Meet the people professionals
Experts in people, work and change tell us about their roles
Experts in people, work and change tell us about their roles
There are many ways to be a people professional. Explore the right role for you by meeting our members. Learn about their key responsibilities and skills. Get a glimpse of their daily activities and challenges. And discover what got them started – and keeps them going – in their careers.
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Explore our networks and communitiesHR generalists draw on their broad expertise. They get to know their organisations inside out. And they build relationships that help them fix problems and deliver the best results.
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Discover what an HR generalist doesLearning and development specialists (L&D) create opportunities for people to grow. From assessing capabilities to designing programmes, they bring out the best in their leaders and their people.
Organisational development and design (OD&D) specialists create structures, systems and cultures that help their organisations evolve and their people perform at their best
Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) specialists go beyond legislation and compliance requirements. They create working environments where people can be themselves, valued for their unique contributions and experiences.
Employee relations specialists play a critical role in developing and maintaining trust between an organisation and its employees. They often work closely with trade unions and employee representatives to ensure that people practices are fair and transparent.
People analytics specialists are problem solvers. They use data to really understand people issues. And they find the solid evidence that equips their colleagues to influence strategic decisions.
People consultants step in to give organisations outside help. They bring expertise from their past roles, often within people teams. And they offer flexibility, responsiveness and professional independence.
Resourcing specialists know the success of their organisations is down to their people. They anticipate who their businesses need – not just today but in the months ahead.
Reward specialists align employee reward with their organisations’ strategies, cultures and markets. They create pay and benefits that attract great employees and make them want to stay.
Our members are on a mission to help every worker thrive. So that the organisations they work for thrive too.
Tackling barriers to work today whilst creating inclusive workplaces of tomorrow.
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Information and guidance to help you excel in your role, transition into the profession, and manage a career break
If you’re looking for a career in HR, L&D or any other aspect of the people profession, there’s a route that’ll suit you