyzed business challenges and provided strategic solutions to promote growth and operational efficiency.

Senior Management Consultant

Urban Colors Limited
07.2015 - 12.2021
  • Provided strategic consulting to businesses in retail, consumer products, and catering, focusing on operational efficiency and business growth.
  • Advised on legal matters, including contract management, employment law, and regulatory compliance.
  • Assisted clients in navigating marketing and operational challenges to optimize performance.
  • Developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills through assessing complex business and legal issues.

Market Researcher (Consumer Goods)

Synovate Limited (Now: Ipsos)
06.2010 - 12.2011
  • Conducted in-depth market research and analysis for FMCG clients at a top 4 research firm.
  • Developed research reports by analyzing data trends, digging into numbers, and collaborating with the team to generate insights.
  • Participated in discussions to explore different angles and provide actionable recommendations for clients based on research findings.

Education

J.D. - Law

University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW
08-2026

Graduate Diploma - English and Hong Kong Law (CPE)

The Manchester Metropolitan University
United Kingdom
07-2016

Bachelor of Social Sciences - International Studies

Lingnan University
07-2009

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Strategic Planning
  • Administrative Management
  • Team Collaboration

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional

Timeline

Managing Director

Shakujii-Koen Limited
01.2022 - 06.2024

Senior Management Consultant

Urban Colors Limited
07.2015 - 12.2021

Market Researcher (Consumer Goods)

Synovate Limited (Now: Ipsos)
06.2010 - 12.2011

J.D. - Law

University of New South Wales

Graduate Diploma - English and Hong Kong Law (CPE)

The Manchester Metropolitan University

Bachelor of Social Sciences - International Studies

Lingnan University
Tsz Kwan Cristine Ip