David Stephenson

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About David Stephenson

I am an internationally experienced people leader with 35 years successful track record facilitating leadership, team and organisational transformation across a wide variety of sectors. I believe sustained organisational success comes down to the human dimension - finding, energising and connecting people so they effectively collaborate, learn and innovate. Examples of my previous roles: -Vice President HR Europe for Iron Mountain-HR Director Asia for Volvo Truck Corporation based in Sweden and China-Change Director and Group Head of OD for Royal Mail Group >200,000 employees-People & OD Director for Bright Horizons Europe, voted 19th European Great Place to Work-Head of L&D for Telefonica O2, UK&I, voted UK 8th Greatest Place to Work-People Strategy for National Electricity Utility (ESB) in Ireland-Programme Director for a £100m PFI in local Government-Head of Organisational Effectiveness for BAE Systems UK-HR Director for merger of two Finnish paper/pulp companies (StoraEnso)-Lead change consultant for creation and merger of the Financial Services Authority-SAP implementation in FTSE 100-Supply chain merger - FTSE 25 retail Group-Hospital GM at BUPA-Deputy Director OD for Civil Service-Director of "People" Partner Programme Waitrose-Senior Manager Arthur Andersen-HR Director Laird Specialties: -Organisation Design, Effectiveness & Development-HR & Talent Strategy-Transformation, Change & Programme Management-Behaviour & Culture-Learning & Development

David Stephenson's Current Company Details
Tark Thermal Solutions (formerly Laird Thermal Systems)

Tark Thermal Solutions (Formerly Laird Thermal Systems)

