Emma Farmiloe
Dorchester,Dorset
Summary
Dedicated Organisational Culture and Employee Engagement Specialist. Expert in employee-owned business models and corporate governance , with a proven track record of driving cross-functional collaboration and building robust relationships with executive leadership. Adept at integrating employee voice into organisational structures to enhance business performance and inclusivity. Recognised for commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) , including a shortlisting for Ally of the Year.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Staff Council Development Consultant
John Lewis Partnership
Nationwide
2025.01 - 2026.02
- Served as Staff Council Development Consultant, advancing Councillor development initiatives.
- Developed innovative onboarding process for 50 Staff Councillors featuring ongoing connections.
- Delivered Democratic training programmes tailored for Staff Forums and Staff Council members.
- Ensured inclusivity in design of skills and support services for Employee Resource groups.
Employee Engagement Specialist
John Lewis Partnership
South West
2021.05 - 2026.02
- Conducted quarterly independent assessments of organisational health in 40 business units promoting engagement metrics integration.
- Supported stakeholders in enhancing performance through strategic inspiration.
- Leveraged data insights and valid staff opinions for effective decision-making processes.
- Built robust stakeholder relations throughout John Lewis Partnership.
- Engaged with diversity networks and employee resource groups to explore new initiatives.
- Effectively organised time and tasks, ensuring alignment with business objectives and deadlines.
Engagement Coach
John Lewis Partnership
South West
2019.08 - 2021.05
- Delivered quarterly organisational health assessments across 40 business units.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to evaluate organisational health and address capability gaps.
- Implemented interventions in teams identified as needing support.
- Fostered culture of listening at community, regional, and business unit levels.
Team Manager
John Lewis Partnership
Various Locations
2008.05 - 2019.07
- Demonstrated effective leadership to enhance store performance and achieve KPIs.
- Managed partner life cycle and performance metrics to drive results.
- Oversaw disciplinary actions and grievance resolutions in compliance with legal standards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Thomas Hardye School
DorchesterSkills
- Independent decision making
- Active listening
- Influencing skills
- Stakeholder relationship management
- Prioritization and delivery
- Effective communication
- Diversity and inclusion advocacy
- Personal resilience
- Emotional intelligence
Interests
- Swimming
- Paddle boarding
- Cooking
- Wellbeing
- Travelling
Timeline
Staff Council Development Consultant
John Lewis Partnership
2025.01 - 2026.02
Employee Engagement Specialist
John Lewis Partnership
2021.05 - 2026.02
Engagement Coach
John Lewis Partnership
2019.08 - 2021.05
Team Manager
John Lewis Partnership
2008.05 - 2019.07
Some College (No Degree) -
Thomas Hardye School