Join our Human Resources facilitator, Helen Stocker, alongside Hertfordshire Graduate MBA, other students, alumni, businesses and distinguished guests, in this quick-fire two-hour digital session as we explore cutting-edge trends and insights that are shaping the future in this important field.

Speaker Name:  Helen Stocker

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Helen Stocker is a senior HR professional with extensive experience in delivering strategic and operational HR solutions across a variety of sectors, including retail, customer services, financial services, and more. Helen has a proven track record of supporting businesses through significant changes, fostering strong stakeholder relationships, and implementing innovative HR strategies that drive organisational success. As the Director of HR Delivered Ltd, she specialises in providing SMEs with pragmatic, creative HR advice that helps them overcome challenges and build for the future. Helen’s expertise extends to leading HR functions in both corporate and SME settings, where she has consistently delivered results that align people strategies with business goals.  Helen is a lecturer at Hertfordshire Business School and teaches three modules on the Help to Grow: Management course for small businesses.   

Synopsis: 

In this session, Helen Stocker will guide participants through the key aspects of building a successful career in Human Resources. Drawing on her extensive experience across multiple industries, Helen will facilitate an exploration as to what it takes to succeed in HR, from essential skills and competencies to navigating the complexities of strategic and operational roles. Participants will learn about the diverse career paths within HR, including talent management, employee engagement, and HR business partnering. Helen will also discuss the challenges HR professionals face in today’s rapidly changing work environment and share strategies for personal resilience and professional growth. The session will offer practical advice on how to develop a career plan that aligns with individual strengths and interests, while also meeting the demands of a dynamic industry. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the role of HR in shaping business success and leave with actionable steps to advance their careers in this vital field.