Clare has over 19 years of experience with the British Council, currently serving as the Director for Serbia and the Western Balkans. In this role, she oversees the operations of all six Western Balkan countries, focusing on strategic direction, business development, and operational management. With a team of 100 professionals, she manages programs in education, particularly in schools and the skills sector, as well as arts initiatives. Prior to her current role, Clare served as the Director of Programmes, Partnerships, and Marketing for 15 countries, where she managed program budgets and led regional partnership strategies. She also has experience as the Director of the British Council in Albania. Clare’s earlier roles include leadership positions in press and parliamentary affairs, crisis communications, and public relations in London, United Kingdom, where she managed high-profile campaigns and accounts for prestigious organisations and events.