Kris Scott

HR and Recruitment Manager with proven experience operating autonomously to align people strategy with business objectives and deliver measurable improvements in performance, growth, and organisational effectiveness. Experienced in providing both strategic HR leadership and hands-on operational support across a multi disciplined organisation. A trusted partner to managers and senior leaders, and executive teams in both the UK and the United States. Aligning people priorities with business objectives pragmatic advice across a wide range of people matters. Skilled in building strong working relationships and influencing stakeholders to drive better ways of working, strengthen leadership capability, and support business transformation. Commercially aware and data-driven, using workforce analytics and HR metrics to identify trends, inform decision-making, manage risk, and optimise workforce productivity. Extensive experience working with both corporate and government organisations in highly regulated environments, ensuring compliance with UK employment law, internal policies, and governance requirements. Key areas of expertise include employee relations, organisational change, performance management, recruitment, learning & development, compensation and benefits, policy development, and process improvement. Adept at managing employee relations cases, coaching managers on conduct, absence, capability, and performance, and delivering fair, consistent, and compliant outcomes. Lead full recruitment activity for UK, partner with hiring managers to develop effective attraction and selection strategies secure high-quality talent. Oversee continuous improvements, implement new processes and communications to enhance the employee experience and ensure efficient, compliant HR operations. Take ownership, working independently, and deliver practical solutions that align people priorities with organisational goals.

Experienced Talent Management Recruitment Partner, and line manager, aligning people strategy to business goals to drive performance, growth, and organisational effectiveness.

Lead end-to-end recruitment activity, focusing on all disciplines within the organisation - Engineering, IT, production and manufacturing. Partnering with hiring managers and external stakeholders to develop effective attraction and selection strategies that secure high-quality talent. Oversee and continuously improve HR processes and communications to enhance employee experience and ensure efficient, compliant HR operations.

Experienced in providing both strategic HR leadership and hands-on operational support across the full employee lifecycle within complex, multi-site and multi-account environments.

Trusted partner supporting employees, managers and senior leaders, offering pragmatic advice and constructive challenge across all range of people matters. Skilled in building strong working relationships and influencing stakeholders to drive better ways of working, strengthen leadership capability, and support business transformation.

Commercially aware and data-driven, using workforce analytics and HR metrics to identify trends, inform decision-making, manage risk, and optimise workforce productivity. Extensive experience working with both corporate and government organisations in highly regulated environments, ensuring compliance with UK employment law, internal policies, and governance requirements.

Key areas of expertise include, organisational change, learning & development, compensation and benefits, and process improvement.

Talent Business Partner within Defence Digital, I managed the recruitment process for wide range of technical and specialist roles. I worked closely with hiring managers to understand their requirements, develop job descriptions and adverts, and ensure vacancies were progressed in line with Civil Service recruitment frameworks and Success Profiles.

Each day, I reviewed recruitment activity through the applicant tracking system and supported managers with everything from obtaining approvals to making offers and onboarding successful candidates. I used a variety of sourcing methods, including direct approaches, to attract hard-to-find digital and technical talent.I prepared sift packs, arranged interviews and advised managers throughout the process to ensure recruitment decisions were fair, consistent and transparent.

This role required strong stakeholder management, attention to detail and practical understanding of Civil Service recruitment processes and standards.

Provided direct support to HR Business Partners, Recruitment, and Head of HR Operations within the defence IT and technology environment. Built and maintained collaborative relationships across the business and HR Shared Services to ensure alignment and efficiency.

Collected, monitored, and analysed HR data to track performance against KPIs, and supported organisational structure changes, including contract amendments. Produced detailed data reports and insights for managers, and senior leadership teams.

Conducted exit interviews and identified key themes to inform attrition, retention, and strategies. Supported employees in a wide range of HR-related queries and worked closely with department heads to resolve issues effectively and in line with policy.

Autonomous HR role within FMCG, I provided comprehensive supporting General Manager and partnered closely with Senior Leadership Team and Trade Union officials to deliver effective HR solutions across all aspects of the employee lifecycle. I advised and coached managers on a wide range of employee relations matters, including performance, conduct, absence, and wellbeing, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and procedures. I coordinated Occupational Health referrals, managed ER cases, supported workforce resolution issues to maintain positive and compliant working environment.

Maintained accurate employee records in line with employment legislation and data protection standards, conducted exit interviews, and analyses trends to inform retention and engagement strategies. Additionally, I contributed to policy review and process improvements, driving continuous development of HR practices aligned with organisational goals.

Direct report to Head of HR (UK) and GM, multi-site and multi discipline logistics organisation, led end-to-end HR operations across multiple business units. Functioned as the primary HR business partner to functional leaders, driving workforce planning, talent management, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives. Oversaw onboarding and HR administration, including contracts, offer letters, and payroll processes, ensuring compliance and consistency across sites.

Analysed HR metrics and KPIs, delivering actionable insights and reports to the Senior Leadership Team. Provided expert employee relations guidance, coaching managers to ensure fair, compliant, and effective HR practices throughout the organisation.

• Negotiated contracts to secure favourable terms for the company.
• Maintained employee records meticulously, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Reviewed job descriptions regularly to align with changing business needs.
• Negotiated terms of employment for staff and contractor agreements.