Sarah Wheeler
About Sarah Wheeler
Sarah Wheeler is the Chief People Officer at IriusRisk, bringing over 20 years of HR experience across various sectors. She holds a Master's degree in Human Resources and a Bachelor's degree in Business and Psychology, and specializes in developing effective people strategies to enhance business performance.
Work at IriusRisk
Sarah Wheeler has been serving as the Chief People Officer at IriusRisk since 2023. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing people strategies that align with the company's commercial objectives. Her responsibilities include managing change and enhancing employee engagement within the organization. IriusRisk operates in a remote work environment, allowing her to leverage her extensive HR experience to foster a high-performing team.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Wheeler holds a Bachelor of Arts with honors in Business and Psychology from Middlesex University, which she completed from 1994 to 1997. She also earned a Master of Science in Human Resources from London South Bank University between 2001 and 2004. Her educational background supports her over 20 years of HR experience, specializing in translating commercial requirements into effective people strategies.
Background in Human Resources
Sarah Wheeler has over 20 years of experience in human resources across various sectors, including banking, content marketing, and technology. Her career includes significant roles such as People Director at SevenC3 and Chief People Officer at Omnico Group. She has also held multiple positions at Ipsos, progressing from Payroll Advisor to HR Manager. This diverse background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of HR's strategic and operational aspects.
Achievements in HR Management
Throughout her career, Sarah Wheeler has demonstrated expertise in managing change and creating high-performing teams. She is recognized for her ability to increase employee engagement and drive business success through effective people management strategies. Her qualifications include being MCIPD qualified, reflecting her commitment to professional development in the field of human resources.
Career Break and Transition
From 2019 to 2020, Sarah Wheeler took a career break, during which she stepped away from her professional responsibilities. Prior to this break, she had a long tenure at SevenC3, where she served as People Director for 11 years. This transition period allowed her to reflect on her career and prepare for her subsequent roles in HR leadership.