Lauren Thorne
United Kingdom,02
Summary
An academically and commercially astute business psychologist with a vision to empower all individuals to reach their true potential. Passionate about psychology and holds over 25 years experience of working in strategic business management with a solid history of balancing team performance. Proven ability in psychological research and assessment to develop strategies that are innovative and designed to meet the needs of both service users and organisations. An active listener with excellent facilitation skills who is self motivated to make a positive difference and achieve results.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Business Psychologist
Academies Enterprise Trust
London
06.2019 - 12.2023
- Led the talent and culture team, shaping incentive plans to motivate performance excellence and manage talent through personal selection and assessment processes.
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders for project cohesiveness and foster an environment of healthy competition that prioritizes employee well-being.
- Analysis of organsiational data, using statistical methods and applications, in order to evaluate the outcomes and effectiveness of workplace programs.
- Developed coaching training and a behavioural framework for leadership development.
Inclusion Manager
Academies Enterprise Trust
London
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Opened and managed a setting for neurodiverse young people, leading a team of assistant psychologists, expenditure control and efficient use of resources.
- Researched, developed, and implemented community initiatives that actively promoted equality, diversity, and inclusion in service delivery.
- Worked within a team of chartered psychologists to develop service evaluation reports for both employees and service users.
- Provided advice and guidance on the interpretation of current legislation, and informed EDI models of best practice.
Director/Project Manager/Senior Psychologist
EdPSychs Ltd/ K.D Company
London
07.2012 - 08.2017
- Established professional relationships with business partners, stakeholders and local authorities to develop rapport, reliability and effective working partnerships.
- Designed business strategies to obtain short and long-term organisational goals and presented at events and conferences to enhance brand awareness.
- Developed new processes for team communication and coordination, prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results through comprehensive reports.
General Manager
Vigin Active
London
01.2001 - 09.2012
- Managing 40+ employees through recruitment, retention, disciplinary and grievance procedures with employee well-being at the forefront of decision making.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment adhering to health and safety procedures alongside an approach focused on excellent customer service.
- Implemented and delivered personalised training and fitness classes to customers, providing guidance and information to improve health and well-being.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Psychology
University of East London
London05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of East London
Lonodn05.2015
Professional Doctorate - Occupational Psychology
Birkbeck Unniversity
LondonSkills
- Customer Service
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Quality Assurance
- Public Speaking
- Project Management
- Staff Management
- Business Development
- Relationship Building and Rapport
- Leadership Development
- Team Leadership
- Training & Development
- Time Management
- Human Resources Operations
Certification
Mental Health First Aid Instructor
MBPsS British Psychological Society Member
BPS Test User: Level A & B Psychological Assessor
Philosophical Life Compass Coach
Published Author in Psychological Research
Qualified Personal Trainer/Health and Nutritionist
Timeline
Business Psychologist
Academies Enterprise Trust
06.2019 - 12.2023
Inclusion Manager
Academies Enterprise Trust
09.2017 - 05.2019
Director/Project Manager/Senior Psychologist
EdPSychs Ltd/ K.D Company
07.2012 - 08.2017
General Manager
Vigin Active
01.2001 - 09.2012
Master of Science - Occupational Psychology
University of East London
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of East London
Professional Doctorate - Occupational Psychology
Birkbeck Unniversity
Mental Health First Aid Instructor
MBPsS British Psychological Society Member
BPS Test User: Level A & B Psychological Assessor
Philosophical Life Compass Coach
Published Author in Psychological Research
Qualified Personal Trainer/Health and Nutritionist
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