Claire Ball
About Claire Ball
Claire Ball serves as the Director of Talent at RetailNext, where she manages the global Talent function, including Talent Acquisition and Performance Management. With a strong background in human resources and recruitment, she has held various roles within RetailNext and other organizations, contributing to the development of scalable Talent processes.
Current Role at RetailNext
Claire Ball serves as the Director of Talent at RetailNext, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she manages the global Talent function, which encompasses Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, and Compensation. Her responsibilities include overseeing the recruitment strategies and ensuring the implementation of effective talent processes across the organization.
Previous Experience at RetailNext
Prior to her current role, Claire Ball held several positions at RetailNext. She worked as the Global Talent Acquisition Manager from 2021 to 2023 and as a Talent Acquisition Manager from 2018 to 2021. Claire also served as a Senior Internal Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Lead, contributing to the development and execution of recruitment strategies during her tenure.
Educational Background
Claire Ball studied at the University of Cape Town, where she earned a Diploma in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration. Additionally, she attended Rhodes University, obtaining a Post Graduate Diploma in Enterprise Management and a Social Science Degree in Psychology and Business. Her educational background supports her expertise in talent management and recruitment.
Career History Prior to RetailNext
Before joining RetailNext, Claire Ball worked at Allen Lane as a Candidate Manager focusing on HR and Project Management from 2013 to 2015. She also served as a Membership Coordinator at The Direct Marketing Association in 2009 and as a Talent Specialist at HumanValue in 2016. These roles contributed to her extensive experience in talent acquisition and management.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional commitments, Claire Ball has a personal interest in running. This activity reflects her dedication to maintaining a balanced lifestyle and her commitment to personal well-being.