Di Gwinnell, Fcipd
About Di Gwinnell, Fcipd
Di Gwinnell is the Group HR Director at edyn, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in HR roles across customer-centric organizations in the UK and Europe, including previous positions at SACO, Asda, and Magnet Ltd.
Current Role at Edyn
Di Gwinnell serves as the Group HR Director at Edyn, a position she has held since 2019. Based in Bristol, United Kingdom, she has been instrumental in leading various human resources initiatives within the organization. Her responsibilities include overseeing HR strategies and policies, with a focus on enhancing employee engagement and organizational culture. Gwinnell has played a key role in cultural transformation initiatives at Edyn, contributing to the company's growth and development.
Previous Experience in HR
Prior to her current role, Di Gwinnell worked at SACO The Serviced Apartment Company as an HR Business Partner for the UK and Europe from 2017 to 2019. She also held the position of Regional HR Manager at Magnet Ltd from 2013 to 2017, where she managed HR operations across the South West and South Coast. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Talent Advisor for Graduate Development at Asda from 2009 to 2010. Gwinnell has extensive experience in both generalist and specialist HR roles across customer-centric organizations.
Education and Qualifications
Di Gwinnell studied at the University of Leeds, where she earned a BA in English Literature with a 2:1 classification from 2002 to 2005. She furthered her education in human resources by completing an Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Management from CIPD in 2012. This educational background has equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in her HR career.
Achievements in HR Leadership
During her tenure at Edyn, Di Gwinnell successfully built a pan-European people and culture team from scratch. This achievement highlights her capability in developing HR frameworks that support organizational objectives. Her leadership in cultural transformation initiatives has significantly impacted the company's approach to employee engagement and organizational development.