Neil B.
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Emily Gates
It’s rare that you come across standout talent like Neil! I had the pleasure of working with Neil for two years at Maple Event Group, collaborating on many projects as members of the Executive team. I was particularly impressed by Neil's strong communication skills. Neil has an amazing ability to communicate through both written and oral methods in a clear, concise, and effective way to individuals on all levels of the organization. Effective communication sometimes included negotiation. When conflicts surfaced between co-workers or management and employees, Neil had an excellent ability to assist both sides in finding middle ground, so that a compromise could be reached. Neil would be an asset to any team.
Christie Knox
You would be so lucky to work with Neil! I was fortunate to work alongside Neil in the Executive Management team of Maple Event Group. He was an outstanding coach who consistently provided feedback and supported the entire management team. The lessons I've learnt from Neil are second to none, he helped me through situations I never dreamed of being successful in. He brings out the best in people and that's not an easy task. Well done Neil, I truly hope our paths will cross again one day.
Emily Gates
It’s rare that you come across standout talent like Neil! I had the pleasure of working with Neil for two years at Maple Event Group, collaborating on many projects as members of the Executive team. I was particularly impressed by Neil's strong communication skills. Neil has an amazing ability to communicate through both written and oral methods in a clear, concise, and effective way to individuals on all levels of the organization. Effective communication sometimes included negotiation. When conflicts surfaced between co-workers or management and employees, Neil had an excellent ability to assist both sides in finding middle ground, so that a compromise could be reached. Neil would be an asset to any team.
Christie Knox
You would be so lucky to work with Neil! I was fortunate to work alongside Neil in the Executive Management team of Maple Event Group. He was an outstanding coach who consistently provided feedback and supported the entire management team. The lessons I've learnt from Neil are second to none, he helped me through situations I never dreamed of being successful in. He brings out the best in people and that's not an easy task. Well done Neil, I truly hope our paths will cross again one day.
Emily Gates
It’s rare that you come across standout talent like Neil! I had the pleasure of working with Neil for two years at Maple Event Group, collaborating on many projects as members of the Executive team. I was particularly impressed by Neil's strong communication skills. Neil has an amazing ability to communicate through both written and oral methods in a clear, concise, and effective way to individuals on all levels of the organization. Effective communication sometimes included negotiation. When conflicts surfaced between co-workers or management and employees, Neil had an excellent ability to assist both sides in finding middle ground, so that a compromise could be reached. Neil would be an asset to any team.
Christie Knox
You would be so lucky to work with Neil! I was fortunate to work alongside Neil in the Executive Management team of Maple Event Group. He was an outstanding coach who consistently provided feedback and supported the entire management team. The lessons I've learnt from Neil are second to none, he helped me through situations I never dreamed of being successful in. He brings out the best in people and that's not an easy task. Well done Neil, I truly hope our paths will cross again one day.
Emily Gates
It’s rare that you come across standout talent like Neil! I had the pleasure of working with Neil for two years at Maple Event Group, collaborating on many projects as members of the Executive team. I was particularly impressed by Neil's strong communication skills. Neil has an amazing ability to communicate through both written and oral methods in a clear, concise, and effective way to individuals on all levels of the organization. Effective communication sometimes included negotiation. When conflicts surfaced between co-workers or management and employees, Neil had an excellent ability to assist both sides in finding middle ground, so that a compromise could be reached. Neil would be an asset to any team.
Christie Knox
You would be so lucky to work with Neil! I was fortunate to work alongside Neil in the Executive Management team of Maple Event Group. He was an outstanding coach who consistently provided feedback and supported the entire management team. The lessons I've learnt from Neil are second to none, he helped me through situations I never dreamed of being successful in. He brings out the best in people and that's not an easy task. Well done Neil, I truly hope our paths will cross again one day.
Experience
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Yorkshire Garden Centres
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United Kingdom
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Horticulture
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of People and Culture
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Jun 2019 - Present
Oversee People and Culture of multiple Destination Centres across Yorkshire. Member of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for creating a great employee culture driven by great people. Oversee People and Culture of multiple Destination Centres across Yorkshire. Member of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for creating a great employee culture driven by great people.
