Karen Caddick
About Karen Caddick
Karen Caddick serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer at SiriusPoint and has held various HR leadership roles across multiple industries. She has extensive experience in governance, executive compensation, and supporting key Board Committees, along with a strong academic background in History.
Work at SiriusPoint
Karen Caddick has been serving as the Chief Human Resources Officer at SiriusPoint since 2022. In this role, she oversees the human resources functions and strategies for the organization, contributing to the company's growth and development in the insurance sector. Her leadership is focused on enhancing employee engagement and aligning HR initiatives with business objectives.
Current and Previous Roles
In addition to her role at SiriusPoint, Karen Caddick has held various significant positions in human resources across multiple organizations. She has been a Non-Executive Director and Remuneration Committee Chair at Howden Joinery Group PLC since 2018. Previously, she served as Group HR Director at RSA from 2019 to 2022 and held the position of Global HR Director at the Financial Times for a brief period in 2005-2006.
Education and Expertise
Karen Caddick holds a Master of Arts in History from the University at Albany, which she completed in 1990. She also earned a Master of Arts (Hons) in History from the University of Glasgow, studying there from 1987 to 1991. Her educational background complements her extensive expertise in human resources across various sectors, including hospitality, retail, media, telecoms, and financial services.
Professional Experience
Karen Caddick has accumulated significant experience in human resources over her career. She has worked in various capacities, including Group Human Resources Director at Saga plc from 2015 to 2019, and at Millennium & Copthorne Hotels plc from 2013 to 2015. Her experience also includes leadership roles at Punch Taverns Plc, Spirit Pub Company Plc, and Barclays Bank Plc, where she focused on employee relations and HR policy.
Leadership and Governance
Karen Caddick has demonstrated leadership in governance through her involvement in key Board Committees, such as the Remuneration Committee and Nominations Committee. She has chaired the Pension Trustee Board, showcasing her capability in managing pension-related responsibilities. Additionally, her role as a Steering Group member of the London 2 Percent Club reflects her commitment to increasing female representation in senior leadership roles.