Joe Simpson (Fcipd)
About Joe Simpson (Fcipd)
Joe Simpson is a Human Resources Manager at Canopy Growth Corporation, overseeing operations in the United Kingdom and Australia since 2020. He has extensive experience in managing large teams and budgets, and has previously held senior HR roles in various organizations.
Work at Canopy Growth
Joe Simpson has been serving as the Human Resources Manager for the United Kingdom and Australia at Canopy Growth Corporation since 2020. In this role, he manages human resources operations across both regions, focusing on strategic initiatives that align with the company's goals. His responsibilities include overseeing budgets that exceed £2 million and leading teams of over 20 professionals. His extensive experience in human resources allows him to implement effective HR strategies that enhance organizational performance.
Education and Expertise
Joe Simpson holds a Post-graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management from Queen's University Belfast, which he completed from 1997 to 1999. He also studied at Ulster University, where he earned a BA (Hons) in Modern Studies, focusing on History, Politics, and Philosophy, from 1990 to 1993. Additionally, he achieved a Post-graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching and Mentoring from Intuition Discovery Coaching Company in 2011. His educational background supports his expertise in human resources management and leadership development.
Professional Background
Before joining Canopy Growth, Joe Simpson held various significant positions in human resources. He was the Head of Human Resources at Thales from 2013 to 2016 in Belfast, where he managed HR functions for a large organization. He also served as a Non-Executive Director at Supporting Communities from 2016 to 2019 in Ballymena. Additionally, he worked as an Interim Senior Human Resources Manager at Kerry Foods for six months in 2013. His career spans multiple sectors, providing him with a broad perspective on human resources.
Achievements in Human Resources Management
Joe Simpson has a proven track record in enhancing employee engagement indices and managing organizational change. He has experience overseeing human resources for organizations with employee counts ranging from 500 to 12,000 across multiple sites. His passion for designing and delivering leadership interventions has contributed to strengthening succession planning pipelines within organizations. His strategic approach to HR has led to improved organizational structures and cultures.