Bryan Thomas
About Bryan Thomas
Bryan Thomas is the Global Head of Reward at Investec, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in human resources, having held various leadership roles in compensation and HR operations at notable firms such as UBS, BlackRock, and Goldman Sachs.
Current Role at Investec
Bryan Thomas serves as the Global Head of Reward at Investec, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's reward strategies and ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. His leadership in this area focuses on enhancing employee engagement and performance through effective compensation and benefits programs. Thomas operates from London, United Kingdom, contributing to Investec's global HR initiatives.
Previous Experience in Compensation and HR
Bryan Thomas has extensive experience in compensation and human resources across various organizations. He worked at UBS Wealth Management & Business Banking as Associate Director of Compensation from 1999 to 2003. Following this, he held positions at Goldman Sachs as an Associate from 2003 to 2007 and at BlackRock as Head of Compensation for EMEA from 2007 to 2010. He also served as Group Head of Reward at Close Brothers from 2010 to 2014 and as Head of Reward and HR Operations at the same company from 2014 to 2016.
Educational Background
Bryan Thomas studied at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, where he earned a Bachelor of Social Science in Economics and Business Administration from 1992 to 1994. He later achieved a Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) in Economics in 1995. This educational foundation has equipped him with the analytical skills necessary for his roles in human resources and compensation management.
Expertise in HR Consulting and Transformation
Bryan Thomas possesses a strong background in HR consulting, where he has provided expert advice on human resources strategies to various organizations. His expertise extends to HR transformation, focusing on redesigning HR processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness. He emphasizes aligning employee performance with company goals, which is crucial for fostering a productive work environment.