Harvie Hughes (He/Him/His) Mcipd
About Harvie Hughes (He/Him/His) Mcipd
Harvie Hughes is a Manager and Consultant specializing in Employee Relations and Policy, with over 14 years of experience in his current role. He has a background in Occupational Safety and Health and Human Resources Management, and has successfully managed budgets and negotiated service contracts throughout his career.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Harvie Hughes has served as Manager and Consultant in Employee Relations (Policy and ER) at Nationwide Building Society since 2010. In this role, he has been responsible for managing employee relations policies and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. His tenure at Nationwide spans over 14 years, during which he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Education and Expertise
Harvie Hughes studied at the University of Northampton, where he earned a CIPD qualification in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration from 1989 to 1992. He also completed a Professional Management Foundation Programme in Business Administration and Management at the same institution from 1989 to 1990. Additionally, he attended Northampton College from 2005 to 2006, achieving a NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health.
Background in Employee Relations and Health and Safety
Prior to his current role, Harvie Hughes accumulated extensive experience in employee relations and health and safety. He worked at Nationwide from 1987 to 2003, where he held various positions, including Manager/Consultant in Health and Safety (Policy and ER) from 2003 to 2010. His early career included roles focused on general and executive rewards, where he managed team budgets and contributed to budget forecasts.
Achievements in Policy Implementation
Harvie Hughes has successfully negotiated rate increases for the Group Income Replacement Scheme, ensuring that overall costs remained stable despite a decrease in participant numbers. He has also initiated and implemented significant changes to multiple HR policies, securing buy-in from stakeholders, including union representatives. His role as Account Relationship Owner for key third-party suppliers has further enhanced service quality while maintaining cost efficiency.
Stakeholder Engagement and Committee Representation
In his professional capacity, Harvie Hughes has represented HR on various business committees, including the Health and Safety Committee and the Expenses Oversight Committee. He has utilized strong listening and communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders and ensure that employee relations policies align with organizational goals. His management of the private Healthcare Trust has also involved acting as a trusted advisor to scheme trustees.