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David Stephenson Work Experience Details
  • Tark Thermal Solutions (Formerly Laird Thermal Systems)
    Hrd
    Tark Thermal Solutions (Formerly Laird Thermal Systems)
    United Kingdom
  • Laird Thermal Systems
    Hrd
    Laird Thermal Systems Jul 2018 - Present
    Laird Plc was purchased by the private equity firm Advent International for £1.2b in July 2018. I supported the CHRO in London HQ during the carveout of independent business units from the parent Group leading various fast paced projects. I was subsequently also asked to be HRD for one of the Divisions (Laird Thermal Systems) (10 Countries) and help them establish as an independent business. I have since relished leading the People agenda for a thriving and rapidly growing global SME with complex change agenda. In 2021 we were sold onto another PE firm Bregal International and we continue to grow top and bottom line double digit % annually.
  • Pentacle The Virtual Business School
    Associate
    Pentacle The Virtual Business School May 2018 - Present
    About usPentacle is a revolutionary business school, providing executive and management education to the world's most innovative organisations. We provoke, inspire, educate, enable, coach, and facilitate. At its heart is a group of business people who can teach and educators who know business. We collaborate using QUBE, our brilliant 3D virtual teaching environment to beat the restrictions of time and distance. Basically, QUBE is a learning & collaboration environment that provides Professor Eddie Obeng's World After Midnight tools, techniques and concepts. The QUBE software platform is WebEx, Second Life, Google Hangouts, Skype, Facebook, Dropbox, GoToMeeting & Adobe Connect, all rolled into one.
  • The Big Od
    Founder
    The Big Od 2011 - Present
    An experienced consultant, operating Internationally and across different sectors. Typical assignments include:-Generalist HR Director-Operating model and organisation redesign-Tranformation, Change & Programme Management-HR and Talent Strategy-Behaviour & Culture change-Learning & Development-Mergers & Acquisition
  • Accelerance
    Consultant
    Accelerance Nov 2012 - Present
    United Kingdom
    A part-time role supporting an international leadership development and OD consultancy based in Europe, Asia & USA. Expertise includes:-Talent and Leadership development-Organisation design and development-Strategic OD and L&D consulting-Top team facilitation-Executive coachinghttp://www.accelerance.co
  • Bae Systems
    Od Manager
    Bae Systems Jan 2018 - May 2018
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Interim consulting assignment.I designed and managed the transition to implementation of the new Org Design of Programme Controls for the whole submarine build programme. The Org design of PC cost £50m and took 18 months. This included Programme Controls for the Astute class of nuclear powered submarines as well as Dreadnought, which is the replacement programme for the Royal Navy’s Trident missile Vanguard Class submarines which form the UK’s nuclear deterrent. My work involved org design, change management and HR implementation of design. I simplified and accelerated the change implementation process saving valuable resources.
  • Bae Systems
    Organisation Effectiveness Lead
    Bae Systems Jan 2017 - Jan 2018
    Uk
    Consulting assignment.I led the design and development of capability in the field of Organisational Effectiveness for BAE Systems UK. Primarily aimed at the HR population, but also relevant to all line managers. The goal was improving HR's confidence and competence in supporting the business through change. This involved me developing a toolset and learning curriculum covering topics like org design, transformation, org health check diagnosis, knowledge management and team effectiveness.I also delivered OD expertise to support specific strategic business improvement projects e.g. Business Unit Op Model redesigns; Exec team development; Change Programme reviews. SVP level stakeholders.
  • Waitrose & Partners
    Programme Director
    Waitrose & Partners Feb 2016 - Jan 2017
    Bracknell
    I led the "Partner Programme", orchestrating all the changes impacting Partners across Waitrose. This in essence involved developing and aligning the people Strategy for Waitrose, including defining and developing the "Partner for the future" project ensuring our people proposition linked to our customer proposition; plus aligning all the comms and engagement activity as well as co-ordinating the impact of contractual and labour model changes. I also led the "Efficiency Programme", a series of organisational changes to improve efficiency across Branches, HQ and the entire Supply Chain with a target of £270m savings. Reported into HRD and also Retail Director.
  • Iron Mountain
    Vp Hr Western Europe
    Iron Mountain Aug 2014 - Feb 2016
    London & Birmingham
    - I led the HR function for Western Europe UK, Ireland, Norway, France, Spain, Benelux, Germany, Austria, Switzerland- CEO of "developed markets" $3b revenues, was my business partner- Team of >40 HR professionals- Embedded new HR model (shared services, COEs, business partners) whilst reducing HR costs by >40% - Supported enterprise-wide global operating model redesign- Supported busy M&A agenda including planning for acquisition and integration of largest competitor, 25% our size- Supported business through period of record new business growth Iron Mountain Incorporated (NYSE: IRM) is a leading provider of storage and information management services. The company's real estate network of 64 million square feet across nearly 1,000 facilities in 32 countries allows it to serve customers around the world with speed and accuracy. Founded in 1951, Iron Mountain stores and protects billions of information assets, including business documents, backup tapes, electronic files and medical data. - See more at: http://www.ironmountain.com/#sthash.QyhsrP1y.dpuf
  • Central Government - Civil Service
