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1 Maarrgeerryy MccBaai iin 14 India Street, Edinburgh EH3 6EZ Telephone; Mobile; Margery is a highly motivated HR Professional who seeks to deliver tangible and robust results with integrity. She has worked at a strategic and transactional level across a spectrum of operational areas in different types of organisations. She interacts effectively with individuals and groups, having had wide experience of group facilitation, coaching and training. Career History summary of roles 1. Currently: Gravitate-atwork Ltd. Managing Director HR Management Consultancy 2. Jenners, Edinburgh, Head of Human Resources. June 2003 June Dixons Stores Group, HR Manager, Currys, Scotland, July 2001 June Penumbra, Norton Park, Edinburgh Personnel Manager (part time), December 2000 July University of Edinburgh, Department of Business Studies Business Studies Tutor, academic years 1996/97 and 1997/98 Business Strategy tutor, academic years 1998/99 and 1999/00 Research Associate, Professor of Retail Marketing, May June Eglinton Management Centre, 28 Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh Senior HR Consultant, January June Dixons Stores Group, Uxbridge Road, London W5 2SU Regional Personnel Manager, February - October The John Lewis Partnership September July 1991 Graduate Trainee; Department Manager; Assistant Staff Manager, Recruitment Manager. Education and Qualifications: Accredited Mediator Core Solutions 2010 Member (Fellow) of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development November 2004 Masters of Business Administration & Diploma in Marketing (CIM) Edinburgh University Management School BSc (Hons) Food Science, 2.1 University of Strathclyde, Glasgow Current Role Managing Director of Gravitate HR which is an Outsourced HR provider to range of organisation in the private and public sector. Services include managed HR services and bespoke HR projects which have included TUPE transfers; development of performance management process; staff engagement processes all of which have included significant consultation and communication exercises seeking and clarifying staff engagement and opinions. Margery manages the business processes, leads in business development and the account management teams who take responsibility for the implementation of projects and managed services.

2 Personal Profile: Heather McCaig BA (Hons) Msc HRM, Graduate CIPD A recent MSC HMR Graduate with an excellent work history, both during and post undergraduate qualifications. Career History October 2007 Present Senior HR Account Manager Gravitate HR Outsourced HR provider & consultancy I am currently a Senior HR Account Manager for a HR consultancy and HR support provider. In my current role I manage the HR Account Management team who provide day to day HR support and consultancy for SMEs and other organisations. My remit in terms of HR includes; drafting preparing and implementing contracts of employment and HR policies, re-structure and redundancies, hearing disciplinary and grievance including advising on the strategy and process to the client, recruitment including large scale recruitment campaigns and interviews, presentations to Board of Directors. Ultimately, in my role I am accountable for the client s HR, ensuring that all HR is compliant and bespoke to their needs. This involves being abreast and ahead of employment law and also getting to know and understand the client s needs and the context of which their business operates. Education: Edinburgh Napier University Msc in Human Resource Management Graduate member of CIPD Msc Dissertation: Examining the issues of duty of care in SMEs Stirling University st Class BA Honours Degree Business Studies and Law Areas studied: Undergraduate Dissertation: An in-depth study into grievance and dismissal policies in light of the Employment Act 2002.

3 Jennifer Grant Position Statement / Profile A loyal, hard working and committed individual who has built on academic interest and achievement to develop and carve a career in Human Resource Management. Work Experience HR Account Manager at Gravitate HR (14 India Street, Edinburgh) From: June 2010 To: present Full time Responsibility for managing and overseeing a group of client accounts to ensure that their HR project plans and monthly support is met consistently. Developing expertise in different sectors, for example hospitality, religion and cremation. Advising on statutory duties and obligations for example for termination of contract of employment. Advising on and managing disciplinary and or attendance issues through appropriate policies and best practice. Facilitating and holding workshops for employment related issues effectively and in the appropriate forum. HR Assistant at Gravitate HR (14 India Street, Edinburgh) From: June 2008 To: May 2010 Full time Primarily responsible for the administration and employee scheduling. Supporting the HR Consultants in providing business focussed advice to clients, working within appropriate legislative and regulatory guidelines and industry best practice. Providing an efficient, timely and accurate service to clients, using effective communication and building good relationships. Recruitment Administrator at Bank of Scotland Corporate (New Uberior House - Lothian Road) From: June 2007 To: September 2007 Fixed-term contract during summer (35hrs) Customer Service Officer at Cash and Clearing department of HBOS (Tweed House, Edinburgh) From: April 2005 To: June 2011 Part-time evening - 6pm-12am, 3 nights a week Sales Assistant at Thorntons (Edinburgh Airport branch) From: October 2004 To: March 2005 Average 20 hrs a week, weekdays and weekends Customer Advisor at the Bank of Scotland (Linlithgow branch) From: February 2004 To: December 2004 Part-time and full-time during summer months Education Postgraduate Level MSc in Human Resource Management from Napier University, Edinburgh From: September 2010 To: August 2012 (currently studying part time) Modules include learning and development, employment law and people management Holding group and individual presentations to varying audiences CIPD membership (currently student status) Undergraduate Level 2:1 MA in Management with Human Resource Management from Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh From: October 2004 To: June 2008 Modules included economics, Management, finance, commercial law and employee relations. Due to excellent Scottish Higher grades, a scholarship was granted by Heriot Watt University. Remained treasurer of the university fencing club for a year. This involved carrying out financial and banking duties on an everyday basis and additionally created end of year financial statements. Completed dissertation on Online recruitment.

