Manchester, England, December 2024 – David Hughes has been named Head Of People & Performance at Oliver James, marking the next chapter in his already impressive career with the organization. In this role, Hughes will focus on driving strategic initiatives to enhance employee performance, talent development, and overall organizational growth, leveraging his deep expertise in people management and performance optimization.
Hughes brings over three years of dedicated service at Oliver James, where he has progressed through various leadership roles. Most recently, he served as Regional Head Of People & Performance, where he led regional talent initiatives, fostering cross-functional collaboration and aligning people strategies with business goals. Prior to that, he excelled as Lead People & Performance Partner, and earlier as Senior People And Performance Partner, implementing impactful training programs and driving employee engagement.
Before joining Oliver James, Hughes held key roles at Huxley, where he managed the Life Sciences Contract Division, specializing in interim solutions for the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. His tenure at Reed Screening saw him leading teams responsible for compliance and pre-employment vetting for high-profile clients, honing his skills in screening and onboarding processes.
About Oliver James
Oliver James connects talented individuals with organizations globally, providing bespoke solutions tailored to each client’s unique culture, objectives, and needs. With a presence in 12 global locations, Oliver James specializes in placing talent up to the C-suite level across permanent, contract, and project-based roles. The company’s flexible and adaptive approach ensures a consistently high level of service and delivery for clients and candidates alike.
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