Edward Smith Mcipd
About Edward Smith Mcipd
Edward Smith Mcipd is the Learning and Development Business Partner at Made Tech in Manchester, with extensive experience in HR and training roles across various organizations.
Current Position at Made Tech
Edward Smith Mcipd currently holds the position of Learning and Development Business Partner at Made Tech in Manchester. In this role, he focuses on fostering employee growth and development through various learning initiatives and programs. His responsibilities include coordinating training sessions, development workshops, and ensuring the alignment of these initiatives with organizational goals.
Past Role at Claire's Inc.
From 2016 to 2022, Edward served as the Learning and Development Manager - Europe at Claire's Inc., based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. During this six-year tenure, he was instrumental in pioneering apprenticeship programs, collaborating with third-party training providers. His work had a significant impact on talent management and the people agenda at a European level. He demonstrated outstanding interpersonal, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, contributing notably to the company's overall performance.
Career Background in Human Resources
Edward has extensive experience in human resources, spanning multiple roles and industries. Notably, he worked as a Senior HR Support Officer at ForFarmers B.V. in 2015 for 10 months, Retail Training Manager for Iceland Foods from 2012 to 2014, and HR Manager at both Morgan Sindall and Morgan Ashurst plc between 2009 and 2012. He began his HR career at Iceland Frozen Foods, where he held management positions from 1993 to 2002 and subsequently served as Area Human Resources Manager till 2005.
Education and Early Career
Edward Smith Mcipd attended William Farr Comprehensive in Welton. He started his professional journey at Iceland Frozen Foods, occupying various management positions for nearly a decade. Over the years, he advanced through roles that enhanced his expertise in human resources, management, and employee relations, eventually leading to higher responsibilities in several organizations.
Key Contributions and Skills
Edward is known for his contributions to developing and implementing extensive learning and development programs. He played a crucial role in initiating apprenticeship programs at Claire’s Accessories and has been influential at a European level in talent management. His skills in overseeing performance management, conducting training needs analysis, and championing HR best practices have consistently improved organizational performance. Edward is also recognized for his ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships and provide proactive support.