Simon Ohear

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About Simon Ohear

Dynamic HR Leader | Transforming Organisations Through People and Culture With over 25 years of experience across education, public, private, and charitable sectors, I am a results-driven HR Director and Senior Consultant specialising in strategic HR, organisational development, and employee engagement. My expertise spans Employment Law, Performance Management, Leadership Development, and Change Management, with a proven track record of delivering measurable results in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Key Achievements- Designed and implemented HR strategies that reduced turnover, improved employee satisfaction, and avoided tribunal claims- Led transformational change projects, including pay structure reforms, hybrid working models, and HR system integrations- Delivered award-winning HR consultancy services, recognised for innovation and impact (Winner,*Best HR Strategy*, Personnel Today Awards 2007)- Certified in Psychometric Testing (Levels A&B) and Employment Law (Specialist Paralegal Qualification, University of Strathclyde). Sector Experience- Education: HR Director at Capel Manor College and BMAT, driving HR excellence across schools and colleges- Public Sector: Head of HR and OD at East Herts Council, leading HR, payroll, and health & safety during the pandemic- Private Sector: Senior HR Consultant at Zapp, supporting rapid growth through talent acquisition and leadership development- Charitable Sector: HR Manager at Broadway, co-founding the award-winning HR consultancy *Real People*. Professional Credentials- Chartered Member of the CIPD (MCIPD)- Mini MBA in business - Licensed FA Football Coach, volunteering to develop young talent at grassroots level. I am passionate about creating inclusive, high-performing workplaces where people thrive. Let’s connect to discuss how I can support your organisation’s HR and OD goals.