"I focus on supporting our people, creating an inclusive environment, and building on our systems and processes that reflect our mission, vision, and values."
What led you to work at PETA?
I am a dedicated working mum of two boys and a loving wife. With over eight years of experience as an HR professional, I have built my career around my passion for people and inclusion. My journey into HR was driven by a deep desire to support individuals in reaching their full potential and creating workplaces where everyone feels valued and empowered. I knew PETA represented everything I stand for when applying for this role.
What is your role at PETA and what drives you to do what you do?
As our HR Business Partner (HRBP), I focus on supporting our people, creating an inclusive environment, and building on our systems and processes that reflect our mission, vision, and values. Knowing that my work contributes to a cause as impactful as PETA's keeps me motivated every day.
What knowledge and experience do you draw upon for your role?
As a CIPD Assoc, I bring expertise in people, employee relations, policies and procedures, and workplace inclusion. Each day I draw on my past experiences to push our future forward.
How do you approach your role on a day-to-day basis? What skills are required?
My day-to-day approach is rooted in empathy, organisation, and collaboration, with strong communication and adaptability being key to our success. As our HRBP, every day my role experiences different challenges and I find great pleasure in finding the solution to any matter we may face.
What are you passionate about outside of work?
Outside of work, I enjoy playing rounders, reading some novels, socialising, spending time with my family and have recently joined a choir, I love embracing activities that bring me joy and bring a good healthy balance to my life.
What are your personal values, and what is important to you?
My family is my biggest motivation, especially my boys. I aim to inspire them by showing how women are making their mark in the modern world. Integrity, inclusion, and perseverance guide me as I work. I am HUGE fan and have learnt a lot by reading ‘What Would Frida Do?’ by Arianna Davis.