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Vini Devnani

People Director- UK at Canopy

Vini Devnani (MCIPD) has extensive work experience in the field of human resources and organizational development. Vini has held various roles in different companies, showcasing expertise in HR consulting, change management, and HR business partnering.

Vini's most recent position was as a People Director-UK at Canopy, where they were responsible for setting up the HR function. Prior to that, they worked as an HR Consultant at MVP Consulting Limited, where they provided HR expertise to clients.

Vini also has experience working in the insurance industry, having served as an OD and HR Change Specialist at QBE Insurance. Vini has also held interim roles, such as Interim People Lead - Technology Transformation at Bupa and Global HR Business Partner - Group Technology and Ventures at bp.

In addition, Vini has worked on various projects as an Interim HR Business Partner at Octopus Investments and a Senior HR Transition Lead at the Department for International Trade (DIT). Vini also worked as an HR Business Partner for Change at UK Trade & Investment (UKTI).

Earlier in their career, Vini gained experience in the public sector as an Interim People Change Manager at Transport for London and an HR Business Partner at HSBC Global Banking and Markets. In these roles, they were involved in organizational restructuring, talent management, and project analysis.

Overall, Vini Devnani's work experience demonstrates their versatility in HR and organizational development, as well as their ability to deliver results in various industries and sectors.

Vini Devnani (MCIPD) obtained a BSc Honours degree in Psychology from the University of Hertfordshire in the years 1997 to 2000. Following this, from 2003 to 2005, Vini pursued a Masters (Merit) degree in Personnel & Development, specializing in MA, from the University of Westminster.

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Timeline

  • People Director- UK

    February 1, 2022 - present

  • Head of People - UK

    June, 2021