Write a Performance Review for a Direct Report

Act as a performance management coach. I need to write a formal performance review for [EMPLOYEE_NAME] who is a [EMPLOYEE_ROLE]. Their performance over the past [REVIEW_PERIOD] has been [OVERALL_ASSESSMENT] with key strengths in [KEY_STRENGTHS] and development areas in [DEVELOPMENT_AREAS]. Their most significant achievement was [TOP_ACHIEVEMENT]. Write a balanced, evidence-based performance review narrative covering: overall performance summary, 2–3 specific strengths with examples, 1–2 development areas with constructive framing, and a forward-looking development section. Under 400 words.