Maryam Ahmed is a seasoned professional in people operations and human resources, currently serving as the People Operations Manager for EMEA at Bedford Consulting since February 2023. In this role, Maryam is responsible for managing talent attraction, engagement, hiring, onboarding, and retention processes across the EMEA region. Previously, Maryam served as the HR Team Manager at Paradigm Trust, where effective management of HR teams and strategic advising to senior leadership on employment matters were key responsibilities. Additionally, Maryam co-founded Events by fairydust, an event décor company, illustrating entrepreneurial skills alongside HR expertise. Educational credentials include a CIPD Level 5 Diploma in Human Resources Management and a Bachelor of Science in International Politics from City, University of London.