Gavin Differ Assoc CIPD
People Business Partner- North at DEBRA UK- Claim this Profile
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Lesley Murray
I have worked with Gavin for over 10 years., in that time I have seen him grow and flourish into a very experienced, highly professional and respected People Manager. Gavin demonstrates a passion for delivering Key Performance Indicators, and was instrumental in leading the group to adopt a more diverse and inclusive workforce. He excels at coaching and developing his stakeholders. As a work colleague, I value the guidance, resilience and support he offers. Gavin will be a an asset to any organisation.
Katie Miller, Assoc CIPD
When Gavin was my line manager he was always very approachable and his passion and knowledge for his work came across clearly. I appreciated how he always looked out for development opportunities for me and how supportive he was. Gavin is engaging, inclusive and a team player which is a great combination when working in HR.
Lesley Murray
I have worked with Gavin for over 10 years., in that time I have seen him grow and flourish into a very experienced, highly professional and respected People Manager. Gavin demonstrates a passion for delivering Key Performance Indicators, and was instrumental in leading the group to adopt a more diverse and inclusive workforce. He excels at coaching and developing his stakeholders. As a work colleague, I value the guidance, resilience and support he offers. Gavin will be a an asset to any organisation.
Katie Miller, Assoc CIPD
When Gavin was my line manager he was always very approachable and his passion and knowledge for his work came across clearly. I appreciated how he always looked out for development opportunities for me and how supportive he was. Gavin is engaging, inclusive and a team player which is a great combination when working in HR.
Lesley Murray
I have worked with Gavin for over 10 years., in that time I have seen him grow and flourish into a very experienced, highly professional and respected People Manager. Gavin demonstrates a passion for delivering Key Performance Indicators, and was instrumental in leading the group to adopt a more diverse and inclusive workforce. He excels at coaching and developing his stakeholders. As a work colleague, I value the guidance, resilience and support he offers. Gavin will be a an asset to any organisation.
Katie Miller, Assoc CIPD
When Gavin was my line manager he was always very approachable and his passion and knowledge for his work came across clearly. I appreciated how he always looked out for development opportunities for me and how supportive he was. Gavin is engaging, inclusive and a team player which is a great combination when working in HR.
Lesley Murray
I have worked with Gavin for over 10 years., in that time I have seen him grow and flourish into a very experienced, highly professional and respected People Manager. Gavin demonstrates a passion for delivering Key Performance Indicators, and was instrumental in leading the group to adopt a more diverse and inclusive workforce. He excels at coaching and developing his stakeholders. As a work colleague, I value the guidance, resilience and support he offers. Gavin will be a an asset to any organisation.
Katie Miller, Assoc CIPD
When Gavin was my line manager he was always very approachable and his passion and knowledge for his work came across clearly. I appreciated how he always looked out for development opportunities for me and how supportive he was. Gavin is engaging, inclusive and a team player which is a great combination when working in HR.
Credentials
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Engaging leadership
Dale Carnegie TrainingOct, 2014- Oct, 2024
Experience
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DEBRA UK
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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People Business Partner- North
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Apr 2022 - Present
•Business Partnering with the Regional Manager to provide strong HR support, advice and guidance across stores in Scotland and the North of England. •Develop and support the implementation of policies, processes and systems across the retail portfolio •Support the development of high performing teams •Advising managers on employee relations cases, monitoring absence, capability and performance •Business Partnering with the Regional Manager to provide strong HR support, advice and guidance across stores in Scotland and the North of England. •Develop and support the implementation of policies, processes and systems across the retail portfolio •Support the development of high performing teams •Advising managers on employee relations cases, monitoring absence, capability and performance
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Morrisons
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India
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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People Manager
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Oct 2011 - Apr 2022
•Support the senior leadership team to deliver strong performance through our people plans and achieve all relevant KPIs. •Responsible for supporting managers and ensuring a fair process is followed with ER issues, performance management, talent development and change management in sites with approx 250 colleagues. •Accountable for achieving payroll budgets, recruitment, training and retention of staff. •Supporting and leading HR projects for D&I, engagement and colleague development. •Support the senior leadership team to deliver strong performance through our people plans and achieve all relevant KPIs. •Responsible for supporting managers and ensuring a fair process is followed with ER issues, performance management, talent development and change management in sites with approx 250 colleagues. •Accountable for achieving payroll budgets, recruitment, training and retention of staff. •Supporting and leading HR projects for D&I, engagement and colleague development.
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Co-op
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United Kingdom
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Store Manager
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Oct 2005 - Sep 2011
•Business Management – responsible for full and effective operational running of the store supported by a store team; working with managers and team leaders to continually review and develop business improvement strategies to enhance store performance, customer service levels and profitability. • Operations Management – ensuring all business operations run efficiently including resourcing, facilities, building, stock, health and safety in line with corporate and legislative requirements. • Team Leadership – managing team with HR responsibilities including recruitment, absence management, appraisals, objectives and KPI’s, performance management, training and development; utilising a collaborative management style to empower individuals to work towards their own career goals while meeting the needs of the business.
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Education
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2001 - 2005
University of Aberdeen
Bachelor's degree, Psychology -
2019 - 2020
CIPD Qualifications
CIPD Level 5 Diploma Human Resource Management
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