Who we are

Katie is the owner of the HR Dept Newbury and South Oxfordshire. She founded the business in October 2016, having previously worked as a senior HR professional in a career spanning over 20 years in a range of industries from not-for-profit, education, through to financial and pharmaceutical. Her background means that there are not many employment situations that she hasn’t encountered. Her positive mindset and her commercial, pragmatic approach help customers to explore all options to ensure that the outcome they decide on is the best one for their business.

Rachel joined the team in March 2022, having already worked as an HR generalist for over 15 years, mainly with a homeless charity in Reading and previously with a commercial radio company. Having completed her CIPD Level 5, she is excited to use this learning, together with her experience to date, to continue to develop her skills, build relationships and provide an efficient and reliable service to our clients.

When not working, she is often found on two wheels cycling around the Berkshire/Hampshire countryside or taking on various cycle challenges.

With a background in recruitment and administration, Lucy is a natural people person. She brings her skill, knowledge and energy to support the customers and the team to ensure a first class customer experience. Over time we expect Lucy to refine and develop her skills and progress within the business.

When not working Lucy loves to spend time with her children and their Miniature Dachshund “Ditto”.

After completing her A Levels at college, Anna has joined us as a Business Administration apprentice to start her career. She rapidly became an integral part of the team, providing business and HR administration support to our customers as well as within the business. When not working, she enjoys carrying out genealogical research and building up her family tree.

Michelle joined our team in October 2024 and brings with her a broad range of HR experience, having worked across sectors like engineering, not-for-profit, and tech.  She has a MSc degree (CIPD Level 7) and is a Chartered MCIPD member.  She is passionate about building meaningful relationships and providing a service that our clients can really rely on.  She takes the time to listen with empathy, fully understanding any challenges and finding solutions that work for the people she is supporting.

Outside of work, Michelle enjoys volunteering with her local Scout group, as well as reading, gardening, and spending time in the US with her family.