Laurence Beckett
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Simi Alofoje
I worked with Laurence on and off throughout my career at Aviva. One thing that sticks out for me about Laurence has always been the strength of his convictions. He was never afraid of being the one person to raise an alternative view and often this led to change of course or at least a pause to consider a different perspective. Laurence is an experienced and accomplished HR leader who held the responsibility of the
Rachel Glaze MCIPD
Laurence is a highly skilled and accomplished business partner, with a passion for creating an environment where people and organisations can work at their best. He focuses on the detail whilst ensuring that the overall strategic objectives are delivered against. It is always fun and inspiring to work in a team with Laurence. He enables others to fulfil their potential through his support, guidance and giving them space to develop.
Simi Alofoje
I worked with Laurence on and off throughout my career at Aviva. One thing that sticks out for me about Laurence has always been the strength of his convictions. He was never afraid of being the one person to raise an alternative view and often this led to change of course or at least a pause to consider a different perspective. Laurence is an experienced and accomplished HR leader who held the responsibility of the
Rachel Glaze MCIPD
Laurence is a highly skilled and accomplished business partner, with a passion for creating an environment where people and organisations can work at their best. He focuses on the detail whilst ensuring that the overall strategic objectives are delivered against. It is always fun and inspiring to work in a team with Laurence. He enables others to fulfil their potential through his support, guidance and giving them space to develop.
Simi Alofoje
I worked with Laurence on and off throughout my career at Aviva. One thing that sticks out for me about Laurence has always been the strength of his convictions. He was never afraid of being the one person to raise an alternative view and often this led to change of course or at least a pause to consider a different perspective. Laurence is an experienced and accomplished HR leader who held the responsibility of the
Rachel Glaze MCIPD
Laurence is a highly skilled and accomplished business partner, with a passion for creating an environment where people and organisations can work at their best. He focuses on the detail whilst ensuring that the overall strategic objectives are delivered against. It is always fun and inspiring to work in a team with Laurence. He enables others to fulfil their potential through his support, guidance and giving them space to develop.
Simi Alofoje
I worked with Laurence on and off throughout my career at Aviva. One thing that sticks out for me about Laurence has always been the strength of his convictions. He was never afraid of being the one person to raise an alternative view and often this led to change of course or at least a pause to consider a different perspective. Laurence is an experienced and accomplished HR leader who held the responsibility of the
Rachel Glaze MCIPD
Laurence is a highly skilled and accomplished business partner, with a passion for creating an environment where people and organisations can work at their best. He focuses on the detail whilst ensuring that the overall strategic objectives are delivered against. It is always fun and inspiring to work in a team with Laurence. He enables others to fulfil their potential through his support, guidance and giving them space to develop.
Credentials
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Diversity and Inclusion in a Global Enterprise
LinkedInApr, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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OPEN TO NEW POSSIBILITIES
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South Africa
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Director
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Jan 2023 - Present
Open to collaborating with like minded people Open to collaborating with like minded people
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DXC Technology
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Director EMEA
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Nov 2020 - Jan 2023
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Aviva
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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People Director, UK Savings & Retirement
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Apr 2018 - Nov 2020
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People Partner, Retirement Solutions
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Apr 2014 - Nov 2020
HR Director - partnering with the Retirement Solutions business unit (helping individuals plan, save for and enjoy a financially secure retirement). Primarily responsible for Strategic people planning, building capability and developing talent pipelines within the business.
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HR Director to Chief Operating Officer, Aviva UK & Ireland Life
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Jul 2012 - Mar 2014
HR Director for Chief Operating Officer with responsibility for strategic people planning, building capability and developing Talent pipelines across a wide range of activities.
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Aviva Group Centre
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London, United Kingdom
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HR Director, Aviva Group Centre
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Sep 2010 - Jul 2012
HR Director for Global functions. Working with 6 Group Executive members responsible for Strategic people planning, talent acquisition development & retention, succession planning, building capability and creating a highly motivated workforce. HR Director for Global functions. Working with 6 Group Executive members responsible for Strategic people planning, talent acquisition development & retention, succession planning, building capability and creating a highly motivated workforce.
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Aviva
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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HR Services Director
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May 2007 - Sep 2010
Responsible for key aspects of HR Shared Service including Recruitment, Learning & Development, Sales & Regulated Training, Employee and Manager Advice, Payroll and Risk & Governance and HR Operations. Responsible for key aspects of HR Shared Service including Recruitment, Learning & Development, Sales & Regulated Training, Employee and Manager Advice, Payroll and Risk & Governance and HR Operations.
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Aviva
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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HR Business Partner, Aviva UK General Insurance
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Apr 2002 - May 2005
HR Business Partner for Marketing & Underwriting and Intermediary Business. Responsible for working with GI Executive members to ensure appropriate people plans are in place. HR Business Partner for Marketing & Underwriting and Intermediary Business. Responsible for working with GI Executive members to ensure appropriate people plans are in place.
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Aviva
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Various L&D and HR generalist roles
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Jun 1994 - Mar 2001
Working in a variety of L&D and HR roles in both General Insurance and Life & Pensions businesses. Roles include Project Management, Head of Training, and various Business Partner roles. Working in a variety of L&D and HR roles in both General Insurance and Life & Pensions businesses. Roles include Project Management, Head of Training, and various Business Partner roles.
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Education
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2001 - 2003
University of East Anglia
Masters, Business Administration (MBA) -
1998 - 1999
The Open University
Dip Mgt, Management -
1987 - 1989
City College, Norwich
Diploma in Communications -
1982 - 1987
Sheringham High School
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