Leah Watson

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ABOUT LEAH WATSON

A self-motivated and dedicated Senior HR Generalist, experienced in all aspects of Human Resource Management (HRM) with a comprehensive and strategic understanding of HRM and business strategy. Qualified to Masters level in HRM and MCIPD HR Experience:• Change management • Learning and Development • Resourcing and talent planning • Learning and Development • Employee relations • Employee engagement • Trained mediator Key achievements:Project lead on HR initiatives, processes and procedures to support the set up a new subsidiary company Achieved a change management review within a short time period which involved the amalgamation of two wards and 80 employees Implemented an internship programme which doubled in size within a 12 month period.Co-ordinated a large scale Change management programmes including a TUPE and major restructuresDesigned and delivered a range of training programmes for business leaders. Coached senior managers to ensure their people management issues are managed effectively. Supported and managed disciplinary cases, which included coaching inexperienced managers through the process, developing managers’ confidence Advised on high profile restructures, assisting with the implementation to meet strategic objectives. Coached and supported new colleagues through challenging people management cases. Pro-actively worked with managers to reduce short term absences, reducing overall absence rates from 4.1% to 3.5% within a 6 month period.