Jen Wright Assoc CIPD, AMInstLM
Human Resources Manager at School of Geography and the Environment, University of Oxford- Claim this Profile
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Laura Fellows
Jenny’s drive and enthusiasm are positively infectious and she always managed to keep moral high among the team - I would jump at the chance to work alongside her again. Jenny is extremely well organised and always happy to help organise others when it was needed. Everything Jenny does she does thoroughly and effectively and always manages to offer practical working solutions to problems as they arise, if not before. Jenny is very bright/intelligent and can get her head around an often complicated situation extremely quickly and asks any relevant questions to ensure she carries out all work to a very high standard. If I had to describe Jenny in three words, they would be: proactive, organised and enthusiastic. She was a delight to work with.
Bill Atkinson
Jen worked as a group secretary and proved to be absolutely first class in the role. She has a lot of energy and drive, is extremely organised in terms of planning out her own workload and managing multiple, sometimes complex and demanding tasks. She has an adroit ability to plan ahead and anticipate problems which she then dealt with, rather than just reacting to issues as they arrived (which she is also adept at). As an example, I worked closely with her to plan a high-level international visit and her meticulous planning and attention to detail ensured that the visit went smoothly and very successfully. She is also a pleasure to work with and I have absolutely no hesitation in highly recommending her to anyone looking for an excellent planner/organiser or personal assistant.
Laura Fellows
Jenny’s drive and enthusiasm are positively infectious and she always managed to keep moral high among the team - I would jump at the chance to work alongside her again. Jenny is extremely well organised and always happy to help organise others when it was needed. Everything Jenny does she does thoroughly and effectively and always manages to offer practical working solutions to problems as they arise, if not before. Jenny is very bright/intelligent and can get her head around an often complicated situation extremely quickly and asks any relevant questions to ensure she carries out all work to a very high standard. If I had to describe Jenny in three words, they would be: proactive, organised and enthusiastic. She was a delight to work with.
Bill Atkinson
Jen worked as a group secretary and proved to be absolutely first class in the role. She has a lot of energy and drive, is extremely organised in terms of planning out her own workload and managing multiple, sometimes complex and demanding tasks. She has an adroit ability to plan ahead and anticipate problems which she then dealt with, rather than just reacting to issues as they arrived (which she is also adept at). As an example, I worked closely with her to plan a high-level international visit and her meticulous planning and attention to detail ensured that the visit went smoothly and very successfully. She is also a pleasure to work with and I have absolutely no hesitation in highly recommending her to anyone looking for an excellent planner/organiser or personal assistant.
Laura Fellows
Jenny’s drive and enthusiasm are positively infectious and she always managed to keep moral high among the team - I would jump at the chance to work alongside her again. Jenny is extremely well organised and always happy to help organise others when it was needed. Everything Jenny does she does thoroughly and effectively and always manages to offer practical working solutions to problems as they arise, if not before. Jenny is very bright/intelligent and can get her head around an often complicated situation extremely quickly and asks any relevant questions to ensure she carries out all work to a very high standard. If I had to describe Jenny in three words, they would be: proactive, organised and enthusiastic. She was a delight to work with.
Bill Atkinson
Jen worked as a group secretary and proved to be absolutely first class in the role. She has a lot of energy and drive, is extremely organised in terms of planning out her own workload and managing multiple, sometimes complex and demanding tasks. She has an adroit ability to plan ahead and anticipate problems which she then dealt with, rather than just reacting to issues as they arrived (which she is also adept at). As an example, I worked closely with her to plan a high-level international visit and her meticulous planning and attention to detail ensured that the visit went smoothly and very successfully. She is also a pleasure to work with and I have absolutely no hesitation in highly recommending her to anyone looking for an excellent planner/organiser or personal assistant.
Laura Fellows
Jenny’s drive and enthusiasm are positively infectious and she always managed to keep moral high among the team - I would jump at the chance to work alongside her again. Jenny is extremely well organised and always happy to help organise others when it was needed. Everything Jenny does she does thoroughly and effectively and always manages to offer practical working solutions to problems as they arise, if not before. Jenny is very bright/intelligent and can get her head around an often complicated situation extremely quickly and asks any relevant questions to ensure she carries out all work to a very high standard. If I had to describe Jenny in three words, they would be: proactive, organised and enthusiastic. She was a delight to work with.