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Melbourne Event Group
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Australia
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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People and Culture Manager
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Jan 2017 - May 2019
As a member of the Executive Team at Maple Event Group my role was to create a WOW experience for each and every member of our permanent and casual team. Responsible for the whole employee experience and engagement of the MEG team. We had an average employee Net Promotor Score (NPS) of +56, the average across our industry was -11. In 2018 we were named #7 on the Best Places to Work list across Australia, making us the #1 rated hospitality business in Australia for small to medium businesses. We did this by: - recruiting the right people who are values aligned - listening to feedback and acting upon that - communicating effectively in a fun and engaging way - continuously learning and developing the whole team - caring about our people because we genuinely want to WOW them all. - having lots of fun! Have a peak at a some of our videos below to find out more about MEG.
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Portakabin
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United Kingdom
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Construction
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700 & Above Employee
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L&D Manager
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May 2016 - Dec 2016
Supporting the Head of HR, L&D & CSR in providing the interface between L&D and the Portakabin Group to embed a strategic approach to Learning & Development.Manage a team of L&D professionals, leading on all L&D activities across Portakabin Group including:- Learning and Development Academy- Skills Modules- Business Led Educational Initiatives- E-learning- Coaching & Mentoring- Welcome/Induction- Technical and Professional Development- L&D Comms
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Senior HR Business Partner
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Nov 2014 - May 2016
A member of the HR, with specific responsibility for Trainees across the Portakabin Group and a number of Learning and Development initiatives. Additionally the senior HR Business Partner for the Hire Division. Current initiatives include developing and promoting our Training Academy and Job Modules for the Group.
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HR Business Partner
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Jul 2010 - Nov 2014
Support the HR Manager and wider HR Team in providing the interface between HR and the different businesses/business areas of the Portakabin Group to embed a strategic approach to HR development and management that results in more effective front line delivery.Generalist HRBP supporting Portakabin Hire Division, Scottish Division, Konstructa, Foremans and Allspace.Head office: York. Scope of role: NationwideHR Strategy: Values, Coaching & MentoringEmployee Engagement: Employee SurveyRelations: Disciplinary and Grievance, Occupational Health, Maternity, Flexible Working.Training & Development: Management WorkshopsResourcing: PSL, Interviewing, Testing, OPQ Trained
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OneFamily
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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HR Executive
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Aug 2009 - Jul 2010
Providing generalist support to a mutual society, with over 160 members at their Head Offices in Harrogate. Working alongside the Head of HRLD and a HR Administrator to provide professional advice and support across the business. (Was Engage Mutual Assurance) Providing generalist support to a mutual society, with over 160 members at their Head Offices in Harrogate. Working alongside the Head of HRLD and a HR Administrator to provide professional advice and support across the business. (Was Engage Mutual Assurance)
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Ashfield Event Experiences
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United Kingdom
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Events Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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HR Officer
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Aug 2006 - Aug 2009
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Scope: UK, Europe & USA Role: Supported the HR Manager on all HR / Learning and Development activities within the UK, Netherlands and US offices. HR Generalist Role Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Scope: UK, Europe & USA Role: Supported the HR Manager on all HR / Learning and Development activities within the UK, Netherlands and US offices. HR Generalist Role
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Laing O'Rourke
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Construction
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700 & Above Employee
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HR Assistant
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May 2005 - Jul 2006
Location: Manchester Scope: Northern England Role: Supported the HR Advisor with all things HR related. Full Generalist role specialising in Recruitment, HR Relations. Young Enterprise Advisor during time spent here. Location: Manchester Scope: Northern England Role: Supported the HR Advisor with all things HR related. Full Generalist role specialising in Recruitment, HR Relations. Young Enterprise Advisor during time spent here.
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Education
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2006 - 2009
Leeds Metropolitan University
Post Graduate Diploma, Human Resources -
2012 - 2013
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SHL, Occupational Testing -
2002 - 2005
Leeds Metropolitan University
BA HONS, Business & HR
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