Martin Burkitt Mcipd
About Martin Burkitt Mcipd
Martin Burkitt is the Head of People & Operations at ENTOCYCLE, bringing extensive experience in human resources and operations across various organizations. He has a strong background in developing HR strategies for fast-paced environments and managing payroll across multiple global regions.
Current Role at Entocycle
Martin Burkitt serves as the Head of People & Operations at Entocycle, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's human resources and operational strategies. His focus includes developing and implementing HR processes that cater to the needs of both creative and technical teams within the organization.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Martin has held various HR roles prior to his current position. He worked as the Human Resources Director at Freedman International from 2021 to 2022. Before that, he was the HR Manager at Green Park Content from 2017 to 2020, where he progressed to Group Human Resources Director in 2021. His earlier experience includes HR & Office Manager roles at Zero Degrees West and Stratinis, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of HR functions in fast-paced environments.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Martin studied at Queen Margaret University, where he earned a BA (Hons) in Marketing from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education in human resources by obtaining a CIPD Level 5 Certificate in Human Resource Management from 2013 to 2014, and a CIPD Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management from 2018 to 2021. His educational background supports his extensive experience in HR and operations.
Expertise in Global HR Strategies
Martin possesses extensive experience in rolling out people strategies and payroll systems across multiple regions, including the US, LATAM, EMEA, and APAC. His strong international experience enables him to support team members across various global regions effectively. He has established high-performing HR functions tailored to the unique needs of diverse teams.
Background in Finance
In addition to his HR expertise, Martin has a strong background in finance. He has managed accounts and prepared board and statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, and VAT/Payroll compliance for eight years. This financial acumen complements his HR capabilities, allowing him to integrate operational and financial strategies effectively.