Kim Kusman
St Albans,Hertfordshire
Summary
HR Professional operating in Business Partner role across high-volume manufacturing and logistics sites in North London. Delivered people strategies that enhanced performance and aligned with operational goals through expertise in employee relations, talent planning, engagement, and change management. Pursued opportunities to broaden strategic impact, lead complex people initiatives, and contribute to organisational growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
HR Business Partner
Greencore (Formally Bakkavor)
Park Royal
2023.06 - Current
- Assisted senior leaders in implementing the people plan aligned with HR strategy and operational goals across manufacturing and logistics sites.
- Provided support on employee relations, performance management, and complex people issues, coaching managers to enhance accountability and drive results.
- Utilised people data to identify trends, address root causes, and develop practical solutions focused on performance.
- Supported workforce planning, talent management, and succession initiatives to enhance organisational capability and strengthen the talent pipeline.
- Facilitated organisational change and engagement initiatives, ensuring compliance and promoting a positive employee experience.
Junior HR Business Partner
Bakkavor
Park Royal
2022.11 - 2023.06
- Supported business partners and site leadership teams with employee relations casework involving absence, disciplinary, grievance, and performance matters.
- Assisted managers by providing first-line HR advice and guidance in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Aided in the development of HR knowledge through hands-on case management coaching from senior HR colleagues.
- Contributed to HR projects including long service awards and mental health awareness week initiatives.
- Facilitated engagement and wellbeing activities to promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
- Supported change management initiatives, including consultation and implementation of site-wide shift pattern changes.
HR Associate
Bakkavor
Devizes
2021.09 - 2022.11
- Managed key HR administrative tasks including absence onboarding and employee rights management.
- Supported significant recruitment drives by coordinating two assessment centres and weekly inductions.
- Facilitated key engagement events and assisted the site employee forum to enhance workplace engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Bath Spa University
Bath 2017.09 - 2021.08
A-Levels -
The Marlborough Science Academy
St Albans, Hertfordshire 2015.09 - 2017.08
Human Resources
CIPD
Online 2020.09 - 2021.08
GCSEs -
The Marlborough Science Academy
St Albans, Hertfordshire 2010.09 - 2015.08
Skills
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Project management
- CIPD qualified
- Influencing and negotiation
- Emotional intelligence
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Resilience
- Attention to detail
Affiliations
- Crafting, including Crochet and Embroidery
- Reading, with a goal to read 50 books in 2026
- Volunteer at Electric Umbrella's Big Yellow Choir, a charity for learning-disabled and neurodivergent people
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
HR Business Partner
Greencore (Formally Bakkavor)
2023.06 - Current
Junior HR Business Partner
Bakkavor
2022.11 - 2023.06
HR Associate
Bakkavor
2021.09 - 2022.11
Human Resources
CIPD
2020.09 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Bath Spa University
2017.09 - 2021.08
A-Levels -
The Marlborough Science Academy
2015.09 - 2017.08
GCSEs -
The Marlborough Science Academy
2010.09 - 2015.08