Gareth Jones

Hired, engaged, and retained a growing team of 200+ employees across 5 operating entities (Germany, Spain, Luxembourg, India, and UK). Solely responsible for spearheading Talent Acquisition, People Operations, People Partnering, and Global compensation and benefits, ensuring seamless operations and effective talent management processes. Contributed and led the Executive committee (ExCo) to ensure

Founded Amber People HR to provide adaptable and cost-efficient People and Talent solutions tailored to meet the needs of scaling businesses in the tech and consumer sectors globally. Skilled in building, executing, measuring, and iterating complex frameworks, processes, and programs from the ground up. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and establish credibility across all levels of an o

Led all aspects of the people function while concurrently ensuring operational excellence across the breadth of the business. Chaired and facilitated leadership and management team meetings, driving collaboration and alignment. Developed and implemented comprehensive company and people strategies, ensuring successful execution.

Directed all HR partnering activities for the Technology and Engineering teams while overseeing all recruitment efforts across UKTV. Developed and implemented the organization's People strategy. Managed the implementation and maintenance of the People tech stack.

Led Byron to a £100m private equity sale to Hutton Collins. Orchestrated the company's expansion from 500 employees (across 20 units) to 2000 (across 65 units) within 18 months. Introduced and ingrained core company vision and values, fostering a cohesive culture amidst nationwide expansion.

Led Soho House through a £250m acquisition to Yucaipa Companies via Ron Burkle. Spearheaded comprehensive recruitment, retention, learning and development, and training initiatives spanning global operations and head office locations across the US, UK, Canada, Turkey, Brazil, India, Berlin, and Barcelona. Managed significant global workforce expansion from approximately 3,000 to 13,000 people.

Worked as a Senior Recruitment Consultant. Responsible for sourcing and placing candidates in various roles. Managed client relationships and candidate pipelines.

Completed a Level 5 Diploma in Human Resources Management, focusing on advanced HR practices and strategies.

Studied HTML & CSS coding, gaining skills in designing and building websites.

Earned a Diploma as an Advanced Sports & Exercise Nutritional Advisor, specializing in nutritional science for athletic performance.

Studied Sociology & International Relations, gaining a comprehensive understanding of societal structures and global dynamics.