Tom KempTK
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Tom Kemp

@tomkemp

Passionate HR professional specializing in talent acquisition and management.

United Kingdom

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters employee growth and promotes diversity.

I am a dedicated HR professional with extensive experience in generalist HR, specializing in Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and Development. My career has been marked by a commitment to fostering employee engagement and promoting diversity and inclusion within organizations. I pride myself on my ability to take a conscientious and commercial approach to HR, ensuring that both operational and strategic activities align with business goals.

Throughout my career, I have held significant roles in leading HR initiatives for major corporations, including Six Degrees Group and Vodafone. My achievements include implementing employee engagement systems, designing global youth programs, and developing talent management frameworks that enable internal progression. I have successfully coached executive teams and managed teams of recruiters to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive business growth.

As I continue to evolve in my career, I am eager to leverage my expertise in HR to contribute to a forward-thinking organization that values employee development and engagement. I am particularly passionate about creating inclusive workplaces and implementing innovative HR practices that support both employees and business objectives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SG
Current

Senior People Business Partner

Six Degrees Group

Oct 2018 - Present (6 years 8 months)

Served as Senior HR Business Partner for Corporate, Product & Technology functions, leading a team focused on employee relations, organization design, engagement, and talent acquisition/management. Coached Executive and Senior Leadership teams on People-related and commercial matters to support business growth and productivity.

VG

Global Resourcing Lead

Vodafone Group

Sep 2016 - Sep 2018 (2 years)

Led the global implementation of various Resourcing initiatives across Vodafone's 28 markets, including youth programs and the '#codelikeagirl' initiative. Introduced and monitored methodologies to reduce bias in recruitment processes and deployed the 'ReConnect' returners program globally.

SL

European Talent Manager

Sony Europe Ltd

Apr 2015 - Aug 2016 (1 year 4 months)

Developed and delivered sophisticated talent management activities and a clearly defined recruitment channel strategy across all Sony Europe business groups. Managed externally focused talent engagement practices to deliver a compelling employer value proposition and implemented a Pan European managed service for temporary and contract workers.

SL

European Talent & Resourcing Manager

Sony Europe Ltd

Apr 2013 - Apr 2015 (2 years)

Managed recruitment and talent management activities for all Sales and Marketing functions across Sony Europe, leading remote teams of recruiters. Defined and developed sourcing strategies across the European region and implemented effective talent management activities.

SL

HR Manager; Transformation project

Sony Europe Ltd

Jan 2012 - Apr 2013 (1 year 3 months)

Worked on a transformation project to define the organization structure and delivery model of the Pan-European HR function. Responsibilities included headcount allocation, role definition, career development models, and service delivery frameworks.

SL

Human Resources Manager

Sony Europe Ltd

Jan 2011 - Dec 2011 (11 months)

Provided HR generalist support to all European corporate functions, Global Treasury, and Sony's Design Centre, managing HR processes throughout the entire employee life cycle. Acted as a business partner to senior management teams to define, implement, and monitor human capital strategy.

SL

Mobility & Benefits Coordinator

Sony Europe Ltd

Jan 2010 - Dec 2010 (11 months)

Coordinated all employee benefits and both inbound and outbound international mobility for the company. Oversaw the annual benefits renewal process, including brokering benefits with suppliers and managing the UK car fleet.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Brighton logoUB

University of Brighton

BA (Hons), Business Studies with Human Resources

Grade: 2:1

Studied Business Studies with a specialisation in Human Resources, a program accredited by CIPD. Gained a comprehensive understanding of business operations and HR practices.

CS

Chesham High School

Secondary Education, General Studies

Attended Chesham High School for secondary education. Focused on a broad curriculum to prepare for further studies.

BS

Berkhamsted Collegiate School

GCSE, General Studies

Grade: 1A / 9B’s

Completed secondary education at Berkhamsted Collegiate School, achieving strong results in GCSE examinations. Developed foundational academic skills across various subjects.

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