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Leah Winfield

@leahwinfield

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Senior People & Culture specialist with 10+ years of experience.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values data-driven HR strategies and fosters a people-first culture.

I am a Senior People & Culture specialist with over a decade of experience in designing data-led HR strategies that create tangible impact. My expertise spans various sectors, including NGOs and finance, where I have successfully implemented reward structures, culture transformation initiatives, and talent frameworks. I pride myself on building trust quickly and delivering bespoke, people-first solutions that resonate with diverse workforces.

Currently, I work as a Senior Talent & Culture Specialist at Fitzgerald HR, where I lead client relationships and oversee high-impact HR projects. My notable achievements include spearheading HR transformations, implementing HRIS and ATS systems, and delivering MI dashboards that drive smarter decision-making. I am passionate about creating inclusive and effective hiring processes, leveraging psychometric testing, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Talent & Culture Specialist

Current

Fitzgerald HR

Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Leading client relationships and overseeing the design and delivery of high-impact HR projects across various sectors. Specializing in reward, organizational development, recruitment strategy, and culture transformation, with a focus on data-driven recommendations and compliance alignment.

HR strategy HRIS Implementation People Analytics Executive Recruitment

Resourcing & Talent Manager

The Guinness Partnership

Jul 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 5 months)

Delivered a resourcing action plan to enhance hiring speed and quality. Developed career pathways and workforce planning models, while improving ATS performance and integrating psychometric tools into hiring workflows.

Workforce Planning ATS Recruitment Strategy Data Analysis Compliance

Area Manager & Regional Recruitment Manager

Lidl GB

Mar 2017 - Jul 2021 (4 years 4 months)

Managed recruitment for a new distribution center and led hiring strategies across multiple stores. Developed workforce planning tools and trained managers in inclusive hiring techniques, improving performance KPIs.

Recruitment Management Workforce Planning Performance Team Leadership HR Processes Data Driven Decision Making

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Specsavers

Sep 2012 - Feb 2017 (4 years 5 months)

In-house recruiter managing high-volume campaigns for clinical and retail roles. Developed targeted sourcing strategies and provided data insights to stakeholders for improved recruitment decisions.

Volume Recruiting Sourcing Data Insights Stakeholder Engagement Campaign Management Talent Acquisition

Account Manager

Global Technology Solutions

Apr 2011 - Aug 2012 (1 year 4 months)

Managed end-to-end hiring for IT support roles, delivering recruitment strategies for national tech clients. Focused on both contract and permanent placements in the technology sector.