Kate Merchant

Kate Merchant, MCIPD, is an experienced human resources professional with a diverse background in organizational development and management. Currently serving as the People and Organisational Development Manager at SWFT Clinical Services Ltd since June 2025, Kate previously held significant roles at West Mercia Police, including People & OD Business Partner for Strategic People Projects and People and Organisational Development Business Partner. Other notable positions include Human Resources Manager at Woodland House Group Private Day Nurseries and British Transport Police, where responsibilities ranged from leading HR teams to managing complex HR projects and supporting organizational change initiatives. Kate's educational qualifications comprise a Master's degree in Human Resource Management, a CIPD Post Graduate Diploma, and a Level 5 qualification in Coaching and Mentoring from the Chartered Management Institute.