Experience

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  Broken String Biosciences

  • Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

  • Human Resources Business Partner

    • Mar 2024 - Present
    • Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

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  TechPoint

  • Bedfordshire, England, United Kingdom

  • Group Head of HR

    • Apr 2023 - Jan 2024
    • Bedfordshire, England, United Kingdom

    UK based PCB Kitting and Manufacturing. Supporting 150 employees across 4 sites in Thetford, Bedford, Bath and Ilminster. Reported to Group CEO. Stand alone role. Key achievements include:- Partnered, advised and supported executive and senior leadership in all areas of people, organisation and cultural design.- Identified, sourced, project managed and rolled out Group HRIS and consolidated payroll and pension. - Wrote and issued from the ground up all foundational HR policies maintained through a People Policy matrix- Owned, identified and delivered against Engagement Survey results.- Formalised annual pay review process, engaging with department leadership and executive leadership.- Lead reviews on organisational design in significant impact areas such as commercial and procurement.- Identified, created and delivered against Group HR Strategy.

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  T2 Tea

  • London, United Kingdom

  • Head of HR UK & US

    • Mar 2019 - Mar 2023
    • London, United Kingdom

    Global tea and tea ware retailer. HQ: Melbourne, Australia. Reported to Global Director of People.Leading a team of 3. Most senior Manager in country and Lead for UK & US. Key achievements include:• Identified, created and rolled out a Global Coaching framework and process• Developed a global People Policy matrix• Identified and delivered against Engagement Survey results.• Led the UK and US in the M&A process • Drove the D&I agenda from D&I focused policies to running focus groups. • Rolled out the new Human Capital system, Success Factor, in the UK & US • As part of a global restructuring program, led on the closure of up to 10 stores in the UK and the US • Provided BP services to Unilever’s other UK retail brands: GROM, Ben & Jerry’s & Ayush• Led COVID-19 crisis and relief management and policy implementation• Led payroll across 2 countries and 2 companies

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  RICHARD MILLE EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA LIMITED

  • 1 Putney High Street

  • Human Resources Manager

    • Mar 2018 - Mar 2019
    • 1 Putney High Street

    EMEA Luxury wristwatch retailer. HQ: London, UK. Reported to CFO.Head of HR, coaching and supporting all levels from Directors to Boutique Managers in all countries: UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Turkey, Italy and Dubai. Key achievements include:• Instigated and successfully lead a total company benefits review• Writing and rolling out UK and companywide policies and contracts of Employment• Managing and advising on complex ER cases

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  Godiva Chocolatier

  • United States
  • Food and Beverage Services
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Human Resources Business Partner

    • Aug 2016 - Feb 2018

    Global Confectionary retailer. HQ: Brussels, Belgium. Reported to EMEA HR Director. Key achievements include:• Successful transition of the Retail team to a Franchise buyer, advising the CEO and establishing the new HR function• Manage a UK TUPE transfer in conjunction with redundancies as part of a global reorganization• Implementation and roll-out of WORKDAY system project in the UK and leading the EU team in the process

  • HR Generalist EMEA

    • Mar 2015 - Jul 2016

    Global Confectionary retailer. HQ: Brussels, Belgium. Reported to EMEA HRBP.Main countries of responsibility: UK, Belgium, France and GermanyKey achievements include:• Nominated for and attended the Godiva Emerging Leaders Program 2016• Successfully implemented a retail level succession planning which resulted in entry level Sales hires only and retail management succession into office roles.• Facilitated the year-end calibration process from start to finish collaborating closely with key stakeholders and leadership to ensure a smooth and efficient process

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  Monsanto Company

  • Cambridge, United Kingdom

  • HR Generalist UK/IE/Nordic/Baltic

    • Nov 2011 - Mar 2015
    • Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Global Biochem producer, now BAYER. EMEA HQ: Netherlands, Reported to SW EU HRBPMain countries of responsibility: UK, Ireland, Denmark, Sweden and LatviaKey achievements include:• Created/implemented a People Strategy based upon a review of regional business needs and in line with North West Commercial Business Strategy• Lead the business in setting up a registered office in Riga, Latvia, coordinating legal, HR, Commercial and Compensation and Benefits

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  Bokomo Foods UK Ltd

  • Wellingborough

  • HR Manager

    • Nov 2009 - Nov 2011
    • Wellingborough

    Cereal manufacturer. HQ: Cape Town, South Africa. Reported to CEO.Key achievements include:• Coached the Senior Management team through major leadership change• Rolled out companies first engagement survey and applied actions based on outcomes

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  Leisure Connection Ltd

  • Wyboston Lakes, Bedfordshire

  • HR Administrator

    • Nov 2008 - Nov 2009
    • Wyboston Lakes, Bedfordshire

    Part of a team of 4 HR professionals, covering 3700 employees over 25 sites across the UK. Responsible for all the administrative and support functions for the rest of the HR team.

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  Re5ult Ltd

  • Cambridge, United Kingdom

  • Office Manager/HR Administrator

    • May 2006 - Sep 2008
    • Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Recruitment and Selection: During the corporate growth period, I over doubled the workforce from 120 to 280 employees in a period of 4 months. Policies and Procedures: I wrote and implemented policies and procedures.Employee relations: I was the point of reference for all staff.Training and Development: I helped design and implement the internal training systems and monitored and supported new starters through their training. Performance Management: I implemented an appraisal system that suited the company’s needs and requirements.Updating HR Database: I updated and maintained the HR database and all related working sites. Payroll: I managed the payroll process, from timesheet processing to salary payments. General HR Admin: I monitored absenteeism, maintained HR intranet, administered all starters and leavers paperwork. Office Administration: I maintained the office administrative system, created and implemented the office H&S policy and procedure; ensured facilities were maintained, acted as a PA to the directors, managed reception and made travel arrangements.

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  Real Public Relations Ltd

  • Cambridge, United Kingdom

  • PR Administrative Assistant

    • Mar 2005 - Apr 2006
    • Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Office Administration: I created and maintained the office and its administrative system. I created and implemented office procedures. I managed consultant’s timesheets. I maintained the Website. Secretary Support: I supported and maintained directors’ administration, diary and travel requirements. I screened their telephone calls. Account Support: I liaised with clients on a regular basis and maintained strict client confidentiality. I researched for client related events.