Julia Friend

Julia Friend is an accomplished HR professional with extensive experience spanning over two decades in various leadership roles across multiple industries. Currently serving as the HR Director for Global Talent and Group Functions at Rentokil Initial since July 2022, Julia previously held the position of Chief People Officer at BT Pension Scheme Management, where significant HR transformations were implemented in alignment with the company's strategic agenda. Julia's career includes substantial contributions at AIG as HR Director for Europe and other senior positions at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, where key achievements involved overseeing learning and development for large regional teams. Julia began a professional journey in human resources at Tesco Stores, fostering a strong foundation in personnel management and customer service. A graduate from Brunel University of London, Julia holds a BA (Hons) in Literature and the History of Art.