Richard Barnes

About Richard Barnes

An international HR professional with experience of leading teams across several countries & continents including; Europe, Africa, Russia, the Caspian and North & South America. Commercially focused to ensure that the function delivers its objectives in support of the organizations\' needs. A track record of implementing significant projects, consolidation exercises and improvement plans through the ability to communicate & engage at all levels of the organization with all stakeholders, including external employee representatives. Significant experience of mergers and acquisitions in the UK, Europe, Russia and the United States with both strategic and hands-on involvement in all phases of the process from due diligence to complete integration. Activities including comprehensive employee engagement, key personnel communications, retention and incentive planning, review and consolidation of policies & procedures, pay scales and benefit provision. My current role is now focused on supporting the development of the global sales organization; introducing new incentive plans, talent capability & acquisition, organizational structure, competency development and global project execution

Experience

1. Human Resources Director Global Sales

   Weatherford

   Aug 2017 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Following the successful completion of the UK assignment, the HRD for Global Sales roles was created to provide high quality professional advice and guidance to the Global Sales function while implementing the Global Human Resources vision. The role works with the President of Sales, VP Human Resources and Senior Sales personnel to formulate the correct HR strategies that supports business objectives. There\'s collaboration with Region and Country HR & Sales leadership to support their business objectives by providing an effective and efficient HR support that allows for management and development of people. So far we have developed and implemented a new global sales incentive plan, completed a global capability exercise and we are now embarking on a significant global recruitment program me over the coming 12 months. My role is also heavily involved in Weatherford\'s global transformation as being a senior member of the Sales work stream.

Education

• The Robert Gordon University

  Master's degree, Management Studies

  2000 — 2002