OUR PEOPLE
Our people are our best asset.
Our team has been designed with you in mind, tailormade to provide what you need to grow.
Novus is home to a unique mix of former HMRC professionals, industry-trained technical specialists and BigFour Alumni, all handpicked for their experience and expertise.
We don’t believe in gatekeeping. Our approach is open and collaborative. We’re here to answer your questions, offer advice and add value at every step. With our talented team on your side, you can focus on your business while we handle your funding needs.
Chris graduated from the University of Cambridge and has worked in environmental and bioscience academia and policy ever since then. More recently, his focus has shifted to natural capital, including accounting and funding. Chris is a fundamental part of the Novus team, providing support and guidance for technical narratives completed for R&D tax claims for our clients.
Christopher Cooper
Technical Lead
Shannon has a first-class degree in Forensic Science and Technology and has joined Novus Capital via SOME Associates. Shannon’s day-to-day role is as our client’s first point of contact with queries, assisting with marketing content and providing administrative assistance as and when needed. Alongside the wider team, she also supports the running and promotion of Britain’s Got Startups.
Shannon Swift
Client Associate
We are always on the look out for new team members to join Novus Capital. If you might be a fit for us, please get in touch!
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Jenson is a serial entrepreneur and a former PwC and Deloitte Alumni. During his career, he has raised over £25m for UK businesses from government, debt and equity funding routes while leading two boutique tax consultancies while in London for seven years. As the Managing Director of Novus Capital and Founder of Britain’s Got Startups, Jenson will lead our strategy.
Jenson Brook
Managing Director
Ailsa brings technical knowledge and skills from her academic and industry experience. She holds a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry & Catalysis and has experience working in the chemical engineering sector, developing new technologies, pushing new processes and products to market and providing technical support to worldwide clients. In 2021, Ailsa moved into R&D tax, patent box and grants where she spent 3 years at KPMG gathering an array of sector experience. She is an ATT qualified tax technician.
Ailsa Lynch
Innovation Funding Manager
Tom holds a diploma in Business Management and has a background as a Business Analyst. He is integral to the Novus team and is the first point of contact for businesses seeking funding support. Knowledgeable and proactive, Tom is responsible for acquiring new clients and educating them on the most suitable funding options to scale and disrupt.
Tom Snowden
Business Funding Consultant
Oli has spent his entire post-graduate career working within the investment space in various forms. From working within one of the most active corporate legal teams in the Northwest to his current role as an Investment Director at a Northwest Venture Capital investor. He brings a unique “investor eye” to our equity fundraising and gives the clients we work with a live link to the market.
Oli Connolly
Early-Stage Investment Advisor
Amba joins the Novus team with nearly 10 years of experience in Marketing and Content. Previously Content Manager for the North’s largest digital marketing agency, Amba’s sector experience is varied. As the Marketing Manager for Novus, Amba develops and helps to deliver the marketing and brand strategy while maintaining relationships with our partners. She also works alongside the Britain’s Got Startups team to build and promote the brand.
Amba Wilkes
Marketing Manager
Niamh joins our team as a Marketing Assistant. Fresh from completing her A Levels, Niamh is diving into the world of R&D tax and funding. In her current role, Niamh is responsible for creating engaging social content, planning events and gaining hands-on work experience. Niamh is also committed to furthering her education to gain more qualifications within her role.
Niamh Barrett
Marketing Assistant