Lizzy Edwards
Bristol
Summary
Experienced People, Talent & Culture Leader in HR, People and Recruitment.
Passionate about creating thriving workplaces where people feel valued, engaged, and inspired. With a strong background in tech, creative and music industries globally, Bringing a people-first approach to creative recruitment, employee experience, and culture-building.
I thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing strategic thinking with a hands-on, intuitive approach. High EQ, strong coaching skills, and a deep understanding of what makes teams work. Whether it’s hiring top talent, driving engagement, or fostering a culture of belonging to ensure high staff retention and a great employee experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
People Advisor
Techspert
Cambridge
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Lead People contact for global teams (UK, Chile and US) of team size 60.
- Oversee People Operations across the entire employee lifecycle.
- Collaborate with payroll to ensure smooth global pay cycles.
- Support employee relations, partnering with senior colleagues.
- Manage recruitment, including screening, pipeline building, outreach, sourcing and hiring for US, Chile and UK. ATS used Recruitee.
- Maintain and maintained HRIS (BambooHR).
- Analysis data from the HRIS system to spot trends with sickness and analysis data from employee surveys to improve employee retention and stop burnout.
- Organise training on diversity, inclusion, performance, and well-being.
- Work with the Global People Director to drive engagement and retention initiatives.
- Lead with all employee check ins from onboarding through to their first-year anniversary.
- Advise employees on HR policies with a people-first approach.
- Lead projects: Employee Relations, Team Secondment.
- Fully remote role, with occasional travel.
People & Talent
Pirate.com
Bristol
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed employee lifecycle, including onboarding, retention, culture, and engagement for over 150 employees.
- Led recruitment, sourcing, interviewing, and hiring talent at various career stages for US, Chile and UK. ATS used Workable.
- Trained and coached managers on interview techniques.
- Advised senior leaders and line managers on employee relations.
- Developed job descriptions, company policies, and HR documentation.
- Managed and maintained HRIS system (Humaans).
- Analysis data from HRIS system to spot trends with sickness and analysis data from employee surveys to improve employee retention and stop burnout.
- Oversaw company appraisals and Learning & Development initiatives.
- Led weekly mindfulness sessions for staff.
- Managed company perks and benefits across Bristol and London.
- Lead projects: Employee Relations, TUPE and Redundancies.
- Hybrid, with occasional travel to London.
HR Temporary Role
Bristol
08.2022 - 12.2022
People Operations Manager
Mixcloud
London
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Managing full onboarding and complete life cycle of over 60 employees.
- Sourced technical talent, building pipelines of 800+ candidates for Europe and UK using LinkedIn and ATS system Workable.
- Organised interviews, job postings, and role briefings.
- Ensure appraisals ran on time and correctly via HRIS system.
- Managed and maintained HRIS system Charlie HR.
- Fostered positive team culture aligned with company values.
- Planned and hosted team-building activities and mental health workshops.
- Organised hybrid, remote, and in-person socials.
- Curated Mixcloud's yearly Wellness Week (panel talks, workshops, live-streamed gigs).
- Acted as a bridge between teams and management for HR and wellness concerns.
- Conducted engagement surveys and advised on well-being policies.
- Researched wellness trends and attended HR talks to enhance company culture.
- Managed training and development programs within budget constraints.
- Hybrid.
Executive Assistant
Mixcloud
London
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided administrative support to three founders and senior leaders.
- Managed emails and calendars for executives.
- Coordinated travel bookings, visas, itineraries, and meetings.
- Assisted with personal tasks, including family holidays and social events.
Temporary Executive Assistant (Contract Roles)
Impact / Handle
London
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Provided EA support at leading music and design companies:
- Warner Music - EA to President
- JKR Global - PA to Global CEO & FD
- MullenLowe Group - EA to CEO & CFO (6-month contract)
PA to Senior Management
VCCP Advertising
London
10.2012 - 10.2017
- Provided executive support to MD, Head of Creative, and Head of Planning.
- Managed office operations for team of 75.
- Planned office culture initiatives, including company-wide events.
- Managed email and diary coordination.
- Oversaw expenses, correspondence, and purchase orders.
- Coordinated corporate events and team getaways.
- Acted as HR liaison between teams and management.
- Assisted with personal administration, including travel and event planning.
Education
CIPD Level 5 -
In Progress
Diploma of Higher Education - 400 hours of Yoga Teaching Training, Coaching and Mindfulness
Yoga Schools
A Level - English Literature
St Katherine's Sixth Form College
01.2000 - 07.2002
GCSEs - 8 GCSEs (Grade C and above)
St Katherine's Secondary School
01.1993 - 01.1999
Timeline
People Advisor
Techspert
05.2024 - 05.2025
People & Talent
Pirate.com
01.2023 - 04.2024
HR Temporary Role
08.2022 - 12.2022
People Operations Manager
Mixcloud
01.2021 - 08.2022
Executive Assistant
Mixcloud
09.2018 - 01.2021
Temporary Executive Assistant (Contract Roles)
Impact / Handle
10.2017 - 09.2018
PA to Senior Management
VCCP Advertising
10.2012 - 10.2017
A Level - English Literature
St Katherine's Sixth Form College
01.2000 - 07.2002
GCSEs - 8 GCSEs (Grade C and above)
St Katherine's Secondary School
01.1993 - 01.1999
CIPD Level 5 -
In Progress
Diploma of Higher Education - 400 hours of Yoga Teaching Training, Coaching and Mindfulness
Yoga Schools
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