Rusheda Rahman
Rusheda joined the SoA in 2025, running payroll for the organisation and supporting with HR tasks.
Rusheda joined the SoA in 2025, running payroll for the organisation and supporting with HR tasks.
Jolyon joined the Society of Authors in 2025 and works within the Operations team, supporting the smooth running of our day-to-day activities. In addition to his front-of-house responsibilities, Jolyon helps in administering and coordinating our Author Communities (Groups & Networks).
Elsa joined the SoA in 2024. She works part-time as Executive Administrator on Mondays and Thursdays.
Gwen joined the SoA in 2023. She works part-time as Finance Officer for the SoA.
Elizabeth joined the SoA in June 2022 and works part-time in the operations team running payroll for the organisation and supporting with HR tasks. She is the staff liaison for the SoAiS.
Christine joined the SoA in 2018. She brings a wealth of experience from different industries, and contributes to the continued growth of the SoA and its services as Head of Operations.
Katharine joined the SoA in 2019. As Chief Operating Officer, Katharine is part of the senior management team and is responsible for managing the operational and financial actions of the SoA. This includes overseeing operational functions, financial planning, budgeting, and managing cashflows, as well as preparing and analysing the quarterly Management Accounts taking into account…
As Chief Executive, Anna is responsible for overseeing the running of the Society of Authors and driving the SoA’s mission of empowering and supporting authors in the UK. Working closely with the SoA’s board of directors (Management Committee), Anna ensures that SoA’s activities and campaigns remain aligned with the SoA’s core mission. Anna sits on the…