Jamie Counihan
About Jamie Counihan
Jamie Counihan is an HR Operations Manager at Sightsavers, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in human resource management and has held various roles in organizations such as Brighton & Hove City Council and Colonial Secured Loans.
Current Role at Sightsavers
Jamie Counihan serves as the HR Operations Manager at Sightsavers, a position held since 2016. In this role, Jamie focuses on policy and process development within the HR department. Responsibilities include implementing system improvements and rollouts in HR operations, as well as enhancing recruitment and induction processes. Jamie also contributes to training and learning initiatives, ensuring that the HR functions align with the organization's goals.
Previous Experience in HR and Management
Prior to joining Sightsavers, Jamie Counihan worked at Brighton & Hove City Council as a Team Leader for eight years, from 2008 to 2016. This role involved overseeing team operations and managing various HR-related tasks. Jamie's earlier experience includes a position as a Secured Loans Advisor at Colonial Secured Loans for nine months in 2007, and as a Project Manager at Dalkia for seven months in 2006.
Education and Qualifications
Jamie Counihan holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Human Resource Management from the University of Brighton, where studies took place from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, Jamie earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Philosophy from the University of Sussex, completing the degree from 2004 to 2007. This educational background provides a strong foundation for Jamie's expertise in HR operations.
Focus Areas in HR Operations
At Sightsavers, Jamie Counihan has concentrated on several key areas within HR operations. These include the development of policies and processes that enhance the efficiency of the HR department. Jamie has also played a significant role in improving recruitment and induction processes, ensuring that new hires are effectively integrated into the organization. Furthermore, contributions to training and learning initiatives have been a vital part of Jamie's responsibilities.