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Reading, Gb

Reading, England, United Kingdom

Responsible for the leadership, co-ordination and strategic development of the HR Operations teams:• Campus Jobs• HR Services• Payroll • Recruitment & ResourcingEnsuring the delivery of effective, efficient, and high-quality services to colleagues and manager,. focusing on excellent customer service and supporting the delivery of HR strategy and projects. Working as a member of the senior HR management team to develop and deliver a new HR strategy, leading and supporting HR projects, working with colleagues within HR and across the university.

Reading, England, United Kingdom

Responsible for all welfare, pastoral and discipline matters for the 350+ students in Benyon Hall.Regular liaison with colleagues in the Student Welfare Team, Security, UPP (halls provider) and other stakeholders to ensure a safe and supportive community for all UoR students in Benyon Hall to live. Conduct investigations and disciplinary hearings for students involved in misconduct and impose financial sanctions where appropriate. Conduct investigations as part of the serious misconduct procedure, writing reports and providing recommendations to the Student Disciplinary Committee. Provide on-call cover in the event of an emergency involving a student during the night, over a weekend or on on a university vacation day on a rota basis.

Reading, United Kingdom

Worked between HR and Careers functions to imbed and further develop the innovative Campus Jobs Service and lead the Campus Jobs team. Transition to business as usual and further expansion (September 2017 - August 2022):• Responsible for the procedures and processes that effectively managed the 2,200+ workers (including 350+ Tier 4 visa holders) who each year worked through the Campus Jobs service • Ensured the service continued to comply with all relevant employment legislation including: National Minimum Wage, Working Time Directive, Equality legislation and the protection of vulnerable adults and children (DBS)• Provided advice to managers on all aspects of the recruitment of workers and the worker life cycle, including recruitment strategies and performance managementCampus Jobs Project Work (August 2016 - September 2017): • In partnership with colleagues from Marketing, Communications and Engagement created an engaging, inspiring and fresh visual identity for prospective and current UoR students• Developed a multifaceted internal communications plan. This ensured 'buy in' from recruiting managers across the University and key stakeholders such as the Vice-Chancellor and the President of the Students' Union • Worked with IT specialists to develop an online ‘Recruitment Gateway’ and 'Approvals Portal'. This allows managers to be signposted to the most effective recruitment channel and where appropriate gain financial approval from up to three levels, in an all encompassing portal • Worked with Legal, Procurement, Finance, Payroll, HR Operations, IT, and Internal Audit to develop robust processes, procedures and Tier 4 Compliance • As part of the wider Campus Jobs project team, effectively integrated data exchanges to and from the student records and HR/payroll systems into the new Campus Jobs application and records system. Whilst simultaneously integrating a stand alone online time sheet system

Reading, England, United Kingdom

Designed and managed schedule for advertising, shortlisting, interviewing and on-boarding 120 people in 10 days. On a daily basis ‘flexed’ staffing numbers against test booking numbers to ensure most efficient use of financial resources. Internal efficiency rating of over 100% between January and April. Reviewed and implemented changes as a result of updates to DHSC/NHS Standard Operating Procedure and Guidebook. Acted as most senior on-site escalation point for all non-clinical test participant and staffing queries.Represented the university at weekly DHSC webinars. Sat on University of Reading Mass Testing Team committee chaired by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor.

Reading, United Kingdom

Job Shop:• Promoted the benefits of part time and vacation work to University of Reading students • Provided advice and guidance to students on the application and interview process for part time work • Worked with students to enhance their CVs, covering letters and application forms• Encouraged students to recognise the transferable skills that part time work can provide• Organised the annual Part Time Jobs Fair and 'Employer Takeovers' of the Job Shop• Managed the Job Shop Assistants, ensuring the Job Shop provided quality and consistent service to both students and employers Reading Internship Scheme:• Sourced quality paid internships from charities, SMEs and university departments exclusively for University of Reading students• Promoted the Reading Internship Scheme to students from across the University • Liaised with both internal and external funding bodies to secure additional funding commitments • Organised the annual Reading Internship Celebration evening attended by employers, students, University staff and local dignitaries

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Worked with organisations ranging from start-ups to multi-nationals, to source and promote high quality paid internships for University of Glasgow students.

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Completing appointments in person and by telephone with customers to promote and sell financial products such as building and contents insurance, credit cards, current accounts and savings accounts. Creating relationships built on trust and mutual understanding, whilst ensuring compliance with Nationwide’s strict sales policy and Financial Services Authority regulations.

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Acted as the first point of contact for customers in a busy city centre branch, provided excellent customer service, whilst facilitating customer transactions.

Master Of Arts (Accredited To Cipd Level 7), Human Resource Management, Merit

Alongside working full time for the University of Reading, completed a part-time Masters over two years. Electives Included: Employee.

20 Credits - Level 1 (Scqf Level 7), Introduction To Social Psychology, A

Equivalent to 20% of first year at undergraduate level, this course was completed as a leisure activity because of an interest.

Master Of Arts (Hons), Business And Management, 2:1

Electives included: Entrepreneurship, Finance, International Strategy, Knowledge Management, Marketing Communications, Operations.

A-Levels And Gcses

A-Levels: English Literature, Geography, History and General Studies 9 GCSEs including: English, Maths, and Science