From Studying Psychology at Leeds university to now working in HR!
I earned my Psychology degree from the University of Leeds, followed by an enriching placement year in Human Resources and Marketing at LNER. During this time, I discovered my true passion for HR, which inspired me to pursue and secure an HR apprentice role at Lloyds.
I work in the Next Generation Talent Team as a HR apprentice.
I am currently an HR Apprentice in the Next Generation Talent Team at Lloyds Banking Group, where my official title is Next Generation Talent Consultant. In this role, I support our Next Generation Talent Partners in managing our Graduate schemes. My responsibilities range from facilitating the introduction of professional qualifications to managing and monitoring the performance management of our graduates.
Additionally, I handle our mailbox, addressing any incoming queries about our schemes, and assist in organizing events for our graduates. Overall, my team and I are dedicated to ensuring a positive and enriching experience for all participants in our Graduate schemes
Being able to make a difference to individuals journeys at LBG.
Being able to make a difference to individuals’ journeys at LBG is incredibly motivating. Supporting the experience of graduates means playing a crucial role in their professional development and helping them transition smoothly from univeristy to the corporate world. It’s rewarding to see graduates grow, gain confidence, and develop their skills.
Moreover, by contributing to their positive experience, you help shape the future leaders of the organisation.
Be authentic, curious and proactive
Curiosity drives learning and innovation. By being curious, you open yourself up to new experiences and knowledge. This means asking questions, seeking out new information, and being willing to explore unfamiliar areas.
Authenticity is about being true to yourself and your values. When you are authentic, you build trust and credibility with others. This involves being honest, transparent, and genuine in your interactions.
Proactive. Instead of waiting for things to happen, you make things happen. This involves planning ahead, taking responsibility, and being prepared to act.
At LBG we want to see the real you, we want to see your curiosoity for the role your applying for and we want to see that your enthusiastic about all things LBG. Make sure you know our values and our strategy, that way we see you have proactively taking an interest in the company as a whole, not just the role.
Being able to run my own project early on at LBG.
Getting the chance to run a project not long after starting a LBG was a big moment for myself. It showed I was trusted and seen as able to take this project on. It’s been a great way to learn fast and build connections within the company. It's enabled me to really build on my communication and stakeholder management and also allowed me to take that leap into doing something on my own.
