Karen Dunlop
Senior Human Resources Business Partner @Intertek
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Human Resources Business Partner @Intertek
Essex, GB
As a Senior HR Business Partner at Intertek, a FTSE 100 organisation, I bring over 20 years of experience delivering strategic, commercial and people-focused HR solutions across complex, multi-site and matrix environments.CIPD-qualified (ARU), I have a proven track record in leading organisational and cultural transformation, driving engagement, and developing talent through coaching and effective leadership.Driven by an ambitious desire to win, I collaboratively challenge the status quo and champion positive change—aligning people and performance to achieve big-picture goals while role-modelling strong, authentic leadership.I partner closely with the senior leadership teams of ten UK & I business lines, supporting a combined revenue portfolio of ~£100m. A trusted partner to the UK HR Director, contributing to the leadership and effectiveness of the HRBP function and manage a team of three (HRAs and HRBP) to design and deliver a forward-thinking people strategy.Recognised for my ability to understand, influence, and motivate diverse teams and stakeholders, I continuously seek feedback and learning opportunities to stay ahead of evolving business needs and market dynamics.Ultimately, I bring a blend of strategic insight, commercial acumen, and people-centred leadership—enabling organisations to navigate change confidently, maximise performance, and build cultures where individuals and businesses thrive.
EDUCATION
Anglia Ruskin University
CIPD, Human Resource Management
SKILLS
ABOUT KAREN DUNLOP
As a Senior HR Business Partner at Intertek, a FTSE 100 organisation, I bring over 20 years of experience delivering strategic, commercial and people-focused HR solutions across complex, multi-site and matrix environments.CIPD-qualified (ARU), I have a proven track record in leading organisational and cultural transformation, driving engagement and developing talent through coaching and effective leadership.My mission is to challenge the status quo, empower others, and enable sustainable growth—both for the business and its people.I partner closely with the Senior Leadership Teams of ten UK & Eire business lines and Group, supporting a combined revenue portfolio of ~£100m. A trusted partner to the UK HR Director, contributing to the leadership and effectiveness of the HRBP function and managing a team of three (HRAs and HRBP) to design and deliver a forward-thinking people strategy.Recognised for my ability to understand, influence, and motivate diverse teams and stakeholders, I continuously seek feedback and learning opportunities to stay ahead of evolving business needs and market dynamics.Ultimately, I bring a blend of strategic insight, commercial acumen, and people-centred leadership—enabling organisations to navigate change confidently, maximise performance, and build cultures where individuals and businesses thrive.
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