James West

James West is a seasoned human resources professional currently serving as the Senior Human Resources Business Partner for UK Paper & Recycling at DS Smith since January 2023, where responsibilities include partnering with business leadership and managing operational HR for various divisions. Prior to this role, James held several positions, including HR Business Partner at Viridor and Tarmac, where involvement ranged from managing HR for a £250m turnover cement division to leading employee relations policy initiatives. Previous experience includes HR roles at Tata Steel, Crownford, and Save Britain Money. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in International Relations and National Security Studies, a Certificate in Human Resources Management, and a Level 5 Management Coaching degree from the Chartered Management Institute, among others.