Birmingham, England, United Kingdom, June 2024 – Becky Hoult has taken on the role of Head of HR at Hiscox. With extensive experience in human resources and organizational transformation, Becky brings a wealth of expertise in strategic HR management, talent acquisition, and workforce development. Her role will be instrumental in supporting Hiscox’s mission to provide top-tier insurance solutions with exceptional service.
Becky Hoult joins Hiscox after a long tenure at Barclays, where she served for approximately 14 years and 9 months in various senior HR roles. Most recently, she was the HR Director – Transaction Banking and Barclaycard Payments for nearly 2 years, where she partnered with senior leaders to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals.
Before that, Becky was the HR Director – BUK Transform for about 2 years, leading workforce change initiatives and developing strategic HR transformation plans. She also served as the HR Director – Branch Based Banking for approximately 10 months, shaping the people strategy and workforce plan for Barclays’ branch-based operations.
Becky’s earlier roles at Barclays include Senior HRBP – Product and Analytics for around 2 years and 6 months, where she supported the MD of Product and Analytics in strategic talent planning and transformational change. She also held the position of Senior HRBP, Corporate Banking for about 2 years and 10 months, overseeing HR functions for the Client Servicing, SME, and Small Business segments.
Her career at Barclays began with roles such as HRBP, Relationship Banking, HRBP, Customer Network Support, and HRBP, Direct Channels, where she developed and implemented structured people plans, led transformational change projects, and built strong relationships with senior stakeholders.
Hiscox is a leader in specialist insurance, providing high-quality protection and peace of mind for clients through an extensive range of personal and commercial insurance products. With a commitment to excellence in service, Hiscox covers a wide variety of risks, offering tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of their clients.
Hiscox’s expertise spans multiple insurance sectors, including property, casualty, professional, and specialty lines. The company is dedicated to delivering innovative insurance solutions backed by a deep understanding of the risks faced by individuals and businesses today.
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