Caroline Miles has over 20 years of experience in human resources, with a focus on strategic planning, employee engagement, and performance management. Caroline currently serves as the Head of HR at Beckley Psytech, a biotech company specializing in developing psychedelic compounds for neurological and psychiatric disorders. In this role, they are responsible for building a pipeline of psychedelic compounds and ensuring they meet clinical and regulatory standards.
Prior to their current position, Caroline worked as a Director at Elite HR & Coaching Solutions Ltd, where they provided operational HR support and strategic direction to smaller businesses, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. Caroline also offered personal and executive coaching to enhance personal effectiveness and performance.
Caroline's experience also includes various leadership roles at Lundbeck, a global pharmaceutical company. As the People & Organisation Director for the BA North region, they developed and implemented HR strategies, processes, and policies to support 150 employees across multiple countries. Caroline was responsible for driving a high-performance culture, managing talent, and ensuring employee engagement.
Before joining Lundbeck, Caroline worked as a Senior HR Consultant at HR Initiatives Ltd, where they provided HR consultancy services to diverse clients. Caroline also served as an HR Consultant/ER Consultant at Computacenter, supporting the delivery of HR strategies and managing employee relations issues.
Caroline began their HR career as an HR Advisor at TUI UK, where they provided HR consultancy to senior managers and ensured compliance with employment law and best practices. Caroline also worked as an HR Advisor at Aeroflex, acting as an HR business partner and providing guidance on HR policies, recruitment, performance management, and restructuring processes.
Overall, Caroline Miles has demonstrated expertise in strategic HR planning, employee engagement, and leadership development throughout their career.
Caroline Miles obtained a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in HR Management from Coventry University in 2015. In 2006-2007, they attended the University of Strathclyde and received a Specialist Paralegal Qualification in Employment Law. Prior to that, they studied at North Hertfordshire College from 2002 to 2005, where they pursued a CIPD PQS in HR. Additionally, Caroline completed their secondary education at Cardinal Newman RC School from 1990 to 1995.
Caroline Miles has also obtained several certifications. In June 2021, they became a Certified NLP Master Coach, Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Master Practitioner of Timeline Therapy, and Master Practitioner of Hypnosis through nlpuktraining. Earlier in January 2021, Caroline obtained a certification as a Certified NLP Coach, Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, and Practitioner of Timeline Therapy from the same institution. Furthermore, they became an MBTI step 1 assessor in January 2017 through The Myers-Briggs Company. In March 2016, Caroline qualified as an FIRO-B assessor, although the institution is unspecified. Lastly, they have a certification in Workplace Psychology, though the details of its acquisition are not provided.
March, 2022 - present