    Deputy Director Organisation Development & Design
    Central Government - Civil Service Dec 2013 - Aug 2014
    London
    As part of the Central Government Expert Service (team of 3) I provided strategic OD consulting to senior Civil Service leaders and their teams up to Permanent Secretary level. Included strategy, major change, capability development, Exec and team development, process and system change.Assignments included strategy, OD and Exec team development at Food Standards Agency; Senior team development and coaching at Foreign & Commonwealth Office; Org Design advice at UK Trade & Industry; senior team development at HMRC; strategy, culture change & org design at Companies House; OD advisory at Office for National Statistics; Exec teamwork and change work at DVLA; advisory on private sector secondment programme for fast streamers at Cabinet Office; Org design advisory at Dept Health; Exec teamwork at HS2; Board review for College of Policing; OD advisory for Home Office; team development for Civil Service Learning team; designing/facilitating talent conference for Civil Service HR for 150 HRDs; designing OD conference for Civil Service OD (150 attendees); OD advisory for Government Digital Services; led the org design review for Rural Payments Agency, the payment body for all Common Agricultural Policy and part of Defra. Contract extended twice.
  • Bright Horizons Uk
    People And Od Director
    Bright Horizons Uk Apr 2013 - Aug 2013
    Uk & Ireland
    Key achievements:1. Identified constraints & opportunities to support future growth plans.2. Led the integration of major acquisition (another 2,000 employees or 50% increase) achieving target cost savings and smooth transition to merged organisation.3. Led and merged the HR and L&D team of >60 staff.4.Voted 19th Great Place to work in EuropeReported to CEO. Bright Horizons provides center-based full service child care, back-up dependent care and educational advisory services to more than 850 clients across the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Canada and India, including more than 130 FORTUNE 500 companies and more than 75 of Working Mother magazine’s 2012 “100 Best Companies for Working Mothers.” Bright Horizons is one of FORTUNE magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For”. Bright Horizons is headquartered in Watertown, MA. The Company’s website is located at www.brighthorizons.com.
  • The Sporting Edge
    Head Of Learning
    The Sporting Edge Oct 2012 - Feb 2013
    United Kingdom
    Sporting Edge are UK's thought leader in using sporting mindsets to solve business challenges. We believe that performance psychology provides the key to delivering your best game time after time. Founded in 2005 by former England cricketer Jeremy Snape, strong relationships in both sports and business have been built through the specialist knowledge and high impact we have delivered at conferences, workshops, coaching sessions, talent management, leadership and team development programmes.My contract role was focussed on helping Sporting Edge evolve and grow and continue to help clients deliver their winning potential. This involved me creating a new business strategy; developing product propositions including online digital products/apps; building back office tools such as CRM; meeting and making successful clients proposals such as BMW, Centrica, BT, Aegis Media and others. www.thesportingedge.co.uk
  • Telefónica Uk
    Head Of Learning And Development Uk And Ireland
    Telefónica Uk Apr 2011 - Oct 2012
    Uk & Ireland And Europe
    Telefónica was the world’s most admired TelCo of 2011 (Fortune magazine). 2011 Telefónica was ranked Globally 17th Greatest Place to work (GPTW Institute) and O2 8th place in UK in 2012.- I designed & led the People Plan for the UK.-I represented UK on the global culture change programme.- I led, merged & integrated all L&D teams (>100 people, reducing cost to serve 40%and delivering £5m to bottom line, whilst increasing consistency of employee experience and ensuring our best practice academies became the role model for Telefonica Europe.- I designed and led the "People for the Future" strategic talent and workforce plan, strengthening leadership bench strength and diversity, identifying future competences for a digital future and accelerating the transformation.
  • Royal Mail
    Group Head Of Od
    Royal Mail Mar 2007 - Dec 2010
    Uk, Ireland And Europe
    I was at Royal Mail in key leadership roles for 7 years during significant change, including downsizing by 60,000 employees, turning £2m a day loss into nearly £2m a day profit despite significant declines in mail volume. Internal clients ranged from CEO & Board level downwards and across the different brands and business units including Parcelforce Worldwide, Post Office, Royal Mail Letters, and various new ventures.I diagnosed, designed and delivered Enterprise level organisation change including culture change, restructuring, new ventures, performance and talent mgt, leadership development, cross-business process improvement and developing organisational capabilities. 220,000 employees, £9b revenue, reporting to Group HRD.
  • Royal Mail
    Group Head Of Od And Change
    Royal Mail Mar 2005 - Mar 2007
    Reporting to the HR Director I was given additional responsibility for the OD community across the Group. Developed world class Organisation Development team providing strategic and operational expertise across the business units and brands, helping modernise, improve productivity, reduce overheads, change the culture and drive new revenue streams.
  • Royal Mail
    Group Change Director
    Royal Mail Dec 2003 - Mar 2005
    Uk , Ireland And Europe
    Working with Group Exec, created and programme managed the change plan joining up all Group level or cross-business unit transformation projects. 220,000 employees. Designed RM Change Model, now used on the world renowned Executive HR Programme at Michigan Uni with Dave Ulrich.
  • Royal Mail
    Group Corporate Change Programme Manager
