Nicola Thomas

Nicola Thomas has extensive work experience in the field of human resources. Nicola currently holds the position of Head of People at Airband Community Internet since November 2022. Prior to this, they worked at Halfords as a People Business Partner, where they supported the Retail Operations, Logistics/Supply Chain, Finance, and People departments from May 2021 to October 2022. Nicola also served as the Group Shared Services Manager at Halfords from October 2020 to May 2021.

Before joining Halfords, Nicola worked at Bromford as an HR Operations Manager, focusing on system transformation and implementation, from January 2020 to October 2020. Prior to this role, they held the position of HR Operations Manager at Bromford, supporting leaders with business planning and operational ER issues, and leading the shared services team. Nicola also worked as a Senior HR Business Partner at Bromford, supporting senior leaders in shaping their business, from January 2014 to November 2019.

Nicola's earlier work experience includes a role as an HR Business Partner at Bromford Group, where they provided HR services and advice to managers across a wide geographical area. Nicola started their career as an HR Advisor at University Hospital Birmingham, providing employee relations advice and being involved in national job evaluation processes.

Nicola Thomas attended Dudley College from 2000 to 2002, where they studied Business Studies and HR. Nicola then attended Bournville College, where they pursued A levels in Psychology, Sociology, and English. Later, Nicola attended Edgbaston High School, but there is no information regarding their degree or field of study at that institution.