Bill Atkinson
Jen worked as a group secretary and proved to be absolutely first class in the role. She has a lot of energy and drive, is extremely organised in terms of planning out her own workload and managing multiple, sometimes complex and demanding tasks. She has an adroit ability to plan ahead and anticipate problems which she then dealt with, rather than just reacting to issues as they arrived (which she is also adept at). As an example, I worked closely with her to plan a high-level international visit and her meticulous planning and attention to detail ensured that the visit went smoothly and very successfully. She is also a pleasure to work with and I have absolutely no hesitation in highly recommending her to anyone looking for an excellent planner/organiser or personal assistant.
Credentials
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Associate Member (AMInstLM)
ILM (Institute of Leadership & Management)Aug, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Introduction to NHS FINANCE (ENGLAND)
Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)Aug, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Case Investigator Training
National Clinical Assessment ServiceJun, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
CIPD Associate Member
CIPDJan, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
CIPD Level 3 HR Practitioner
DPGJul, 2013- Nov, 2024
Experience
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School of Geography and the Environment, University of Oxford
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Manager
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Feb 2021 - Present
I lead the School's generalist HR team of 5 practitioners ensuring that a professional and proactive HR service is delivered within University-wide guidelines. I provide leadership and support to the wider school community for overseeing a wide range of activity including; organisational change, recruitment and selection procedures, induction, development, grading and remuneration and general issues relating to employment law. I play a key role in supporting the Head of Administration and Finance and Head of School. My role combines strategic and operational responsibilities and requires an innovative approach to developing new ideas which enhance the efficient and effective management within SoGE. I am also a member of the central University HR Advisory Group. The group provide expert advice to the University HR Policy Team (and on occasion to other central teams who ‘own’ policies) on the development of new and revised policies, with a particular focus on how those policies will work in practice in departments and divisions.” I continue to be a member of the Congregation. Congregation is the sovereign body of the University and acts as its ‘parliament’. Show less
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Ridgeway Education Trust
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Didcot
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Governance Officer
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Aug 2019 - Feb 2021
As the Governance Officer for the Trust it was my role to ensure an efficient and effective governance and clerking service to the Trust and its two secondary schools and primary school. To collaborate in the drafting of Trust and school policies and procedures and maintenance of up to date and accurate records. My role included provision of advice and guidance, on academy regulations and internal governance frameworks, such as the Trust Scheme of Delegation. Upholding of policies and codes of practice adopted by the Trust and its Local Governing Bodies. Show less
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University of Oxford
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United Kingdom
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Business Partner
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Jul 2018 - Jul 2019
It was my role to deliver high-level, non-routine operational advice and assistance to departments and institutions of the University across the full range of HR issues, including discipline, grievance, organisational change, TUPE, gradings, and local interactions with staff representatives, as well as advice on the interpretation of university personnel policy on matters such as recruitment, equal opportunities, retirement, and voluntary severance. I am also a member of the Congregation. Congregation is the sovereign body of the University and acts as its ‘parliament’. Congregation has responsibility for: Approving changes to the University’s statutes and regulations; Considering major policy issues submitted by Council or members of Congregation; Electing members to Council and other University bodies, and approving the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor. Show less
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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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United Kingdom
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior HR Consultant
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Mar 2015 - Jul 2018
In January 2016 I was promoted to the position of Senior HR Consultant, it is my responsibility to lead the Divisional HR Team and provide a generalist HR service to its directorates of c. 2000 employees across the John Radcliffe, NOC, Churchill and Horton Hospitals. My role is to line manage, lead and develop my Divisional HR Team, to monitor and report upon my teams performance and their individual performance across the full range of Human Resource activities, to ensure that my team address all staff related challenges within the Division comprehensively and effectively through best practice. It is also my role to provide expert advice on a range of complex HR matters, leading on employee relations cases and other employment issues. To provide assurance on the advice given by my team to the Directorates senior staff and others with regard to case management. To establish ways of coaching and developing our current and future leaders to effectively fulfil their people management responsibilities and to continuously improve upon service delivery. It is important for me to develop both positive and collaborative working relationships with teams and key people across the Trust. I work with the Senior team in conjunction with the Workforce team to improve Divisional performance by ensuring that Divisional KPIs are understood, actioned, monitored and delivered. These results are then provided to each of our five directorates in report format on a monthly basis. These reports help us inform the support required for our directorates and build on a culture of continuous improvement. I am also a member of the Trust Champion for Change Programme. To lead on projects across the Trust to drive and implement change, for the benefit of the Trust and its patients. I also contribute to the writing of Trust HR Policies, the organisation of Trust wide events, while ensuring my HR team provide the best possible service for the division as a whole. Show less