    Royal Mail Jul 2003 - Dec 2003
    Uk And Ireland & Europe
    Co-ordinated, designed and managed group-wide change programmes as part of transformation. My main stakeholder was the CEO.
  • Bt
    Head Of Comms Broadband
    Bt Apr 2003 - Jun 2003
    London, United Kingdom
    Contracted to head-up comms for BT Broadband launch in UK, then also asked to help manage BT Wholesale Ops Division (12,000 staff) transformation.
  • Bupa
    Hospital Gm
    Bupa May 2002 - Apr 2003
    Recruited by Hospitals MD to the General Manager Programme as GM of a Hospital including P&L responsibility. Doubled revenue in health screening; introduced electronic records (pilot) and turned around problem departments in BUPA's two largest hospitals.
  • Financial Services Authority
    Hr Project Manager
    Financial Services Authority Jan 2002 - May 2002
    Canary Wharf
    Recruited by MD (previously a client of mine at Andersen) to design a competence database and project management approach to ensure fast and effective resourcing of expertise in response to any future financial crises.
  • Arthur Andersen Business Consulting
    Senior Manager
    Arthur Andersen Business Consulting Mar 1999 - Jan 2002
    London, United Kingdom
    Promoted to senior manager.Programme managed strategic, sometimes international HR or change projects for blue-chip clients. Lead change consultant advising MD on creation of the Financial Services Authority, also chaired the cutover Board (with Directors).Interim HRD for merger of two Finnish paper Pulp companies helping MD overcome resistant workforce.Interim HRD for merger of Divisions in Hallmark cards plc, leading HR due diligence and creating change plan.HR Strategy and communications for Ireland's National Electricity Utility ESB preparing to privatise, based in Dublin 6 months.Feasibility study for merging merchandising sector supply chains across Kingfisher Group with Board clients.Programme led an early PPP (PFI) at Croydon Council (12,000 staff) leading to £100m contract with Capita.Led change work stream for SAP implementation in FTSE 100 Thus plc.Led change work stream for e-procurement start up, based in Florida.
  • Volvo Trucks
    Hr Director Asia
    Volvo Trucks Mar 1997 - Mar 1999
    Sweden And China
    Designed and led people, organisation development and change, creating China's first foreign JV in the Truck Industry, 5 years ahead of the competition. Led HR dept (>60 staff) and service dept (>200) and all people and organisation change activities in $500m JV in China, Volvo's most ambitious foreign venture. Promoted to China Representative. Designed new organisation and established expat base in China for >50 Volvo families. Merged 5 factories into 1 at site of JV downsizing from 25,000 to 4,000 employees, and started assembly of Volvo Trucks locally.
  • Volvo Trucks
    Company Learning Development & Od Manager
    Volvo Trucks Apr 1996 - Mar 1997
    Uk & Ireland
    Introduced L&D business partner model; re-engineered learning and development across UK & Ireland to be learner-centred and competence driven, increased training availability by 500%, reduced costs by 30% (saving £3.5m) and created best-in-class learning approaches (such as the industry leading apprentice scheme copied by Mercedes-Benz, Scania and Ford) , which were subsequently adopted by Volvo Europe-wide. Designed and introduced the Company's first performance appraisal scheme. Won OMTRAC award for Management Development programme I designed.
  • Saint-Gobain
    Uk Head Of Learning & Development
    Saint-Gobain Mar 1993 - Mar 1996
    Uk & Ireland
    Reported to MD; designed/set up new state-of-the-art training centre; led process re-engineering project generating >3,000 employee cost saving suggestions and helping turn UK subsidiary into profit; introduced Hay job evaluation & Company profit share scheme. Also created new sales model, resulting in doubling revenue per sales person.
  • Shanks Waste Management
    Area Ops Mgr, Sales Mgr, Company Training Mgr
    Shanks Waste Management Apr 1989 - Mar 1993
    Uk And Ireland
    Started as Operations site mgr, successfully troubleshooting profit turnarounds, and promoted to London Area Manager with P&L (>£5m profit); also given Sales mgt role, leading team of 9 sales managers, improving sales mix and retention rates; Given Group Training & Development function to set up and lead (team of 10) from scratch, established comprehensive competence standards, which became the Industry Standard for the UK, invited onto Industry Lead Body Council. Company growth of 30% pa for 3 years running.
  • Royal Navy
    Executive Officer
    Royal Navy Mar 1983 - Mar 1989
    Worldwide
    Served as commissioned Seaman Officer, with responsibilities as Ships Navigator, First Lieutenant, and also specialising as a Diving Officer. Served on 7 different Ships, gaining Ocean Navigation Certificate and Officer of the Watch Certificate.

David Stephenson Skills

Change Management Talent Management Performance Management Leadership Development Culture Change Executive Coaching Organizational Development Strategy Organizational Design Coaching Employee Engagement Management Business Strategy Training Human Resources Mergers And Acquisitions Restructuring

David Stephenson Education Details

  • European Mentoring & Coaching Council
    European Mentoring & Coaching Council
    Coaching
  • National Training Laboratories - Ntl
    National Training Laboratories - Ntl
    Organisation Development
  • David Shephard Strategic Partnership
    David Shephard Strategic Partnership
    Nlp
  • British Psychological Society
    British Psychological Society
    Ability, Aptitude & Personality Testing
  • Cipd
    Cipd
    Hr
  • British Standards Institute
    British Standards Institute
    Quality Assurance
  • Institute Training & Development Itd
    Institute Training & Development Itd
    Training & Development
  • Hatfield Business School
    Hatfield Business School
    General Mgt Specialising In Org Change

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