Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Paragon Workplace Solutions (2022-03 – Present)
Paragon Group provide a comprehensive communications solution, striving to effectively connect clients with their customers through various channels such as print or digital communications.
- Implement and roll out an HR strategy to the Paragon senior leadership team, collaborating to establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and measures for assessing workplace performance.
- Orchestrated seamless onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Provide guidance and assistance to employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs.
- Designed and implemented performance management systems and processes, including goal-setting, performance evaluations, and constructive feedback
- Identified training and development needs, coordinating and overseeing employee training programs.
- Supports career development initiatives and facilitated succession planning.
- Administer compensation and benefits programs, including conducting salary reviews, managing bonuses, and administering employee benefits.
- Conduct salary benchmarking and analysis to establish and maintain competitive compensation structures.
- Collaborate closely with finance and payroll departments to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and alignment with organizational objectives.
People & Culture Business Partner at Moove Lubricants (part of Cosan Group) (2018-03 – 2022-02)
Moove - one of ExxonMobil's biggest sales and marketing distribution partners worldwide - Moove UK is one of many Mobil distribution business units.
- Implemented a 360 Degree Feedback Evaluation system to gather insights and feedback from peers, direct reports, supervisors, and other colleagues.
- Introduced the "We'reinthistogether" initiative to foster closer relationships between the Senior Management Team and employees, enhancing employee engagement.
- Implemented Employee Opinion Surveys to monitor and assess overall satisfaction levels within the company.
- Introduced the "High Potential Employee Program" and "Succession Planning" to identify and develop talented individuals within the organization.
- Demonstrated expertise in HR budget control, effectively reducing overhead costs.
- Implemented innovative recruiting strategies, such as creating a new careers portal with videos and testimonials, participating in careers fairs, and employing effective talent attraction techniques.
- Ensured company compliance with GDPR regulations, establishing policies, Employee Privacy Notices, and conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs). Also addressed Gender Pay Gap concerns
HR and Learning and Development Manager at Kilnbridge Construction LTD (2017-03 – 2018-01)
I worked at Kilnbridge, a multi-disciplined construction and engineering business operating on projects across London and the UK. With a workforce consisting of over 1000 employees and subcontractors.
- Develop and formulate the organizational strategy and plans to address training and development requirements.
- Create training courses and programs to fulfill identified training needs, either by personally designing them or by overseeing external providers.
- Identify, evaluate, and manage external training and accreditation bodies, agencies, and providers to ensure the delivery of training at the required standards.
- Effectively manage and nurture the professional growth of direct-reporting staff members
Interim HR Manager at Hovis Limited, Dagenham (2016-08 – 2017-01)
Hovis Limited is the second largest food and manufacturing bakery in the UK.
- Employee Relations: Exercising strong leadership and providing valuable guidance to the HR team, ensuring the delivery of comprehensive HR services encompassing absence management, disciplinary actions, and grievances
- Learning and Development: Acting as a trusted advisor, offering expert insights and recommendations on development opportunities for both managers and their teams, fostering their professional growth and advancement.
- Performance Management: Coaching managers on effective performance management strategies and practices, guiding them through the intricacies of performance evaluation and improvement processes.
- Succession Planning: Proactively identifying and cultivating potential future leaders, senior managers, and key individuals to assume critical roles, thereby securing the organization's smooth functioning and long-term success.
- Recruitment and Retention: Assuming overall accountability for talent management, spearheading recruitment efforts, and formulating innovative strategies to attract and retain top-tier talent, ensuring the organization's sustained growth and competitive edge.
UK Group HR Business Partner at CMA CGM Group, City of London (2013-06 – 2016-07)
I worked at CMA CGM Group, the world's third-largest shipping company, where my role involved providing comprehensive HR advisory services to managers. My focus was on supporting the company's objectives of improving management processes and delivering exceptional customer service.
- Implementing the recruitment strategy and managing all employee relations matters for the London, Tilbury, and Southampton offices.
- Successfully reducing recruitment agency costs by up to 40% by introducing new sourcing channels and innovative recruitment methods.
- Leading the restructuring and relocation of the Brentwood regional team after the Group's decision to close the Felixstowe Head Office.
- Developing a comprehensive relocation policy that encompassed a relocation package and home working options for field-based employees.
Interim Senior HR Officer at Excel Care, Bromley (2013-01 – 2013-05)
HR Manager (Stand Alone) at Ursuline High School, Wimbledon (2011-08 – 2013-01)
HR Generalist at St Georges NHS Hospital, Tooting (2009-10 – 2011-06)
Executive Assistant at The Social Enterprise Loan Fund (TSELF) (2007-03 – 2009-10)
