BUBrian User
@brianuser24
Workforce transformation leader bridging talent and technology to build AI-ready technical teams.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am a workforce transformation and strategic capability leader with over 20 years' global experience across the UK, China and Japan, specialising in Recruit-Hire-Retrain models that align talent acquisition with technical execution. I have led digital transformation programmes, managed technical teams of 40+, partnered with AWS on cloud certifications and AI tooling, and delivered AI apprenticeship and automation initiatives to scale capability.
I am CIPD qualified with a BA in Human Resource Management and a strong background advising C-suite leaders on organisational design, reskilling, and capability frameworks such as Communities of Practice and Technical Guilds. My track record covers consultative client leadership, apprenticeship integration, and operationalising automated onboarding and personal development processes to accelerate business outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
DTCapability Development Lead
DXC Technology
Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Architected and led capability development for a 40-person technical workforce, established Communities of Practice and Technical Guilds, and integrated AI tools (AWS CodeWhisperer/Q) to accelerate cloud and AI skill adoption.
Lead Client Partner
Sparta Global
Feb 2023 - Jul 2023 (5 months)
Advised C-level clients on reskilling permanent teams for Agile delivery, conducted capability benchmarking across Cloud, Cyber and Data Science, and deployed specialist consultant teams to support transformation initiatives.
QLLed capability transformation initiatives using Recruit-Train-Deploy models to reduce contractor reliance, integrated apprenticeship pathways, and managed RFI/RFPs for Financial Services and Public Sector clients.
Managing Consultant
ALS International
Dec 2009 - Aug 2017 (7 years 8 months)
Managed an 8-person team in Shanghai, oversaw P&L and growth for the technology recruitment division, and delivered technical hiring partnerships for global financial institutions in APAC.
Account Manager
Sharpstream Life Sciences
Jan 2007 - Jan 2009 (2 years)
Managed C-level executive searches for global pharmaceutical headquarters and conducted EMEA market mapping for senior medical and technical leadership roles.
HARecruitment Consultant
Hays
Jan 2004 - Jan 2007 (3 years)
Built middle and front-office finance teams for tier-1 investment banks in Tokyo, specialising in financial services recruitment for major global banks.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UPUniversity of Paisley
Bachelor of Arts, Human Resource Management
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource Management, focusing on HR principles and workforce development.
CDChartered Institute of Personnel and Development
CIPD Member, Human Resources
CIPD membership indicating completion of professional HR qualifications and commitment to HR best practices.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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