Nicola Grady-Smith

Nicola Grady-Smith is an experienced executive with a robust background in transformation and strategic leadership, currently serving as the Chief Transformation Officer at Rolls-Royce since February 2023. Prior to this role, Nicola held various senior positions at bp, including Senior Vice President and BP Oil UK Director, among others, contributing to marketing strategy, brand communication, and multinational operations since September 2003. Previous experience includes senior management roles at Tesco and Allied Domecq, focusing on category management and buying. Nicola's educational credentials include a Master's degree in International Business Law from The University of Manchester and a BA (Hons) in Law with Politics from Liverpool John Moores University, complemented by qualifications from ICSA.