Naomi Davies
Furners Green,Sussex
Summary
Accomplished HR professional with extensive expertise in talent management systems, HRIS software, and strategic HR transformation. Demonstrates a strong understanding of recruitment strategy, employment law, and HR metrics. Proven track record in implementing HR programmes, enhancing employee engagement, and managing benefits and compensation. Skilled in workforce analytics, leadership development, and process improvements to drive organisational success. Committed to advancing human resources management through innovative solutions and strategic planning.
Experienced Senior HR Manager with talent for driving organisational change and fostering positive workplace culture. Spearheaded initiatives that improved employee retention and engagement. Skilled in developing robust HR policies and facilitating leadership development programmes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior HR Manager
ERC Equipoise Ltd
London
2020.12 - Current
- Managed change effectively during company mergers and acquisitions.
- Spearheaded digital transformation of HR processes for greater efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with employment laws by staying abreast of regulations changes.
- Mediated labour disputes, minimised disruption to operations.
- Collaborated closely with other departments to align HR strategy with business goals.
- Developed organisational structure by implementing effective HR policies.
- Formulated robust onboarding programmes which accelerated new hire integration into teams.
- Improved staff retention rate with employee welfare initiatives.
- Established metrics-driven approach in HR decision making, led to better outcomes.
- Communicated HR updates to staff, keeping employees operating under consistent framework across organisation.
- Managed full recruitment lifecycle of job adverts, applicant vetting and new employee onboarding.
- Kept managers and employees updated on wide range of employment relations related to performance, attendance and discipline.
- Delivered consistent and reliable service through overall administration, planning, coordination and evaluation of HR functions.
- Handled company recruitment activities to develop high-achieving workforce.
- Delivered consistent and reliable administration through strategic planning and coordination of HR functions.
- Monitored evolving regulatory changes and parameters to maintain operational compliance.
- Reduced staff turnover through improved performance development programmes.
- Wrote and maintained employee handbook covering company policies and mission statement.
- Advised line managers on correct disciplinary procedures for compliant issue resolution.
- Educated line managers on policy and process changes for implementation.
- Conducted workforce planning and benchmarking to meet company needs.
HR Manager
Rainbo Supplies & Services Ltd
Crawley, Sussex
2019.01 - 2020.07
- Streamlined recruitment process by implementing an applicant tracking system.
HR Manager
Peprotech EC Ltd
London
2013.12 - 2018.09
- Maintained open communication channels with employees, fostered trust within teams.
- Implemented HR policies and procedures for legal compliance.
HR Manager
Mercer Management Consulting
London
1999.12 - 2008.05
- Implemented HR policies and procedures for legal compliance.
- Managed redundancy processes, minimised legal risks.
- Collaborated closely with senior leadership team on strategic HR decisions.
- Fostered a diverse and inclusive work culture by promoting equal opportunities.
Education
MSc - Human Resources
Southbank University
London 2002.10 - 2004.06
MSc - Immunology
Imperial College
London 1997.09 - 1998.06
BSc hons - Biological Sciences
Leicester University
Leicester 1992.10 - 1995.06
A-Levels - Biology, Maths, English Literature
The Coopers' Company & Coborn School
Upminster, Havering 1990.09 - 1992.06
GCSEs - 11 GCSEs (including Maths & English)
The Coopers' Company & Coborn School
Upminster, Havering 1985.09 - 1990.06
Skills
- Exit interview analysis
- Talent management systems expertise
- HRIS software proficiency
- Recruitment strategy
- Knowledge of employment law
- Strategic hr transformation
- HR budgeting
- Employment contract drafting
- HR metrics understanding
- Disciplinary procedure handling
- Workforce analytics
- HR programme implementation
- Performance Management
- Workforce planning
- Leadership development
- HR analytics
- Payroll understanding
- Benefits administration
- Payroll processing
- Employee engagement
- Employee Relations
- Process improvements
- Employment termination
- Staff recruitment
- Benefits and compensation management
- Human resources management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior HR Manager
ERC Equipoise Ltd
2020.12 - Current
HR Manager
Rainbo Supplies & Services Ltd
2019.01 - 2020.07
HR Manager
Peprotech EC Ltd
2013.12 - 2018.09
MSc - Human Resources
Southbank University
2002.10 - 2004.06
HR Manager
Mercer Management Consulting
1999.12 - 2008.05
MSc - Immunology
Imperial College
1997.09 - 1998.06
BSc hons - Biological Sciences
Leicester University
1992.10 - 1995.06
A-Levels - Biology, Maths, English Literature
The Coopers' Company & Coborn School
1990.09 - 1992.06
GCSEs - 11 GCSEs (including Maths & English)
The Coopers' Company & Coborn School
1985.09 - 1990.06