Lauren Bentley Assoc
People Business Partner @Daisy Group™
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WORK HISTORY
People Business Partner @Daisy Group™
My role is to implement the people strategy, lead and manage projects, initiatives and activity that contribute to company performance- Be a trusted and approachable people partner to the business, providing coaching, advice and feedback to leaders at all levels- Implement and embed the company mission and values to drive performance- Ensure that that organisation’s values are reflected in people related decisions, policies and processes.Support managers on operational employee relations matters including complex cases- Advise on employment law including TUPE and employment tribunals to minimise and manage business risk with the support of the Head of People- Implement and manage people related change in relation business acquisitions and restructuring in conjunction with the wider HR/People team- Work closely with the Talent Acquisition teams in relation to workforce planning, talent mapping and succession planning- Contribute and manage the implementation of the HR/People strategy to drive business performance and influence positive change across the business- To use people data and HR software to identify patterns and implement recommendations in conjunction with the Head of People- Present HR updates to the Board and across the business as required- Build honest, open and productive relationships with leaders to influence people related decision making- Review, and where necessary update, HR policies and procedures ensuring they are compliant with legislation and best practice- Ensure people related information, such as policies and procedures, is communicated and employees receive appropriate training- Provide guidance and support in the interpretation of company policies and procedures- Support and work closely with the wider HR team and the business to manage people related projects and achieve objectives- Act as additional support and cover for the HR Advisor as required and assist with development of junior HR team members.
EDUCATION
Blessed Trinity RC College
GCSE's
Burnley College and Sixth Form
Business and Finance
Lancaster University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Management and Human Resources
Blackburn College (UK)
CIPD Level 5 Diploma in Human Resource Management
ABOUT LAUREN BENTLEY ASSOC
Strategic and commercially minded People Business Partner for O2 Daisy, the B2B telecoms powerhouse created by the merger of Virgin Media O2 and Daisy Group - the UK\'s second largest small and medium-sized business solutions provider. As a dedicated company serving businesses from Small Office Home Office (SOHO) to Large Enterprise and Public Sector organisations, O2 Daisy offers a complete set of best-in-class digital-first connectivity solutions and managed service solutions under one roof. With around £1.4 billion in annual pro forma revenues and a customer base spanning hundreds of thousands of SMEs, large enterprises, public sector bodies, and indirect partners, O2 Daisy is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital-first connectivity and managed IT services.Guided by my Protagonist (ENFJ-T) personality, I lead with empathy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for empowering others – fostering collaboration and inspiring positive change across teams and the organisation. With a proactive, hands-on approach, I partner with Directors and Senior Leaders to deliver practical, people-first solutions that align with business goals. As a shaper and implementer, I bring the energy and focus to drive progress, challenge the status quo and turn ideas into action – ensuring meaningful improvements are delivered for both people and performance.Known for building strong, credible relationships by deeply understanding the teams I support, I also bring creativity and curiosity to spotting opportunities, closing capability gaps, and driving continuous development. I blend commercial insight with people-first thinking to shape culture and improve the employee experience - acting as a strategic and trusted partner, implementing and providing guidance that aligns with and supports business objectives.
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