Helen Howard (MCIPD)

Helen Howard (MCIPD) has extensive experience in human resources and people operations, currently serving as the Head of People Operations and Head of Organisational Development at Smart DCC since August 2017. Prior to this role, Helen worked at Walgreens Boots Alliance, where positions included Regional HR Partner, Regional HR Business Partner, and Regional HR Manager from April 2006 to the present. Key responsibilities included partnering with leadership teams, managing HR functions for large groups of colleagues, and coordinating resourcing and learning plans across multiple regions. Helen's expertise encompasses strategic HR partnership, people development, and organisational transformation.