Barbara Obeng MCIPD CPBA CPMA CPEQA

Barbara Obeng has a diverse range of work experience in the field of HR management. Barbara is currently working as the Head of People Business Partners - Segment DE at DocMorris. Prior to this, they served as the Head of People at TeleClinic.

From 2017 to 2021, Barbara worked as an HR Manager (Global) at Nextgen Clearing Ltd, where they focused on leading HR strategies to ensure resource utilization, compliance, personnel communication, training, performance management, talent acquisition, and workforce programs. During their tenure, they developed and implemented new engagement and recruitment tools, resulting in cost savings of £33k. Barbara also successfully forecasted personnel demands and implemented forward-thinking approaches, leading to a 40% increase in new hire satisfaction and people stability.

Before that, Barbara worked as an HR Consultant at SUNRISE EARLY YEARS AND CHILDCARE LIMITED from 2014 to 2017. Barbara was responsible for providing HR consulting services during this time.

Barbara also held the position of HR Manager at Loon Fung Limited from 2015 to 2017, where they played a crucial role in the strategic changes of the organization. Barbara successfully cultivated a forward-thinking and people-oriented business culture, contributing to a reduction in long-term employee turnover from 71% to 52% within the first year.

From 2012 to 2015, Barbara worked as a Store HR Partner / HR Advisor at B&Q, where they partnered with three Store Managers on various HR aspects and implemented a Performance Needs Analysis system. Barbara also provided ER training to over 100 managers, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.

Barbara's early career experience includes working as an HR & Training Manager at Danubius Hotel Regents Park from 2003 to 2012.

Overall, Barbara Obeng has a wealth of experience in HR management, with a track record of developing and implementing effective HR strategies, fostering employee engagement, and driving organizational growth and stability.

Barbara Obeng obtained their MCIPD degree in Human Resources from CIPD PAC between 2010 and 2012. In addition to their degree, they have obtained several certifications throughout their career. These certifications include a Counselling Diploma QSL Level 7 from Brentwood Open Learning College (obtained in August 2020), a DISC Behavioural Styles certification from Skill Success (obtained in July 2020), a Professional Life Coaching Certificate from Transformation Academy (obtained in May 2019), a Digital Marketing Diploma from CPD (obtained in January 2018), and a Psychology Diploma (obtained in January 2018).

Furthermore, Barbara has obtained certifications as a Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst (DISC certification), a Certified Professional Emotional Intelligence Analyst (CPEQA certification), and a Certified Professional Motivators Analyst, all from TTI Success Insights (obtained in May 2021). It is worth noting that Barbara also holds the MCIPD designation from CIPD.