Partnering with all asset classes (Public Markets, Private Equity & Infrastructure and Real Estate) within the European operations of GIC. Leading the HR department, which involves the day to day management of department activities, setting and leading projects encompassing the whole HR cycle as well as the management of a HR team of five (inc. me). A contributor to the global HR strategy and developing strategic objectives and KPIs for the European operations. Developing strong and trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders has been key within this role.

Providing strategic HR advice and guidance to the Board, CEO and leadership team. Exploring and planning action around making UKSIF a great place to work. This involved leading brainstorming sessions with the CEO and leadership team, exploring various initiatives and the direction UKSIF would like to take. Consolidating the findings, planning action, reporting back to the Board and advising the team on best execution.

To help Go Dharmic grow in line with their principles and mission. Providing advice to the founder, leadership team and HR team. With a focus on HR, ensuring compliance, an analysis of gaps and providing practical advice on how best to close them in line with their values.

Proud to be part of Reboot, which is a group of Ethnically diverse allies working to ensure momentum is maintained around race discussions in the workplace and UK society. Working with the fellow leadership team of senior professionals in the Investment Management industry to obtain CIC status, set up the Board and governance.

The Advisory Committee’s input will help ensure the City Hive Academy is delivering innovative content and resources across their three key pillars, enriched by the insights from City Hive’s ACT Signatory databank. Each member of the Advisory was selected based on their career experience, and a shared passion for championing and developing workplace culture within their own firms and the wider industry.

Part of the Steering Group of the Diversity Project which involves helping the Project with their aims, assisting on the various streams, adding value to the work of the Diversity Project. Contributing to the strategic goals of the Diversity Project by being an active member of the Steering Group by sharing thoughts and ideas and being an ambassador and advocate of their mission. Exploring how GIC can learn from the work of the Diversity Project and enhance diversity and inclusion in society, the industry, organisation and office.Co-Chair of Race and Ethnicity workstream from inception to July 2023, supporting and leading on their campaigns. Cross-workstream liaison between R&E and #Talkaboutblack.Key member of the group that created Safe Space as well as presenting a session on the topic of harassment during the Pathway Programme. Part of the working group that will respond to the FCA Consultation Paper CP23/20: Diversity and inclusion in the financial sector – working together to drive change. Being a connector with great partners like Reboot and City Hive.

Making a positive impact and contribution to the HR and people strategic aims at this new secondary school. Providing strategic advice to the board and head teacher, ensuring that the advice is cognisant of the schools values, ethos, future goals/aspirations as well as the wider community it serves. Reviewing a number of HR related school policies to ensure that they are correct and current. Attending interview days, when needed. Provide strategic advice to the Head Teacher and members of the senior leadership team (SLT) and adding a different perspective to the Board. Specific contributions include:- Reviewing the approach to staff wellness, which resulted in the introduction of an employee assistance programme for all staff and their families.- Kick starting and driving DEI, providing key insights and advising the Head and SLT on their strategic approach to embedding inclusivity, equality, equity of treatment and awareness of all backgrounds and characteristics into their culture.- Providing input into the strategic plans around the D&I calendar and various actions that can be taken at the school (curriculum, library, etc.)- Providing input into the strategic plans on how the school can engage the community, parents and students on this topic. - Sourced a provider and put in place a CPD programme around inclusivity, biases, awareness raising for teachers and building this into the DE&I strategic plan. - Reviewing data around exclusions, consequences and detentions.Focus:Diversity, Equity and InclusionEmployee wellness Member of the Resources Committee

Reporting to the Managing Partner, I led the HR department with a client group of circa 250 staff and partners. Full responsibility for all aspects of the HR cycle. Developing all HR policies and strategies for the firm and played a key role in its growth. This was a standalone role, with some admin support, leading HR for London and Nottingham, also provided HR advice to a number of small clients.

First point of contact for the Human Resources department for a leading market research agency.