Sandra Smart

WORK HISTORY

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ABOUT SANDRA SMART

As an HR & OD Consultant with over 15 years of experience, I have delivered HR transformation; change projects across various sectors and organisations. I hold an MCIPD certification, an MBA, and a coaching qualification, reflecting my passion for continuous learning and development in my field. I have deep knowledge and practical experience in applying best practices in people-related strategies, such as employee engagement, l&d, performance management, employee relations, and change management.My aim is to leave an organisation in an improved position than prior to me joining by undertaking a strategic review/audit of an organisation\'s goals, people, culture and processes, then aligning the outcomes with the organisations top priorities and resources/people.I have successfully led and supported complex and sensitive people and workforce related issues, having been Head of Shared Services, Head of Business Partnering, an Strategic/Senior HR Business Partner, ER Strategic HRBP and OD initiatives coach and trainer. I have taken lead roles in matters such as HRBP development, OD design, coaching and mentoring senior leaders updating HR processes, recruitment and succession planning, workforce planning, TUPE, cultural change, and acted as internal consultant and liaison in tribunal preparation, involving multiple stakeholders and unions. I have deployed teams to implement person-focused tactics to improve talent attraction and retention, driving a high-performance culture, collaboration and high-impact HR interventions, and standardisation of practices. My most recent role as the Interim Head of Shared Services and HR Business Partnering HR, ER and OD strategic team leader at the RBKC acted as deputy to the Director of HR, with 15 direct reports and 30 team members. I was also the team leader for 3 Strategic HRBP leads, covering the full employee life-cycle.Whilst at Slough Borough Council, I was responsible for Development of Business Partnering Team and ER relations, HR transformation/Change projects and ER policies, HR business partnering, and HR advisory teams, with 15 direct reports.I am a experienced and certified professional who can lead and/or support any organisation (or business)in achieving its HR and OD goals and objectives/Corporate goals and add value to all HR processes and make a positive impact whether in a role for 1month or 12 months. Seeking HR Director roles whether permanent or interim (for min of 6 months and/or FTC for same period).Currently specialising in local government sector; open to the private and/or charity sector.