4 Elaine Burns - Gravitate HR, HR Assistant PERSONAL PROFILE A HR Assistant with an MSc in Human Resource Management and CIPD qualification from Napier University, and currently working for Gravitate HR. I have gained generalist experience within the HR industry including, employment law, project management, client management, disciplinary procedures and redundancy. Prior to this, I was employed by Oil States Industries (UK) Ltd and progressed from trainee to Internal Sales Administrator. With excellent communication and I.T. skills I am confident in liaising with colleagues, clients and suppliers to manage and prioritise my various projects. I respond well to new situations and feel comfortable mixing with a wide variety of people. Within Gravitate HR, I have project managed and developed the GRACE Sharepoint product, delivering this to our clients and using this internally. I have a specific interest in PVG disclosures, and studied this as part of my Msc dissertation. Both my experience at university and my previous employment history demonstrate my ability to work independently or as part of a team. I am a hardworking individual with willingness to learn new skills or undertake any training as required. PREVIOUS ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May HR Assistant Carrying out job analysis for drafting and updating job descriptions Posting job adverts, manage job applications and response handling, holding screening interviews, arranging interviews Advising on, preparing accurate and appropriate offer letters and contracts of employment for new starts, holding and preparing inductions Taking notes at formal and informal meetings Advising on statutory duties and obligations for example for termination of contract of employment Facilitating workshops for employment related issues effectively and in the appropriate forum Making effective and appropriate use of internet and online facilities to research HR practices, employment law either for personal development and or HR support Provide an accurate administration facility to support the efficient running of the office, including stationary ordering, filing, record keeping, telephone duties Developing sharepoint management system for internal and external usage. HR Administrator, Dalkeith Training & Recruitment Services Ltd Advertising job vacancies, Arranging meetings, Dealing with applicants for vacancies, Conducting Interviews, Preparing offer Letters Liaising with Suppliers for temporary staff both written and telephone Liaising with clients regarding company handbook and contracts of employment Populating employment contracts, Updating company handbooks as employment law changes Maintained company spreadsheets, including debtors and creditors Disseminate training information to clients Preparing Power Point presentations for Instructors, Created brochure for DTRS, to promote at networking events. Raising invoices, pursuing payments from debtors Attending disciplinary hearings, minute taking. Redundancy selection processes for external client

5 Rebecca Scott Personal Statement An open-minded and enthusiastic HR professional with over 3 years HR experience working with a variety of clients within different sectors, supporting the development of staff and maximizing employee contribution within the workplace. Employment History June 08 Present Gravitate HR HR Account Manager (promoted from HR Assistant Nov 09) Areas of responsibility Account manage a number of key clients providing professional and expert advice on a variety of HR areas including recruitment and selection; absence management; performance management; conflict management; employment documentation Tailor my advice and support to reflect their needs taking into account current legislation, and time and financial constraints Carry out relevant workshops to our client portfolio on the key areas within HR Work with all level of staff up to Board level Work as part of a team sharing knowledge and experience, supervising the day to day work of HR Account Manager and HR Assistant Keep abreast of current changes in legislation and best practice Actively expand the company s client portfolio by appropriate networking and business development Jan 08 March 08 Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, Edinburgh. 4 Week Placement within HR Dept (part of PG Dip) Oct 05 Aug 07 Areas of responsibility D R Newitt & Associates, Edinburgh Recruitment Consultant (Food & Drinks Division) Business Development Canvassing employers by telephone to establish new contacts and their recruitment needs. Negotiating terms of employment/fees with regards to specific qualified vacancies. Resourcing candidates Match candidates and further interview them to ensure they had the right qualification for the role. Candidates were also sourced through headhunting and effective advertising of vacancies. Responsibility and control throughout the interview process after identifying the right candidate(s), I was responsible for ensuring first/second interviews were set up, candidates were well prepared. Education Napier University, Edinburgh, Oct 2007 May 2008 PG Dip HR Management Attained Graduate Membership of CIPD University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, BSc (Hons) Psychology 2;1 IT Skills Computing Microsoft Word Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint /Internet SPSS (Statistical Package)

