Victoria Beckhurst

Director, People Experience at Later

Victoria Beckhurst has a diverse range of work experience spanning various industries and roles. Victoria most recently worked at Later, starting in 2020, where they held positions such as Director of People Experience and Director of People & Places. Prior to that, they worked at TPD as a Human Resources Advisor, specializing in HR consulting projects and providing ongoing HR consulting for small and medium-sized businesses.

Before TPD, Beckhurst was an HR Consultant at GrowTechHR from 2018 to 2019. Victoria also gained experience as an HR Generalist at XenCALL, where they managed recruitment, provided HR advice, and served as an Acting Human Resource Business Partner.

In addition to their HR roles, Beckhurst has experience in program management, having served as the Program Manager at the Mom2Mom Child Poverty Initiative Society from 2016 to 2018. Victoria was responsible for facilitating partnerships, community impact initiatives, and program design to reduce poverty in Vancouver's inner cities.

Beckhurst's early career includes roles as a People Operations Manager at PhysioWorks Health Management, where they managed various operational functions, facilitated performance reviews, and implemented goals and targets. Victoria also volunteered as a Human Resource Lead at Dress for Success Vancouver, empowering disadvantaged women to re-enter the workforce.

Prior to their HR career, Beckhurst worked as a GP Program & Recruitment Lead at Health Education England, managing the recruitment process and GP trainees. Victoria also served as the Yealm Yacht Club Manager from 2006 to 2010.

Overall, Beckhurst's work experience demonstrates a strong background in human resources, program management, and operational management across a diverse range of organizations and industries.

Victoria Beckhurst's education history is as follows:

Victoria Beckhurst attended Simon Fraser University from 2016 onwards, studying Human Resources Management. Victoria acquired knowledge in this field during their time at the university.

Prior to their enrollment at Simon Fraser University, Victoria attended the University of Exeter from 2007 to 2010. Victoria obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Health, Exercise, and Physical Activity during their time there.

In 2017, Victoria pursued further education at the UBC Sauder School of Business. Victoria participated in an Executive Education program focused on Leveraging Your Leadership Strengths.

During 2018, Victoria completed a certification program at Landmark. This program, titled Self-Expression & Leadership, concentrated on coaching.

Additionally, Victoria obtained their Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) certification from CPHR BC & Yukon in June 2019. Victoria also completed a certification course called Redefining HR - Bravo Cohort at Amplify Accelerator in August 2021. Furthermore, they took a course titled Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators at the University of Pennsylvania in August 2018, adding to their certifications and expertise in the field of human resources.

These educational experiences and certifications reflect Victoria Beckhurst's commitment to continuous learning and professional development in various aspects of human resources management, coaching, leadership, and social impact strategy.

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  • Director, People Experience

    June, 2022 - present

  • Director, People & Places

    May, 2021

  • Acting Director, People & Places

    June, 2020

  • HR Manager

    March, 2020

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