Anonymous

Skills

With over a decade of experience in early careers, apprenticeships, and workforce development, I bring a powerful combination of strategic leadership, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Throughout my career at Wellcome Trust, Newham Council, and Medway NHS Foundation Trust, I have successfully designed and scaled early talent programmes that not only meet business needs but also embed EDI at every stage from attraction and recruitment to policy development and progression support. My skillset includes: Strategic design and execution of apprenticeship, graduate, and internship pathways Embedding EDI principles into recruitment, onboarding, and organisational policies Developing partnerships with social mobility organisations, universities, and sector bodies Data-driven programme management, using analytics to inform decisions and demonstrate impact Building inclusive leadership development and succession planning initiatives I offer a proven ability to align early career and apprenticeship strategies with wider organisational goals, ensuring measurable outcomes in workforce diversity, talent sustainability, and organisational culture transformation. I am adept at building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, securing leadership buy-in, and driving change across complex environments. As an asset to your organisation, I will champion the development of inclusive, high-quality early career pipelines that foster opportunity for all. I will ensure that apprenticeship and talent programmes are not only compliant and effective, but bold, future-focused, and aligned to the highest standards of inclusion and excellence. My leadership will help your organisation strengthen its employer brand, meet its workforce development goals, and deliver meaningful, lasting impact in the areas of diversity, equity, and social mobility.

About

I am an accomplished Early Careers and Talent Development professional with over 10 years of experience leading high-impact apprenticeship, graduate, and internship programs across sectors including healthcare, local government, and the charitable sector. In my most recent role as Early Careers & Internship Manager at Wellcome Trust, I spearheaded the design and delivery of early career pathways while embedding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (EDI) across all stages from recruitment to onboarding and policy development. I have a proven track record of scaling apprenticeship programs, increasing workforce diversity, and partnering with social mobility organizations to create sustainable, inclusive career pathways. My earlier leadership roles at Newham Council and Medway NHS Foundation Trust further strengthened my ability to drive workforce development strategies, achieve government apprenticeship targets, and champion inclusive talent pipelines. I hold a CIPD Level 7 qualification and an MSc in Applied Human Resource Management, equipping me with advanced expertise in resourcing, employee relations, and HR analytics. Throughout my career, I have consistently delivered results by embedding EDI principles into recruitment campaigns, talent strategies, and organizational policies, ensuring that underrepresented groups are not only included but thrive. I am passionate about building equitable opportunities for early talent and committed to delivering impactful programs that align with business goals and transform organizational culture.