NAME
Tobi Ogundunmade
LOCATION
East Sussex, UK
PHONE
Hello. My name is
Tobi Ogundunmade
A HR Business Partner and People Ops Specialist with expertise in fostering engaged, high-performing teams through the principles of human-centered leadership. By pairing empathy, inclusivity, and collaboration with data-driven insights, I craft innovative solutions that ignite passion, fuel growth, and inspire exceptional performance across diverse teams worldwide.
Talent acquisition
People development
HR Strategy & consulting
Employee relations
About me
Allow me to introduce myself as a HR Business Partner & People Ops Specialist with a passion for people, a dedication to fostering excellence, and a deep understanding of the values that underpin collective success.
My expertise lies in creating human-centric workplaces where individuals can thrive, and businesses can succeed.
With over 8 years' experience, I've had the privilege of working with diverse teams across the finance, property, tech, marketing and creative industries. What gets me out of bed in the morning is the excitement of connecting with individuals, understanding their unique talents, and creating environments where everyone can shine.
My working philosophy is built on open communication, empathy, and the relentless pursuit of creating a company culture that doesn't just exist on paper but lives in the actions of each employee. I believe that at the heart of every successful business lies its people; workplaces can be both productive and downright enjoyable. It’s great to challenge the status quo, and there’s no need for that to be anything less than exciting.
Experience
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Present - 2024 HR Business Partner, specialising in building a high-performance culture at a global interactive edtech company, looking after a diverse client group of Sales, Commercial and Product Development teams across the EMEA, APJ, LATAM and APAC regions.Present
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2024 - 2022 HR manager, specialising in operational excellence at a global financial services firm, looking after a diverse workforce of over 10,000 employees across the APAC and EMEA regions. An exciting role, marked by my successful project deliveries in performance management, employee relations, policy and benefits enhancements, the implementation of cutting-edge ATS and HRIS systems, and crafting strategic processes and policies that truly make a difference.2024
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2019 - 2022 People-focused Operations Associate at a digital transformation agency, where I played a pivotal role in building and growing our People function from the ground up. I successfully scaled our team from 20 to 45+ members, comprising technical and executive roles, while driving HR initiatives that yielded remarkable results. Notably, I achieved a 50% reduction in time-to-hire, a 91% second-year retention rate for new hires, and a 30% increase in internal promotions. These accomplishments were fueled by my strategic planning, data-driven analysis, and targeted talent acquisition efforts.2022
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2019 - 2019 Operations & HR Manager with a strong employee relations focus for two award-winning estate agencies, I led transformative initiatives that shaped the HR function from the ground up. Conducted comprehensive policy and benefit audits, enhanced our reward strategy and ensured employee well-being through tailored training. Introduced a company-wide bonus structure, leading to a 45% boost in client retention. From audits to employee relations, I've orchestrated change management, redefined termination processes, and introduced our first Learning & Development strategy, inclusive of a training matrix, calendar, job family models, and professional development budget, resulting in an 80% engagement rate within the first quarter and reduced new hire time to competency from 8 weeks to 6 weeks.2019
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2018 - 2019 HR Advisor and Contracts Manager with a proven track record of transforming employee lifecycles and enhancing team dynamics for two award-winning marketing agencies. First for a global marketing agency with over 18,000 employees, where I provided day-to-day support and guidance on various people-related needs, including resourcing, holidays, remote working, and career progression with a strong focus on team-building events, significantly boosting engagement, transparency, and employee wellbeing. Second, for a bespoke B Corp agency, where I had a strong focus on contracts, managing the employee lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding and restructuring employment contracts for employees and contractors based in UK, Singapore, South America and Spain.2018
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2016 - 2018 HR Business Partner for a small accounting firm, where I orchestrated transformative initiatives to enhance organisational effectiveness and employee engagement. From designing and implementing a comprehensive retention strategy to managing employee relations issues and overseeing payroll processes, I ensured smooth HR operations while driving company-wide cost reductions and strategic projects. By spearheading projects such as performance management, policy redesign and business restructuring, I played a pivotal role in fostering a positive company culture and talent development.2016
What I bring to the table
As a passionate HR leader, I've dedicated my career to unlocking the potential of people and organisations. With a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on implementation, I've helped companies of all sizes achieve remarkable results. From guiding startups through periods of rapid growth to supporting multinational enterprises looking to refresh their workplace culture, I've been there, sleeves rolled up and ready to make a difference.
Over the years, I've developed a keen eye for analysing trends, identifying areas for improvement, and driving strategic decisions. Whether it's optimising recruitment strategies or measuring the effectiveness of employee engagement initiatives, I've made it my mission to harness the power of data to inform and drive results.
What excites me most about HR is the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's lives. Whether it's designing employee experiences, driving cultural transformation, or shaping business strategy, I thrive in environments where HR is a strategic partner and a driving force for growth. My aim is simple: to amplify employee voices, unlock innovation and productivity, and create a workplace where everyone feels valued, engaged, and empowered to make a difference.
Let's dive into some of my achievements
- • Led on all recruitment, inclusive of job descriptions, candidate sourcing, screening, interviews and offers. Achieved a 94.4% accuracy rate for job descriptions vs candidate skills, a 30% increase in quality of hire and a 50% reduction in time to hire (from 12 weeks down to 6 weeks) for critical technical and executive roles.
- • Provided expert HR support, training, and guidance on people processes, system utilisation, best practices, and new people initiatives. Achieved a 95% employee satisfaction rate with people support, a reduction in process duplication, and embedded new initiatives that increased people operations efficiency.
- • Implemented a scalable HR task management framework, featuring automated workflows to optimise the entire employee lifecycle. Delivered a 35% reduction in manual processing time, a 25% increase in data accuracy, and a 20% improvement in compliance within 4 months.
I'm eager to dive deeper into your company's story - from the dynamics that drive your team to the challenges you're tackling and the aspirations that fuel your growth.
Skills
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
Data, Analytics & Automation
HR Strategy & Process Design
Employee Engagement & Retention
Get in touch
HR isn't just about managing people; it's about inspiring them, empowering them, and helping them flourish.
With 8 years' of experience, I've honed my skills in talent acquisition, culture development, and leadership training. I'm not here to just check boxes; I'm here to transform your company into a thriving, dynamic, and inclusive community.
Let's work together to turn your employees into your biggest advocates, boost your productivity, and make your business the best it can be. I'd love to hear about your company's journey and how I can be a part of it. Whether you're looking to revamp your HR strategy, build an all-star team, or simply grab a coffee and chat about all things people, I'm here!
LOCATION: East Sussex, UK
EMAIL: contact@workwithtobi.com
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