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SOLL Leisure
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United Kingdom
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HR Business Partner
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Mar 2011 - Jan 2015
HR Business Partner - September 2014 - January 2015 This was a stand-a-lone role for the group, in addition to my responsibilities as a People Development Manager my duties as an HR Business Partner included but were not limited to: Drive business performance across 5 sites in Oxfordshire, Hampshire and Kent. Lead in the development of policies and procedures . Deputise for the Managing Director Attend quarterly board meetings reporting to the board. Provide support and coaching to our managers. Responsibility for dealing with any tribunal claims that arise Work across the business disciplines to lead and influence change at a strategic level People Development Manager - July 2013 - September 2014 Reporting to the Managing Director my key duties are to provide a high quality HR service across a multi-site operation in the South East of England, delivering all aspects including supporting operational managers with performance management, job evaluation, conduct and discipline and recruitment. I manage the payroll function along with the pension administration for the company. I liaise with company advisors on company secretarial matters. I report to the board on a quarterly basis regarding the strategic objectives of the People Management Department. Group / Business Development Administrator - Mar 2011 - July 2013 Provide administrative and HR support to MD, the Exec team and Senior Management team (SMT). Duties include but not limited to: Diary management of MD, FD and Head of Ops. Ensuring Companies House and Charities Commission information are submitted to deadline. New Business Development. Training Co-ordinator for Soll Leisure's internal and external training offering. Member of the HR monitoring and review team, to ensure all company policies are accurate and up to date. Responsible for personnel files for the company. Ensuring recruitment processes are adhered to and carried out. Supporting employees with any enquiries regarding HR. Show less
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Ricardo plc
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United Kingdom
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Environmental Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Group Administrator
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May 2006 - May 2010
Responsible for providing administrative and HR support to the director of the NCEC and the department as a whole. The role demanded exceptional organisational and communication skills. The key duties included but were not limited to: Compiling weekly sales figures and entering them into the spreadsheets for senior management. Compiling monthly financial board report ensuring all details were accurate before being sent to the board. Organising travel arrangements for members of the team as required. Administering annual leave requests Ensuring personnel files and correspondence was kept up to date Event management Speaking with suppliers / clients as required to support the sales team Providing administrative support to the training manager General secretarial duties Show less
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Account Executive
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Dec 2001 - May 2006
Fast4wD Ogilvy are a medical recruitment agency specialising in clinical trials. I joined Fast4wD as a team administrator providing administrative support to the account team. This role demanded excellent administrative skills, including computer literacy and attention to detail. The key duties were as follows: • Ensuring all documentation was in order and filed correctly both electronically and in hard copy. This was to ensure that we could be audited at any time and produce necessary documentation on demand. The standard was to keep everything for at least 7 years. • Proof reading of any publications the team were working on to ensure accuracy before going to print. Fast4wD Ogilvy promoted me to account executive in 2003, this role demanded all of the above along with the capability of taking ownership of parts of a project and having direct contact with the client and their colleagues as required. The role then involved the management of the translation of all the materials and the printing of them for each participating country once ethics approval had been received. Show less
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Office Manager
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Jan 2000 - Dec 2001
CPR were a public relations firm, the role was to ensure the smooth running of the office and to provide administrative support to the directors of the company. The key duties were as follows: Manage expenses Manage diaries of both directors Event management Manage junior administrator The company moved to London in 2001, I took the decision not to follow. CPR were a public relations firm, the role was to ensure the smooth running of the office and to provide administrative support to the directors of the company. The key duties were as follows: Manage expenses Manage diaries of both directors Event management Manage junior administrator The company moved to London in 2001, I took the decision not to follow.
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BT Group
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United Kingdom
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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Customer Service Advisor
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Jan 1998 - Jan 2000
The main responsibility for this role was to provide support on the 150-customer service line. To progress within BT I provided administrative support on staff training sessions. Creating PowerPoint presentations and training packs for staff to take away. The main responsibility for this role was to provide support on the 150-customer service line. To progress within BT I provided administrative support on staff training sessions. Creating PowerPoint presentations and training packs for staff to take away.
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Education
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1987 - 1993
Didcot Girls School
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