CIPD chief executive to retire in June 2026 following 14 years in role
Cheese shared the news at the CIPD’s annual conference, confirming that his decision allows time for a smooth leadership transition.
Ciphr appoints Karen Williams as chief revenue officer
Williams will manage all revenue operations, including new business, business development, revenue operations, and renewals.
Barnett Waddingham appoints Andrew Simpson as actuarial consulting partner
Simpson joins from Mercer, where he led the Edinburgh office and focused on actuarial consulting, defined contribution, investment and strategy.
Broadstone appoints Karen Graves as non-executive director to strengthen insurance growth strategy
Broadstone has appointed Karen Graves to its board as non-executive director, enhancing its leadership and expertise across the UK insurance and actuarial consulting markets.
Acas appoints Joanna Nunn as chief conciliator
Nunn, who has worked at Acas since 2006, previously served as assistant chief conciliator and brings extensive experience in mediation and dispute resolution.
ENODA appoints Nicola Russell as head of HR
Russell brings 25 years of global HR experience from roles at Amazon, AWS, Slalom, Microsoft, Payoneer and Siemens Energy.
Amicus Law appoints new head of employment
Slade De Lacey brings over 20 years’ experience in employment law, including tribunal representation, dispute resolution, HR advice and training.
Allianz UK reshuffles executive team with new appointments
Suzanne Scott has been appointed as chief people and culture officer, replacing Julie Harrison.
Burton Albion appoints head of player recruitment and insights
Richard Dorman said: “We’re delighted to welcome Harrison Modeste to Burton Albion as he takes charge of our recruitment department."
Pensions UK appoints Sarah Sim as executive director
Sim will be responsible for evolving the member experience, growing and diversifying income, and working towards the Pensions UK 2030 Ready Strategy.
Dow Schofield Watts appoints Holly Payne as head of recruitment
She will lead the firm’s recruitment and help build its brand by attracting professionals looking to make a difference for clients.
Government appoints Matthew Taylor as Fair Work Agency chair
The agency will bring together three enforcement bodies to tackle minimum wage underpayment and worker exploitation across the UK.
