Howard Rudder

A commercially astute, politically and technologically ‘savvy’ HR generalist with 15+ years Operations, HR, Change & Talent Management experience in global roles, I have worked for US multinationals, FTSE 100, high growth SMEs and private equity in marketing professional services, support services, FMCG, dotcoms, hospitality, digital advertising & retail, including acquisitions, turnarounds & start ups.

A natural business partner with a global perspective and broad depth of knowledge, I am able to quickly build credibility at Main Board level, comfortable to challenge the status quo and highly experienced in coaching business leaders (to CEO level). I am able to find pragmatic solutions to complex issues and commercially-viable strategies to achieve business goals with value add HR services aligned to the bottom line and talent management strategies that facilitate high performance cultures, leadership succession and innovative solutions to attract, retain and reward high potential talent / high performers.

I have led major change projects, business transfers, HR transformation, bids, restructures and mergers as well as setting up business functions and HR shared services teams. A strategic yet ‘hands on’ professional with a ‘can do’ attitude, I am a robust leader with excellent interpersonal and multicultural skills - having lived and worked overseas - with an understanding of globalization, local cultural differences, global remuneration, shifting demographics and managing global workforces.