Zoe Watts

Founded and currently lead Thrive Consultancy, an HR and employee wellbeing consultancy. This collective of freelancers offers a range of specialist people services, including consulting, workshops, and coaching to organizations of all sizes.

Guided business owners through the entire recruitment process, from advert creation to contract finalization. Successfully facilitated the hiring of three ideal candidates for the roles.

Led a project to enhance the Wellbeing offering and W&I culture, conducting an audit of wellbeing and inclusion provisions. Analyzed engagement survey results and implemented actions, including a tender process for a new Occupational Health service.

Assisted support networks in creating social calendars and intranet pages. Strategized and facilitated the joining of forces with Hampshire's Force networks to enhance collaboration.

Developed and embedded a new holistic wellbeing program, creating a 100-page Wellbeing Intranet using SharePoint. Managed external partners, arranged wellbeing events, and sourced new services.

Provided HR administration for the Corporate Services directorate, recruiting over 250 roles remotely during lockdown. Managed stakeholder engagement at all levels and trained colleagues on HR platforms.

Built a profitable holistic physical therapy business from scratch, delivering consultations and treatments in two clinics and covering shifts at 5-star hotel spas. Developed a website and managed social media marketing.

Assisted fee earners with administrative and financial processes, defending NHS trusts. Improved processes for litigation papers and managed external communications with solicitors, counsel, and clinical experts.

Supported the HR team with various administrative tasks, including archiving and migrating personnel documentation to iTrent. Received comprehensive HR training during this period.

Project managed global marketing training workshops for leading brands, designing presentations and developing online resources. Led client-facing calls to build bespoke training content and designed new digital training themes.

Provided executive assistance to the Director of Advocacy, compiling departmental reports and arranging global logistics. Revamped outdated filing and workflow systems to improve efficiency.

Completed a diploma in Holistic Therapy, Physiology & Business. This course provided a comprehensive understanding of holistic health practices and business principles.

Grade: 2:1

Activities and societies: Class President

Achieved a 2:1 in Media Production. This degree focused on various aspects of media creation and production.

Undertook a foundation diploma in Art, Design & Media Practice. This program provided a strong base in creative arts.

Completed A Levels in Fine Art, Psychology, Media Studies, and Chemistry. These subjects provided a diverse academic foundation.

Participated in a day course focused on Wellbeing Strategy Design. This course enhanced my knowledge in developing effective wellbeing strategies.