Alisia Hobbs
Surrey
Summary
Professional in talent management and learning and development, offering deep experience in developing and implementing effective learning strategies with a data-led approach. Proven ability to foster a collaborative team environment in achieving organisational goals. Known for adaptability and reliability, with strong skills in strategic planning and interpersonal communication.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Global People & Talent Director
Roc Search
01.2023 - Current
- Overall responsibility for global HR, L&D and Talent Acquisition functions
- Developed and delivered a global people and talent strategy across EMEA & US aligned to high-level commercial goals
- Scaled international hiring operations by introducing data-led recruitment models, reducing time to hire and improving the quality of hire
- Led EVP strategy and embedded it into branding campaigns to strengthen talent attraction
- Implemented HRIS and performance management systems to create scaleable frameworks supporting multi-regional growth
- Utilised HR analytics dashboard for talent insights, DEI tracking and workforce planning
- Partnered with Sales Leadership to realign structures, improve productivity and embed tech-enabled appraisal frameworks
- Directed and coached a team of 7 direct reports across multiple international offices
- Streamlined HR policies and procedures, aligning them with best practice and regulatory requirements (employment law, GDPR, equality legislation)
- Conducted salary benchmarking and pay reviews
- Redesigned the performance appraisal process, introducing structured appraisal frameworks that aligned individual objectives with company goals, driving stronger business performance
- Launched unconscious bias training for leaders, driving improvement in inclusive leadership behaviors
- Directed employee relations global strategy, establishing frameworks for investigations, conflict resolution and policy applications across diverse legal environments
- Established and supported Employee Resource Groups (ERG), growing membership to 30+, delivering peer support, career development opportunities and change
- Partnered with legal and compliance teams to ensure full adherence to labour laws and evolving regulatory landscapes
Learning and Development Director
Roc Search
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported the global implementation of Bullhorn CRM, standardising candidate and client workflows
- Managed end-to-end CRM rollout
- Led D&I initiatives
- Delivered engaging presentations and workshops at industry conferences, promoting the organisation as a thought leader in learning and development strategies.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, resulting in reduced time to productivity.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging employees to actively participate in ongoing professional development activities.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering their growth and increasing departmental expertise.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify skill gaps and develop targeted training solutions.
- Conducted thorough needs assessments for individual departments to tailor training solutions accordingly.
- Fostered a culture of innovation within the organization by introducing new learning methodologies and tools
- Managed annual training budgets, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources for maximum impact on employee development.
- Boosted employee engagement levels by creating an inclusive learning environment that encouraged open dialogue and knowledge sharing.
- Led cross-functional teams in the design and execution of large-scale company-wide training initiatives.
- Created customised leadership development programs, resulting in improved management skills across the organisation.
- Collaborated with IT, Operations and Talent Acquisition to align Bullhorn functionality with business requirement lifecycle needs
- Created training programs and onboarding materials for Bullhorn users
- Established KPI’s and reporting structures via Bullhorn analytics, improving visibility into recruiter performance, pipeline status and time to fill
Global Head of L&D
Roc Search
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Supported business objective to grow from 40 to 250+ employees
- Developed structured learning paths (classroom, e-learning and on-the-job)
- Created role specific training content tailored to various specifications, including business development, sourcing, client management, candidate attraction and compliance
- Led a global training team and subject matter experts to roll out scalable recruitment training programs
- Travelled to EMEA & US sites to support the opening and growth of offices
Learning and Development Specialist
Roc Search
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Led the flagship learning academy for new starters
- Designed and delivered end to end training programs for recruiters and leadership
- Onboarding new hires across multiple locations – EMEA & US
- Implemented blending learning approaches (online, shadowing, workshops) to up-skill consultants across the EMEA & US
- Used CRM and sales tech platforms (Cube19) to tailor training, boosting consultant productivity
Learning & Development Trainer
Thomson Local
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Designed and delivered Sales and IT training programs, including international rollouts in South Africa
- Integrated digital learning resources and e-learning modules into traditional training programs
Telesales and field sales representative
Thomson local
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Delivered new business sales in digital and ring solutions, building strong client relationships
Education
Level 7 Diploma - Human Resources
Chartered Institute of Personnel Development
01.2021
Level 5 Certificate - People Management
Chartered Institute of Personnel Development
01.2018
Level 3 certificate - Learning & Development
Chartered Institute of Personnel Development
01.2015
Skills
- HR Technology -PeopleHR
- LMS Platform - Litmos
- Sales Analytics – Cube19
- Content Creation
- Training Delivery and Facilitation
- Workforce Data Analytics & Reporting
- Global Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Digital Learning & Development Solutions
- Employer Branding & EVP Strategy
- Leadership Coaching & Succession Planning
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Analytics
- Organisational Transformation & Change Management
Accomplishments
Outstanding Contribution to Learning and Development award - 2021 (Sunday Times Top 100 Companies Award)
Global rollout of LMS - Litmos
Global rollout of CRM - Bullhorn
Timeline
Global People & Talent Director
Roc Search
01.2023 - Current
Learning and Development Director
Roc Search
01.2022 - 01.2023
Global Head of L&D
Roc Search
01.2017 - 01.2022
Learning and Development Specialist
Roc Search
01.2013 - 01.2017
Learning & Development Trainer
Thomson Local
01.2006 - 01.2013
Telesales and field sales representative
Thomson local
01.2002 - 01.2006
Level 7 Diploma - Human Resources
Chartered Institute of Personnel Development
Level 5 Certificate - People Management
Chartered Institute of Personnel Development
Level 3 certificate - Learning & Development
Chartered Institute of Personnel Development