Elizabeth Smiley
Reigate,Surrey
Summary
CIPD qualified HR professional with expertise in creating positive workplace environments and executing strategic HR initiatives. Proven track record in enhancing organizational culture and boosting employee engagement. Strong organizational skills complemented by the ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
38
38
years of post-secondary education
Work history
HR Manager
Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
London, Greater London
2004.02 - 2012.01
- Collaborated with senior leadership to align strategic HR objectives within Vigilance Risk Management of Medicines division at MHRA.
- Liaised with managers to define role requirements, ensuring precise job advertisements.
- Conducted interviews and facilitated onboarding processes alongside HR assistant.
- Delivered training on HR policies, focusing on appraisal procedures and compliance.
- Advised management on disciplinary actions, grievances, and absence management, including union negotiations.
- Edited and developed HR policies for enhanced clarity and regulatory compliance.
- Authored new Absence and Substance Misuse policy in collaboration with senior staff and unions.
- Served as first point of contact when HR Assistant for enquiries, managing data input into HRIS and liaising with payroll on employee details and salary increases.
Administrative Assistant
Trinity Oaks Church of England Primary School
Horley, Surrey
2018.02 - 2022.03
- Managed front desk duties to ensure smooth reception area operations.
- Administered first aid to pupils, safeguarding wellbeing.
- Compiled and edited school newsletter for parent distribution.
- Conducted general administrative tasks, including email correspondence and club invoicing.
- Monitored and followed up on children's absences.
Receptionist
Reigate Grammar School
Reigate, Surrey
2022.03 - 2022.07
- Greeted visitors and ensured proper signing in and escorting by staff members.
- Managed phone switchboard to facilitate effective communication.
- Oversaw pupil registration and tracked absences efficiently.
Learning Support Assistant
Lime Tree Primary School
Merstham, Surrey
2022.09 - Current
- Supporting pupils in class to access learning more effectively.
- Monitoring pupil progress closely, providing timely feedback to teachers.
- Adapting teaching approach according to students' specific needs.
- Delivering interventions to groups of children to improve their learning in specific areas, such as phonics, reading and spelling.
- Covering the lesson on occasion when class teacher is in a meeting.
Education
CIPD - HR Management
Croydon University Centre
Croydon 2005.09 - 2008.07
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Wales
Cardiff 1999.09 - 2022.07
A-Levels - English Literature, History, Classical Civilization
Eastbourne College
Eastbourne, East Sussex 1997.09 - 1999.07
9 GCSEs -
Moira House School
Eastbourne 1986.09 - 1997.07
Skills
- CIPD qualified
- Financial budgeting
- Recruitment tool usage
- Workforce analytics, in particularly absence rates
- Microsoft office suite proficiency
- Employment law familiarity
- HR policy renewal and implementation
- Employee relations expertise
Affiliations
- I enjoy reading and going to the cinema, as well as going on dog walks with my family. I also like to travel and have visited over 30 countries.
Accomplishments
Grade 6 piano
Timeline
Learning Support Assistant
Lime Tree Primary School
2022.09 - Current
Receptionist
Reigate Grammar School
2022.03 - 2022.07
Administrative Assistant
Trinity Oaks Church of England Primary School
2018.02 - 2022.03
CIPD - HR Management
Croydon University Centre
2005.09 - 2008.07
HR Manager
Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
2004.02 - 2012.01
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Wales
1999.09 - 2022.07
A-Levels - English Literature, History, Classical Civilization
Eastbourne College
1997.09 - 1999.07
9 GCSEs -
Moira House School
1986.09 - 1997.07