Meet our passionate and purpose-driven team
Our highly skilled team offer a wealth of HR expertise and have a strong track record in delivering effective business solutions to support and enable fast paced growth.
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Robyn is currently in her third year at Edinburgh Napier University studying Business Management with Human Resource Management. She has recently joined Purpose HR on an internship as a HR Administrator.
- Frances WoodSenior HR ConsultantFrances has extensive experience spanning a 25-year career as an HR Generalist, providing support to Managers and Directors across a range of industries which include Hospitality, Engineering and Oil and Gas.Frances WoodSenior HR Consultant
Frances has extensive experience spanning a 25-year career as an HR Generalist, providing support to Managers and Directors across a range of industries which include Hospitality, Engineering and Oil and Gas.
Having mainly worked as a standalone HR Manager for SME’s, Frances has experience of identifying gaps in the foundations of HR which include the whole employee life cycle from attraction to exit, giving her partners the confidence that they can manage their businesses stress free.
Frances enjoys partnering with Senior Managers and Directors, supporting them to achieve the company strategy whilst offering the guidance and knowledge to help them through any people related issues which can include complex grievance cases, disciplinaries, redundancies, performance management and succession planning.
Trained as a Mediator and Mental Health first aider, she works with empathy and is passionate about employee wellbeing and engagement.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and going to the gym.
- Rebecca MorriceHR AdministratorRebecca has recently joined Purpose HR as HR Administrator in Aberdeen. She has an undergraduate degree in Management with Human Resource Management from Robert Gordon University, and has recently completed her Master’s in Human Resource Management.Rebecca MorriceHR Administrator
Rebecca has recently joined Purpose HR as HR Administrator in Aberdeen. She has an undergraduate degree in Management with Human Resource Management from Robert Gordon University, and has recently completed her Master’s in Human Resource Management. Rebecca has gained a range of experience through her study abroad experience at Boston University, and her year-long work placement in recruitment.
Through her time at university, Rebecca has developed an interest in diversity and inclusion, mental health and wellbeing and recruitment. She recently completed her final university project researching the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health and wellbeing in the UK Theatre Industry.
Rebecca is a member of the CIPD, and in her spare time, she loves getting involved in amateur musical theatre, travelling, and baking.
- Diane LawSenior HR ConsultantDiane is an experienced international HR Professional with a career spanning over 30 yrs. across multiple sectors with specific experience in offshore Oil & Gas.Diane LawSenior HR Consultant
Diane is an experienced international HR Professional with a career spanning over 30 yrs. across multiple sectors with specific experience in offshore Oil & Gas. She is experienced in both the management & supervision of both on and offshore teams (multi-disciplined and unionised) and has exposure to all aspects of Employee Relations, Restructuring, Headcount Reduction and Performance Management including supporting complex Grievance, Disciplinary & Absence Cases. Diane has utilised multiple HR Databases and supported ERP Projects during Design, Customisation, Testing & Implementation phases and has helped many organisations with global payroll & benefits provision as well as contract, policy & process harmonisation.
Passionate about effective employee engagement, communication and teamwork she has a flexible approach and works with empathy across all levels, building robust stakeholder relationships whilst meeting the strategic objectives of the organisation. She is capable of working to tight deadlines and under extreme pressure, whilst maintaining a high level of attention to detail and maintaining confidentiality at all times. She is comfortable and experienced working in fast paced SME’s facing rapid growth as well as large corporate organisations.
In her spare time Diane enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking and walking her 2 Labrador retrievers.
- Ailsa SmillieSenior HR ConsultantAilsa is an experienced Senior HR consultant with a strong generalist background. She has worked with various sectors both as part of an in-house team, and on a consultancy basis.Ailsa SmillieSenior HR Consultant
Ailsa is an experienced Senior HR consultant with a strong generalist background. She has worked with various sectors both as part of an in-house team, and on a consultancy basis. Ailsa has experience of project management and enjoys nothing more than ‘jumping straight in’. With a ‘can do’ attitude, she will always find a way to find solutions and different approaches for her clients. She has experience in coaching, mentoring and training in all areas of HR and will always find a way to do this in plain English. Ailsa has had exposure to complex cases such as TUPE, redundancy and restructuring.
Ailsa has an MSc in Human Resource Management and is a member of the CIPD. In her spare time, she enjoys baking and making cocktails in her home bar.
- Aoife TraversHR AdministratorAoife has an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Maynooth University, Ireland, and gained a range of business administration experience during her travels and working in Australia.Aoife TraversHR Administrator
Aoife has an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Maynooth University, Ireland, and gained a range of business administration experience during her travels and working in Australia.
Since relocating to Edinburgh Aoife has expanded her interest in diversity, organisational culture, change management and leadership through her master’s degree in Business Psychology with Human Resource Management through Heriot Watt University.
She is currently conducting her dissertation research on the impact of remote work on productivity, and the types of employee and organisation this can benefit.
- Julie HirstHR ConsultantJulie has a strong background in Human Resources and Recruitment. She has worked for a number of years in operational HR for a global Financial services organisation and has extensive experience of inhouse resourcing and agency recruitment.Julie HirstHR Consultant
Julie has a strong background in Human Resources and Recruitment. She has worked for a number of years in operational HR for a global Financial services organisation and has extensive experience of inhouse resourcing and agency recruitment.
She has worked as a trusted business partner to numerous clients (SMEs and larger organisations) providing professional HR advice and support and delivering recruitment strategies to stakeholders on time and within budget. She has provided key HR insights into HR processes and projects, provided inhouse training to managers and managed Graduate and Internship programs.