6 Neiill Ferrguson BA Hons Employment History January Present Full-time position, HR Assistant Gravitate HR I am currently employed by Gravitate HR, a small HR consultancy and outsource provider. In my role as HR Assistant I support HR Account Managers in providing bespoke advise to a variety of clients across a range of industries and sectors. As part of my role, I am given exposure to a range of HR issues such as contracts of employment, policy development and absence management processes. April 2010 December 2011 Full-time position, Human Resources Assistant General Electric (Aviation), Prestwick. I was previously the HR Assistant at GE Caledonian, a busy and fast paced facility employing over 850 people in the overhaul of aircraft engines. This position provided me with essential HR experience in an ever-changing environment. I was initially employed on a 12-month internship. Upon completion I was given a contract extension and new position as a result of my work over the preceding 12-months. Responsible for the recruitment and selection of more than 60 temporary members of staff. Assisting with the running of the 12-month internship programme through recruitment and selection and attending careers fairs to promote the programme to students interested in industrial placements. Ensuring communication flows through all levels of staff through compiling weekly staff brief and keeping notice boards up-to-date. Sept 2008 March 2010 Full-time position, Customer Service Consultant Capita, Glasgow. I was employed as a customer service consultant in a fast-paced contact centre, which services customer s life insurance and investment policies. Education Sept June 2008 The University of Strathclyde, Glasgow BA Arts and Social Sciences Joint Honours: Human Resource Management and Law Grade: (2.1) Skills & Achievements Involved with GE Volunteers, assisting with voluntary projects in the local community such as building gardens at local schools and hospitals.

7 Excellent communication skills and comfortable liaising with management and all levels of personnel within an organisation. Competent user of MS Office Package and experience of using SAP & Citrix systems Sarrah Warrrri inerr MA HRRM,, BBA( (Hoonnss) ),, MCCI IPPD PROFILE A pro active, pragmatic HR professional with over 14 years wide-ranging experience of HR and business issues, both nationally and internationally, in a range of sectors. A highly effective communicator who having worked at strategic and functional levels is committed to helping organisations achieve their business objectives, Sarah is very commercially aware and customer-focused. CAREER HISTORY & EXPERIENCE HR Account Manager/ Consultant - Gravitate HR, Edinburgh, Scotland Jan 2011 to date Learning Skills Advisor - British Army; Adult Education Centre, Germany Jul 2006 Aug 2009 HR & IiP Advisor - HR (LEC) Support Services, Gütersloh Garrison, Germany Sep 2002 Jul 2006 Studying for MA via distance learning, Canada Aug 2001 Jul 2002 Independent HR Consultant - Grasslands Group Inc, Saskatchewan, Canada Feb 2001 Aug 2001 Human Resources Manager - Emerson Process Management Ltd, Leicester, UK Aug 1996-Dec 2000 HR Administrator/ Officer, Balfour Beatty Rail Ltd Nottingham, UK Sep 1994 Aug 1996 Assistant HR Officer (Internship) - GEC Plessey Telecommunications Ltd, Coventry, UK Aug 1992 Aug 1993 QUALIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MA Human Resources Management - De Montfort University Chartered Member - Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development 1994 Degree - BA (Hons) Business Studies (II:ii) Birmingham City University British Psychological Society Level A - Occupational Testing 1997 Open University Level 3 Certificate in Book Keeping & Accounting 2010 City & Guilds Level 1 Adult Learner Supporter Certificate 2008 I have attended numerous seminars including Recruitment & Employment Law updates, absence management, TUPE, Merger and acquisition restructuring, flexible working, negotiation skills, needs-based selling, finance for nonfinancial managers, handling disciplinaries and grievances, Equal opportunities, business strategy and interview techniques. Highly IT literate and proficient in the use of MS Office professional and bespoke and off-the-shelf HR MIS CURRENT ROLE Responsible as an HR Account Manager for Gravitate HR for the provision of an efficient, accurate and effective HR service on both a project and day-to-date operational basis to a portfolio of clients in the private and public sector. The role requires consistently working within the framework of Best Practice, Support & Consultancy Services and includes provision of advice and support on performance management, employee engagement

8 and retention, learning and development and restructuring, with a strong emphasis on building solid and long term client-relationships.