Engagement and Strategy Director

• Jan 2019 - Present

Strategy Director

• Dec 2016 - Present

We're a strategic employee engagement agency that helps global organisations create deeper connections with their people.Our mission is to create thriving workplaces where people understand why their contribution matters. In this role:• I am responsible for the development and execution of Morgan Agency’s strategy. • I manage a portfolio of client relationships and form a part of the new business team• I lead on the delivery of key client work (specialising in strategy, culture and change projects)• I manage several project teams made up of internal and external colleagues Show less

Group Communications Manager

• Oct 2015 - Dec 2016

The Deb Group has 1000+ people based all over the world. This was a period when Deb was trying to maintain its culture during a period of fast growth following a recent acquisition. My office was at Headquarters in Denby, Derbyshire. In this role: • I worked with the board to create the Group's first communications infrastructure (from a standing start). • I acted as advisor to the CEO and senior leadership on sensitive issues such as Brexit and business acquisitions. • I created and led an international internal communications task force which championed 'engagement' globally. • I led on the development of an external communications framework for the business which coordinated global PR activity and established a 'Group' voice. Show less

Communications Manager - Strategic Projects

• Oct 2014 - Oct 2015

The Saint-Gobain Delegation UK & Ireland services 17,000 employees across more than 1000 locations. In this role:* I worked alongside the Director of Communications to design, develop and execute the communications strategy on behalf of Saint-Gobain Delegation UK & Ireland. * Was responsible for the communication of global strategy across 30+ UK & Ireland brands. The core challenge was making this meaningful for these brands. * Rolled out Saint-Gobain’s first employer brand campaign which comprises multi-channel internal and external communications, social media presence and strong employee participation. * Reviewed the UK & Ireland Delegation’s approach to CSR reporting and communications - introducing an interactive and digital-first approach. * Project managed the creation of a Foundation for entrepreneurs in the construction industry. This is a core part of Saint-Gobain’s CSR commitment. Show less

Internal Communications Manager

• Oct 2012 - Nov 2014

Part of the Saint-Gobain group, Leicestershire-based British-Gypsum employs 1100+ people across six UK manufacturing sites. In this role I reported to the HR Director and managed a £80k budget - responsible for the development, management and progression of Internal Communications. Achievements: * Following the implementation of the Internal Communications strategy, British Gypsum has seen significant growth (10-20%) in its employees’ engagement with communication. This has been reflected in continued improvement in its Employee and Communication Surveys. * In 2014, amongst other channels, we adopted Gamification methodologies to educate 100 senior employees about our strategic approach. This focus on articulating the company’s strategic narrative has led to greater employee understanding of British Gypsum’s direction and ambition. This was actually the highest uplift in the latest employee survey (+10% yoy). * I was also responsible for leading numerous cross-functional project teams including a scheme of work to establish and introduce an Employer Brand for the business. This involved over 600 people contributing to a picture of ‘why it's great to work at British Gypsum'. This project has been widely recognised as an example of best practice and won ‘Best Brand Initiative’ at the company’s annual recognition awards. * As well as a heavy strategic and consultative focus, this role required tactical delivery including redeveloping an intranet platform (monthly impressions up +500%), launching an internal social media site (20% of the business voluntarily signed up) and overhauling the monthly ‘briefing’ process (to focus on strategic narrative). * I am extremely proud to have left a legacy of more creative and proactive employee-led communication Show less

PR and Communications Executive

• Mar 2011 - Nov 2012

Working for the Saint-Gobain Shared Marketing Services team, my scope included managing PR and Communications for a number of brands, including:- British Gypsum- Saint-Gobain Isover- Saint-Gobain Weber- ArtexThis included:- Development, implementation and measurement of PR plans- Corporate communication planning and research- Campaign-led communications- Relationship management (with publications, agencies, customers and colleagues)- Consultation and advice across businesses- Copy-writing and editing- Member of charity, sustainability and environmental committees- Project leadership- Policy development- Executive board engagement- Employee research development, implementation, analysis and presentation- Workshop development and implementationKey achievement: Establishing robust PR management practices across the brands whilst increasing exposure. Show less

Assistant Buying Manager

• Sep 2010 - Mar 2011

Based at Boots’ Nottingham Support Office, I was responsible for supporting the Buying Manager in the stewardship of the Baby products portfolio. This was ultimately a ‘stepping-stone role’ whilst I relocated back down to the Midlands. The analytical and market/customer-focused nature of the role however has left a lasting impression on me. Based at Boots’ Nottingham Support Office, I was responsible for supporting the Buying Manager in the stewardship of the Baby products portfolio. This was ultimately a ‘stepping-stone role’ whilst I relocated back down to the Midlands. The analytical and market/customer-focused nature of the role however has left a lasting impression on me.