Julie is an Associate member of the CIPD and has a BA (Hons) in Information Management.
- Scott BaxterSenior HR ConsultantScott has extensive experience of working with both large corporates and small technology-focussed, entrepreneurial companies. During his career he has had significant exposure to the ideation, development, and deployment of HR strategies tailored towards sustainable growth.Scott BaxterSenior HR Consultant
Scott has extensive experience of working with both large corporates and small technology-focussed, entrepreneurial companies. During his career he has had significant exposure to the ideation, development, and deployment of HR strategies tailored towards sustainable growth.
He has considerable experience of designing, developing and utilising company cultures and employer value propositions (EVPs) to attract and retain highly international, diverse talent at all levels of seniority and experience. He has created and coached management teams, with scalable training programmes customised to act in-line with organisational objectives and company values.
Scott has led multiple high-level change management initiatives in response to changes to company strategic direction, supporting the wider business and management team to facilitate new business goals and objectives.
Scott holds a Master’s Degree in International Human Resource Management from the University of Stirling, and is a member of the CIPD, as well as a Chartered Member of the Chartered Management Institute.
Outside work, Scott is a keen astronomer, drummer, drone pilot, and amateur music producer.
- Donna WrigglesworthSenior HR ConsultantDonna has extensive experience of both the creation and delivery of the development of HR strategy, driving the people agenda and ensuring effective resourcing strategies are in place within SME and corporate organisations.Donna WrigglesworthSenior HR Consultant
Donna has extensive experience of both the creation and delivery of the development of HR strategy, driving the people agenda and ensuring effective resourcing strategies are in place within SME and corporate organisations. She has significant experience of developing people and teams at all levels within an organisation, through both talent management and succession planning processes. Donna has been responsible for the planning and implementation of a number of high level restructures within both SME and corporate environments. She has taken the lead in the coordination and implementation of TUPE transfers for large corporate businesses as well as the third sector. Donna has expertise in advising, coaching and supporting leadership teams in all areas of HR, ranging from the design and implementation of change programmes, providing advice and guidance on complex employee relations activities to Employment Law. Donna has an MSc in Human Resource Management and is a Chartered member of the CIPD.
- Tyler StevensHR AdministratorTyler graduated from Heriot-Watt University in 2019 with a first-class degree in International Business Management, having spent part of her course studying in Malaysia.Tyler StevensHR Administrator
Tyler graduated from Heriot-Watt University in 2019 with a first-class degree in International Business Management, having spent part of her course studying in Malaysia.
Tyler gained experience with an Edinburgh based recruitment firm where her role was focussed on providing dedicated support to contractors, temporary workers and clients, working on a range of assignments within the Financial Services sector. She has particular experience in carrying out the pre-employment screening and onboarding processes.
In her spare time, Tyler enjoys being involved with her family business in the wedding industry and also has a keen interest in interior design.
- Claire WalkerBusiness Operations ManagerClaire has built her career in Financial Services where she gained wide-ranging experience in client facing, executive support and sales operations roles. With a passion for delivering excellent customer service, Claire continually seeks to find opportunities for operational improvement ...Claire WalkerBusiness Operations Manager
Claire has built her career in Financial Services where she gained wide-ranging experience in client facing, executive support and sales operations roles.
With a passion for delivering excellent customer service, Claire continually seeks to find opportunities for operational improvement, focussing on simplifying and standardising processes to enable teams to spend more time with clients. She has gained significant risk management experience during her career and maintains a keen interest in this area of expertise.
Claire has a first-class degree in Management from the University of St Andrews, is a Chartered Banker and is currently studying for Certificate in Operational Risk Management.
Outside of work she loves Pilates, interior design and travel.
- Lisa ThomsonFounder & CEOLisa is experienced in establishing HR functions and people management and development frameworks within growing businesses, having over 10 years’ experience establishing and leading HR functions within growing SME businesses prior to establishing Purpose HR in 2014.Lisa ThomsonFounder & CEO
Lisa is experienced in establishing HR functions and people management and development frameworks within growing businesses, having over 10 years’ experience establishing and leading HR functions within growing SME businesses prior to establishing Purpose HR in 2014. She has achieved Chartered Membership of the Institute of Personnel and Development, is an alumni of the Entrepreneurial Scotland Saltire Fellowship programme, and is a qualified Executive business coach. With experience in developing and implementing HR frameworks across a range of business environments, working closely with CEOs and management teams to design and tailor HR policy, toolkits and supporting processes she has expertise in understanding, interpreting and applying business growth strategies and translating these into effective, user-friendly and fit for purpose HR strategies and supporting frameworks tailored to client needs and a proven ability to work to tight deadlines and demanding schedules.
- Robyn WhelanHR Administrator (Intern)Robyn is currently in her third year at Edinburgh Napier University studying Business Management with Human Resource Management. She has recently joined Purpose HR on an internship as a HR Administrator.Robyn WhelanHR Administrator (Intern)
Robyn is currently in her third year at Edinburgh Napier University studying Business Management with Human Resource Management. She has recently joined Purpose HR on an internship as a HR Administrator.
Having held a part time position as a fashion advisor for over 2 years, in this time Robyn gained experience within customer service, stock control and administration.
Currently Robyn is part of the cheerleading committee, holding the position of the fundraiser for the club this year. She is working towards the president of the committee in her final year. In her spare time, Robyn enjoys keeping fit and attending the gym regularly. She often helps in her mum’s business updating there database and website.
Robyn is looking forward to gaining experience with the team at Purpose HR and gaining more knowledge and insight to HR and people management.
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