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Nic Elliott, HR Director & Head of employment at Actons, and one of HR Magazine’s most influential practitioners talks to HR Directors and People Directors about their journey into HR, gets their insights into current trends in the world of work and takes their advice on the future of HR and how HR professionals can deliver value and progress their careers. Actons is the independent Nottingham law firm. We’re well-known for our open and friendly culture, underpinned by top-quality legal advice. Whilst our origins date back some 200 years, we’re a modern, progressive, ambitious law firm. We're proud to work with SMEs, owner managed business, individuals and large corporates, providing practical and commercial legal advice. LI: The HRD Talks | Podcast
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Signup to Generate a PitchNic Elliott, HR Director & Head of employment at Actons, and one of HR Magazine’s most influential practitioners talks to HR Directors and People Directors about their journey into HR, gets their insights into current trends in the world of work and takes their advice on the future of HR and how HR professionals can deliver value and progress their...
the HRD talks is hosted by Actons Solicitors. The show has published 20 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Linda Sleath, Group HR Director at Tayto Group" (3 July 2026, 42 minutes), "Linda Sleath, Group HR Director at Tayto Group" (3 July 2026, 42 minutes), and "Kim Knight, Deputy Chief People Officer" (27 January 2026, 26 minutes).
the HRD talks publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 20 episodes.
Booking probability for the HRD talks is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. the HRD talks requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. the HRD talks's contact route on record: verified email.
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Actons Solicitors hosts the HRD talks, a business podcast with 20 episodes published.
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Episode #1
<p>In this episode of the HRD Talks podcast, host Nic Elliott speaks with Linda Sleath, Group HR Director at Tayto Group, the UK's largest family-owned snack manufacturer, and home of iconic brands including Tayto...
Episode #1
In this episode of the HRD Talks podcast, host Nic Elliott speaks with Linda Sleath , Group HR Director at Tayto Group , the UK's largest family-owned snack manufacturer, and home of iconic brands including Tayto...
Episode #10
<p>In this episode of the HRD Talks podcast, host Nic Elliott speaks with Kim Knight, Deputy Chief People Officer at Coventry University, about her diverse HR career, including retail, FMCG, international organisations...
Episode #9
<p>In this episode of the HRD Talks podcast, host Nic Elliott interviews Sharon Frost, Global People Director, whose career spans retail, entertainment, education, marketing, and health sciences.</p><p>Sharon shares her...
Episode #8
<p>In this episode of the HRD Talks podcast, host <b>Nic Elliott</b> interviews Ceri Gott, Culture & Leadership Coach, formerly Chief Growth & Culture Officer at Hawksmoor International.</p><p>What happens when you...
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<p>In this special episode of the HRD Talks podcast, host <b>Nic Elliott</b> interviews <b>Dr Jo Burrell</b>, clinical psychologist and founder of <b>Ultimate Resilience</b><b>.</b> She's also HR Magazine's number 11...
Episode #6
<p>In this episode of the HRD Talks podcast, host <b>Nic Elliott</b> interviews <b>Jan Lynegar</b>, Director of Talent Acquisition and Organisational Development at Marston's PLC. </p><p>Jan shares her unique career...
Episode #5
<p>In this episode (recorded at Foyles in London in December 2024, thanks to them!), Claire Cathcart, HR Director at ELEVATE, talks to Nic about her career journey. She initially studied media, then moved into HR, and...
Episode #4
<p>In this episode Nimira Kassam, People Services Director at PPL PRS Ltd talks to Nic, recorded at the PPL PRS offices in Leicester.</p><p>Nimira shares her career journey, having initially studied accounting and...
Episode #3
<p>In this episode Dawn Browne, People and Talent Director at Fuller’s talks to Nic as the podcast goes on tour, recording from the Hercules pub in central London!<br/><br/>Dawn shares her career journey, having never...
Episode #2
<p>In this episode Neil Morrison Group HR Director at Severn Trent shares his career journey, from the NHS to Argos, through to Penguin Random House Publishing and then Severn Trent. </p><p>Neil shares his thoughts on...
Episode #1
<p>In this episode Vicky Walker, Group Director of People at Westfield Health shares her career journey, including 20+ years at Tesco and working her way up to her current role at Westfield.</p><p>Vicky shares her...
Episode #9
<p>In this episode Karen Jewell, Director, HR and Organisational Development at Equip UK Technologies Ltd shares her career journey from HR roles in the energy sector, to HR Director at Derby City Council, to leading...
Episode #8
<p>In this episode, Pat Woodfield, Executive Group Director, Business Strategy, People & Culture at YMCA Robin Hood Group shares her career journey from executive personal assistant, to HR Manager, to COO and CEO roles...
Episode #7
<p>In this episode, recorded back in March 2023 on International Women’s Day, Charlotte Coore, Head of People & Culture at 200 Degrees Coffee and Zoë Ogden, People Director at Impression share their career journey in HR...
Episode #6
<p>In this episode Adam Dilks, Group People Director at Nightcap Plc shares his career journey in HR from a training scheme at Tesco, to his current role helping Nightcap achieve its goal of becoming the leading late...
Episode #5
<p>In this episode Ben Horner HR Director, Boots UK & ROI and No7 shares his experience from nearly 20 years at the company. <br/><br/>Nic talks to Ben about his transition from the Boots legal team to the role of HR...
Episode #4
<p>In this episode Maria Hawley, Director of People at Fisher German LLP, shares her journey from selling underwear on a market stall, to a career in nursing, through to building a successful career in human resources...
Episode #3
<p>In this episode Andy talks to Nic about his journey from selling TVs in Currys into the People Director roles at some of the UK’s most recognisable brands.<br/><br/>Andy shares his views on how the world of work has...
Episode #2
<p>In this episode Jane shares insights with Nic from her wide experience, having worked at Babcock, in professional services, Awbery Management and Bistrot Pierre. Jane contrasts her experience of working “in-house” as...
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