Zoe Ellis
@zoeellis
Dedicated HR Generalist with 30 years of diverse experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated HR Generalist with 30 years of diverse experience in recruitment and HR. My extensive background in small to medium enterprises has equipped me with the skills to manage complex employee relations and contribute strategically to organizational success. I have a proven track record of influencing decision-making at the highest levels while prioritizing employee welfare.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed HR operations, streamlined procedures, and driven talent acquisition initiatives. My experience includes implementing innovative HR solutions and fostering a positive workplace culture that enhances engagement and retention. I am passionate about aligning HR strategies with business goals and supporting change management processes to drive organizational growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Director
Bellwood Recruitment & HR
Aug 2024 - Present (11 months)
Returned to a previous role as a HR-focused recruiter, facilitating recruitment and selection processes and ensuring optimal candidate placement. Supported numerous SMEs with their HR requirements, including HR advice, template writing, letter writing, and employment handbooks.
Human Resource Manager
Total Gutter Maintenance Ltd
Apr 2008 - Jun 2024 (16 years 2 months)
Managed daily HR operations, overseeing training and development, and streamlining procedures. Provided detailed HR reports to senior management at Board Meetings and successfully recruited correct-fit candidates with an exceptional staff retention rate. Partnered with the executive team to streamline company procedures, support change management processes, and implement innovative policies to enh
Consultant
Bellwood Recruitment & HR
Jan 2012 - Dec 2018 (6 years 11 months)
Facilitated recruitment and selection processes for four SMEs, ensuring optimal candidate placements and streamlining HR processes. Drove talent acquisition initiatives, optimised candidate selection, and provided crucial HR support to improve operational effectiveness.
Project Administrator
Teesside University
Apr 2010 - Apr 2012 (2 years)
Coordinated monthly payroll for 70 student mentors, ensuring timely and accurate payments. Organised educational events for disadvantaged pupils and streamlined administrative processes, improving project efficiency and mentor engagement.
Business Development Manager
Leeds Metropolitan University, The Job Shop Student Services
Sep 2004 - Apr 2010 (5 years 7 months)
Facilitated recruitment services for students and graduates, securing employment opportunities and managing accounts from small businesses to large corporations. Organised and executed university events, including recruitment and networking fairs, and monitored project outcomes, delivering detailed reports.
Recruitment Consultant / HR Co-Ordinator
Pertemps Recruitment
Mar 2000 - Jun 2004 (4 years 3 months)
Recruited management, administrative, and call centre staff, achieving high placement rates and managing volume recruitment. Conducted interviews and organised assessment centres, improving candidate selection processes and fostering strong client relationships.
Receptionist / PA
Forstaff Recruitment
Apr 1998 - Feb 2000 (1 year 10 months)
Managed a busy temp desk and coordinated a recruitment drive for trainee pilots at Qantas. Organised and implemented assessment centres, medical checks, and exams, ensuring an efficient recruitment and selection process.
Customer Retention Team Supervisor
Orange PLC
Feb 1996 - Jan 1998 (1 year 11 months)
Managed a team of 12 staff, working to strict deadlines and targets to ensure customers did not cancel contracts. Offered incentives to customers to sign new 12-month contracts, focusing on customer retention.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Harrogate College
CIPD Level 3 Certificate in Personnel Practice, Personnel Practice
Obtained a CIPD Level 3 Certificate in Personnel Practice from Harrogate College. This qualification provided a foundational understanding of HR principles and practices.
Northallerton College
A-levels & GCSEs, General Studies
Completed A-levels and GCSEs at Northallerton College. This foundational education provided a broad academic background.
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