Michelle Atkinson

Michelle Atkinson has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning over three decades. Michelle currently holds the position of Human Resources Director - International at Suttons Group since December 2021. Prior to this role, they served as Head of HR - International at Suttons Group from April 2019 to December 2021.

Michelle'sprevious employment includes working as an HR Business Partner at Kerry Foods from January 2018 to January 2019, where they played a crucial role in supporting the achievement of business goals through effective people management. Michelle also held the role of Site HR Manager at Kerry Foods from August 2016 to January 2018, where they provided guidance and support to managers, developed HR strategies aligned with the company's objectives, and ensured smooth HR operations.

Before joining Kerry Foods, Michelle worked as the Head of HR Gas BL at Landis+Gyr from 2013 to June 2016. Michelle also served as HR Director EMEA at Tyco Fire Protection Products from January 2012 to January 2013, HR Director EMEA Manufacturing from January 2011 to February 2012, and HR Manager EMEA Manufacturing from February 2008 to January 2011.

Michelle's earlier roles in their career include working as an HR Manager at Tyco Fire & Building Products from October 2005 to February 2008, as a Service Support Manager at Blue Arrow from September 2000 to June 2005, and as an HR Officer at HMSO from February 1995 to September 2000.

Michelle began their professional journey as an Administration Assistant at Dransfields Engineering Services Ltd from June 1988 to January 1990.

Michelle Atkinson's work experience showcases their expertise in human resources, particularly in international settings, strategic HR planning, and supporting organizational goals through effective people management.

Michelle Atkinson attended Salford University from 1997 to 1998, where they studied Core Management (CIPD). Prior to that, from 1996 to 1997, they attended Hopwood Hall College and pursued CPP. In their earlier years, from 1982 to 1988, Michelle attended The Radclyffe School, although their field of study is not specified. Additionally, Michelle obtained a certification as a Thomas International Personal Profile Analysis (PPA) Practitioner from Thomas International in October 2020.