Stuart Thorburn BSc (hons), A.CIPD, MCMI

Head Of People at Learnerbly

Stuart Thorburn has a diverse work experience spanning over a decade. Stuart Thorburn BSc began their career in 2006 as a HR Learning and Development Officer at Cambridgeshire Constabulary, where they supported three forces during a time of change and redesign. Stuart Thorburn BSc also played a role in recruitment, analytics, and e-learning course creation.

After their tenure at Cambridgeshire Constabulary, Stuart worked as a Human Resources Assistant at CHS Group, where they managed recruitment processes and handled various HR-related matters. Stuart Thorburn BSc then joined Data Interchange as a Human Resources Generalist, where they provided HR administration for UK and international staff and advised managers on matters of sickness and performance management.

Stuart's next role was as a Human Resources Recruiter at IT Governance Ltd, where they focused on recruitment activities. Stuart Thorburn BSc then returned to Data Interchange, this time as a Human Resources Manager, responsible for recruitment planning, delivery, and policy development.

In 2019, Stuart joined the University of Cambridge as a Human Resources Advisor on a fixed-term basis, before moving on to become a Human Resources Business Partner at Jagex, a leading video games studio. In this role, they provided a wide range of HR initiatives and projects, including ER casework, HR advice to senior managers, and support for junior colleagues.

Stuart's most recent positions include Human Resources Manager (Fixed Term) at BigChange, where they played a strategic role in HR planning, recruitment, and organizational change, and Lead Human Resources Business Partner (Fixed Term) at Origami, where they worked closely with leaders to develop and implement HR strategies.

Currently, Stuart is working at Learnerbly as the People Experience Lead.

Stuart Thorburn BSc (hons), A.CIPD, MCMI has a diverse and extensive education background in various fields related to human resource management, organizational leadership, and psychology. Stuart Thorburn BSc'seducation history is as follows:

- From 2021 to 2022, Stuart attended Waddington Brown and participated in the HR Directors academy, further enhancing their knowledge and skills in HR management.

- From 2018 to 2022, Stuart pursued their Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management at CIPD Qualifications, focusing on Human Resources Management and Services. This qualification expanded their expertise in HR practices and strategies.

- Between 2014 and 2016, Stuart completed a Level 5 Certificate in Human Resource Management at CIPD Qualifications. This program deepened their understanding of HR management principles and techniques.

- In 2011, Stuart engaged in a Management and Leadership development program at the Chartered Management Institute, earning a Level 5 qualification. This program enhanced their knowledge and skills in organizational leadership.

- Stuart obtained a Diploma in Human Resource Management from Asean Online Education AOE in 2015. This diploma allowed him to gain specific insights into HR management practices.

- In the same year, Stuart also completed a program in Recruitment and Selection at Baikie-Wood Consultancy, broadening their expertise in this particular HR field.

- Stuart pursued further professional development in learning and development by completing a Level 3 award in Education and training (formally PTTLS) at City and guild in 2015.

- Stuart Thorburn BSc'seducational journey began at Anglia Ruskin University, where they earned a Bachelor's Degree with Honors in Psychology (BSc Hons) from 1998 to 2001. This degree provided him with a strong foundation in psychological principles.

- Stuart obtained additional certifications in Human Resource Management from CIPD in May 2015 and Leadership Development Program from the Chartered Management Institute in 2011.

- Stuart Thorburn BSc also gained knowledge in project management methodologies such as Prince2 from APMG in 2014 and Agile Project Management from IT Masters in the same year.

- Although the exact timeframe is not provided, Stuart has a connection with the College of Policing for unknown qualifications or studies.

Stuart Thorburn BSc (hons), A.CIPD, MCMI has shown a commitment to continual learning and professional development in various aspects of HR management, organizational leadership, and project management throughout their education history.

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Timeline

  • Head Of People

    November 1, 2023 - present

  • People Experience Lead

    January, 2023

  • Senior People Partner

    August, 2022