Member Groups

HR Leaders

Overview

The HR Leaders group identifies and responds to factors that impact talent development across the HealthTech sector. It provides an opportunity for members to work together on industry-specific skills initiatives, share best practice, keep updated on employment legislation, and broaden the network of partners and stakeholders with whom to collaborate on mutual priorities. The group is also exploring how it can advance equality, diversity and inclusion in HealthTech.

Leadership                     
  • Chair - Jonathan Coles, Philips 
  • Vice Chair - Thane Rolls-Drew, Intuitive 
Achievements
  • Provided guidance and support on HR and workforce related issues to manage the organisational impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. 
  • Assisted organisations to get ready for new immigration system.
  • Provided training and education on implementation of IR35.
  • Preparation for changes in key employee rights legislation.
  • Preparation for the impact of manifesto promises from the 2024 general election. 
  • Investigated and shared user experience on AI in HR and use in recruitment.
  • Supported cultural awareness best practice training session for members. 
Priorities
  • Continue to provide industry leadership on all relevant pandemic related workforce and organisational issues.
  • Develop best practice to assist businesses adapt to post-COVID-19 organisational implications, including: future workplace, flexible working, benefits, use of technology, skills in a digital world and culture.
  • Share and amplify industry best practice to progress diversity and inclusion in the workforce.
  • Continued review of the use of apprenticeships in the industry and relevant standards available.
Useful resources

Click here to view the latest updates, minutes and future meeting dates for the group.

To join the ABHI HR Leaders group, contact jane.lewis@abhi.org.uk