Experience

Heddlu Dyfed-Powys Police

• United Kingdom
• Law Enforcement
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Recruitment and Human Resources Specialist

  • 2019 - Present

  Seconded from Dyfed Powys Police, working at an Assistant Director level with the National Police Uplift Team. I work with the Home Office, College of Policing, Police forces and external stakeholders to deliver this project, tasked to deliver 20,000 new police officers in England and Wales. I hold two roles:Regional Lead for Wales - Managing a large portfolio, I drive human resource components for this dynamic project, with particular focus on recruitment; ensuring all four Welsh police forces remain focused on meeting the required uplift numbers. I have led the implementation of services including an online platform, application processes, data standards and enhanced guidance for recruitment leads.Uplift lead On Recruitment - Working in partnership with external companies, procurement leads, forces, the College of Policing and the Home Office, I redesigned and improved police recruitment processes for all 43 UK police forces. Introducing recruitment consistency, I delivered one universal method, applicant tracking system reliability, integration of databases and analysis of attrition rates to deliver comprehensive process improvement. This was carried out during Covid restrictions working remotely. I have worked with a variety of Applicant Tracking Software,HRIS and analytic software during this programme of work. Show less

• Assistant Director

  • 2017 - 2019

  Working on secondment, I worked on 13 programmes of work to support the collaboration of the police forces of Wales: Gwent, Dyfed Powys, North and South Wales. Managing a large portfolio, I ensured all four police forces remained focused on the programme of delivery. I lead on and implemented an online recruitment platform (Oleeo) (Taligent) data standards, enhanced guidance for recruiters and an improved candidate experience. This police officer recruitment module went live within 12 weeks and within budget. The project grew develop other enhancements to all aspects of recruitment. This project delivered integration solutions, bilingual functionality and ensured all four force requirements were met.I implemented other collaborative projects for four police services of Wales in the learning and development services arena. Show less

• Head of Human Resources (HR) - Assistant Director

  • 2008 - 2017

  An expert in my field, I provided HR direction and guidance across the organisation. Managing five teams, I led service delivery, employee relations and resourcing, occupational health and learning and development. In addition, I drove the development and delivery of the workforce resource and succession planning, building resilient future proofing of all HR related services.



South Wales Police

• United Kingdom
• Law Enforcement
• 700 & Above Employee

• Head of Shared Services

  • 2007 - 2008

  Serving as a member of a senior leadership team, I led this central HR strategy and process service. Advising on strategic development, I oversaw resource allocation to meet exacting requirements, consistently delivering creative and timely solutions to emerging issues.

• Shared Services Project Manager

  • 2007 - 2007

  I led a change project to improve processes, functions and practices, introducing a shared service for internal partners that successfully benchmarked against private and public sectors. I commissioned objective assessments, working with unions and the Police Federation to deliver a smooth and acceptable transition and ensure all compliance with statutory obligations were met.

• Head of Department

  • 2005 - 2007

  As the organisation’s senior advisor on equality and diversity, I advised the Chief Constable and key partners on equality and employment legislation, compliance and training. Devising and launching diversity support networks; improving understanding of requirements and new equality legislation. I introduced impact training and progressed strands to build on all areas of diversity. Engaging with the community, I presented at forums and chaired and facilitated meetings and briefings.

• Department Head

  • 1999 - 2005

  I drove initiatives to attract around 150 recruits per year to join South Wales Police, highlighting positive action initiatives to attract diverse community interest. I led the design and implementation of promotion processes for all ranks, building resilient and fair succession planning. Ensuring the highest level of assessor professionalism, I quality assured staff recruitment and assessments. I wrote comprehensive reports for the Association of Chief Police Officers and the Police Authority, securing my reputation for excellence in this field. I also worked on specialist projects: Recruitment to HR General - Advisor I managed working disciplines, grievances, pay queries and general work of HR including advice and guidance on employment issues, absence management and sickness.Home Office - National Recruitment Standards - Project Member I supported the introduction of National Recruit Assessment Centres. Responding to parliamentary questions around this initiative, I considered eligibility criteria such as nationality and disability act and advised on the implementation of the National Recruitment Standards across policing. Show less

• Administration Manager

  • 1993 - 1999

  My first roles addressed administration, communication and research. I went on to specialise in HR, responsible for staff issues, organisational reviews and training, and career development. I worked within a complaints and discipline unit, developing understanding of functions and procedures for police officers and staff and grievance issues.

• Administrative

  • 1987 - 1993

  I worked in various roles in South Wales Police after leaving the Royal Navy. Control Room 999 Operation, Station Enquiry, Audit and Administration.



Royal Navy

• United Kingdom
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Comms

  • 1984 - 1987