Marvin OnumonuThorntons has appointed Helen Honeyman (pictured, left) as chief people officer (CPO) to lead its people strategy.
Honeyman joins from Lothian Pension Fund, where she held a senior role, and has more than 20 years’ experience in operations and human resources.
She will be based in Dundee and work with senior leadership and the people team to deliver employee engagement and recruitment initiatives.
Honeyman said: “Thorntons has a reputation for its inspiring people strategy and a proven track record in delivering policies that put its people at the heart of the business.
“It’s very evident that there’s an unwavering commitment to support colleagues in their professional development and personal wellbeing.”
Lesley Larg, managing partner at Thorntons, said: “With extensive experience navigating and influencing senior executive groups within the financial services industry worldwide, Helen is recognised for her strategic insight, ability to shape policy and talent for driving transformative change.
“Our people have been the foundation of our success to date and will be the driving force behind our ambitious growth ahead.
“Having a chief people officer who not only understands our steadfast commitment to colleagues but also brings deep expertise and, importantly, genuine passion, to the role is essential to our next chapter as a business.”
