Abi Lawal
About Abi Lawal
Abi Lawal serves as the Head of People Partners and HR Services at YouGov, having previously held various HR roles within the company and at other organizations. With a strong educational background in law and human resources, Lawal has accumulated significant experience in the field since starting their career in 2004.
Current Role at YouGov
Abi Lawal serves as the Head of People Partners and HR Services at YouGov, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees various human resources functions, focusing on enhancing employee engagement and optimizing HR services. Her leadership aims to align HR strategies with the company's objectives, ensuring that the workforce is supported and developed effectively.
Previous Experience at YouGov
Prior to her current role, Abi Lawal held multiple positions at YouGov. She was the Human Resources Operations Manager from 2020 to 2021, where she managed HR operations. Following this, she served as the Head of HR Operations Shared Services from 2021 to 2022, focusing on streamlining HR processes. Her tenure at YouGov has spanned several key HR roles, contributing to the company's operational efficiency.
Experience at bp and Laing O'Rourke
Before joining YouGov, Abi Lawal worked at bp as an HR Advisor from 2012 to 2018. In this role, she provided HR support and guidance within the organization. Additionally, she served as an HR Business Partner at Laing O'Rourke from 2019 to 2020, where she focused on strategic HR initiatives in Dartford, United Kingdom. These roles contributed to her extensive experience in human resources.
Education and Qualifications
Abi Lawal has a strong educational background in law and human resources. She studied at Brunel University London, where she earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from 2004 to 2008. She then completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) at City, University of London from 2009 to 2010. Most recently, she obtained a Master's degree in Human Resources Management from Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University, from 2020 to 2022.
Professional Background
Abi Lawal's professional background includes significant experience in human resources across various industries. She worked as an HR Consultant at Oracle from 2010 to 2012, focusing on harmonization documents. Her career spans over a decade, during which she has developed expertise in HR operations, advisory roles, and strategic HR management.