Julie Brunker
About Julie Brunker
Julie Brunker serves as the Human Resources Director for Europe at Canopy Growth Corporation, bringing over 20 years of HR leadership experience across various sectors. She has held significant roles in organizations such as Fruit of the Loom, Stream Global Services, and Jaguar Land Rover, and possesses advanced qualifications in human resources management.
Current Role at Canopy Growth
Julie Brunker serves as the Human Resources Director for Europe at Canopy Growth Corporation. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's HR strategies and initiatives across the European region. In her role, she leads HR teams with up to 10 direct reports, managing both national and international settings, including matrix organizations.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Canopy Growth, Julie Brunker accumulated extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked as the Human Resources Manager at Fruit of the Loom from 1995 to 2002. Following that, she served as the Human Resources Director for EMEA at Stream Global Services from 2002 to 2007. Additionally, she held the position of European Head of Human Resources at Jaguar Land Rover from 2016 to 2018.
Education and Qualifications
Julie Brunker holds a Master's degree in Strategic Human Resources from the University College of Northampton, which she completed from 2005 to 2007. She also earned a BSc in Social Science from the University of Ulster between 1984 and 1987. Furthermore, she studied Human Resources at Belfast Regional College, achieving a CIPD qualification from 1991 to 1993. She is a Chartered member of the Institute of Personnel & Development (M.C.I.P.D).
Skills and Expertise in Human Resources
Julie Brunker possesses over 20 years of leadership and human resources experience across diverse sectors, including technology, automotive, and the public sector. She is skilled in labor relations, particularly in union and works council negotiations. Julie is also proficient in HR systems such as SAP, Success Factors, Workday, and Ceridian Dayforce. Her expertise includes HR transformation and harmonization of terms and conditions, demonstrating a pragmatic approach to organizational development.
Leadership and Management Experience
Julie Brunker has significant senior management experience, having held roles as an executive director, director, and HR business partner. She has successfully led HR teams in various settings, demonstrating her ability to manage complex organizational structures and achieve results through effective leadership. Her experience includes leading teams in both national and international contexts.