Jen Southern

Jen Southern has a diverse work experience in the field of human resources and people management. Jen is currently working at Hive HR, where they hold the position of Head of People Science since August 2020. Prior to this role, they served as the Lead People Scientist at Hive HR from August 2018 to August 2020.

Before joining Hive HR, Jen worked at Brownsword Hotels from February 2016 to May 2018, where they held the role of Group Training Manager/L&D strategy project manager. Jen also served as a People Manager at Byron from April 2015 to January 2016.

Jen's earlier work experience includes working as a Human Resources Manager (Pre Opening) at Meliá Hotels International in February 2015, and as a Regional People Development Manager at De Vere Group from March 2014 to February 2015.

Prior to these roles, they worked as a Human Resources Manager at Macdonald Hotels & Resorts from August 2010 to March 2014. Jen also served in various roles at Phillips & Cohen Associates as an HR Manager (Mat leave cover)/PA to Director/Administrator from December 2008 to September 2010.

Jen's career originally started at Marriott International in October 2001, where they began as a Food and Beverage Associate/Supervisor and worked until December 2008.

Overall, Jen's work experience demonstrates their expertise in people management, training, and human resources across various industries.

Jen Southern obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Psychology from Manchester Metropolitan University, where they studied from 2005 to 2008. Additionally, they pursued a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in HR Management at the same university from 2009 to 2011.