Jemma Souness

Experience

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  Otago Polytechnic + Allott Reeves and Co

  Jan 2001 - Oct 2005

  Early Career Experiences

  Early Career Experiences within an HR Team for Otago Polytechnic and Employment Scholarship at Christchurch based Accounting firm.

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  Methanex Corporation

  Nov 2005 - Apr 2022

  Thought leadership, strategic support and expertise in learning and talent development, ensuring global framework, programs and approach fully support strategic objectives.Lead the development and execution of a global integrated learning and talent development strategy aligning with the Global People & Culture Strategy, in the areas of learning, talent review, succession planning, performance management, selection and development assessments and leadership development across Methanex.As a member of the Global Human Resources team, contributes to the development of, and execution of the Global Human Resources Strategic Plan. Show less Provides advice and counsel, on a global basis in the areas of:• Human capital requirements and considerations• Resourcing, talent acquisition and workforce planning strategies and implementation• Talent and performance management process and requirements• Leadership development and succession planning deployment• Compensation and related mattersA member of Methanex Corporation’s Global Human Resources team to develop and execute on the Human Resources Strategy and plan.Works as a business partner with the SVP, Marketing & Logistics to provide Human Resources oversight, direction and support to the Global Marketing & Logistics function in the area of HR strategy, people practices and organizational effectiveness. Show less Assignment from the New Zealand based facilities to Methanex Head Office in Vancouver.Manage the Human Resources services provided to the Corporate Head office.Partner with customers to support achievement of business goals/strategy and development of a highly performing organization. Support change, development and restructuring activities through specialist Human Resources services including organizational analysis and development, recruitment, on-boarding, employee development, and performance consulting. Show less Provide professional Human Resources services and advice to the New Zealand organization.Develop and implement human resource management practices, policies and procedures in the areas of remuneration, benefits, performance management and development, recruitment and retention. Specifically, responsible for: Job evaluations, recruitment and selection including psychometric testing, employee orientation, remuneration support, management of employee benefits, exit interviews and trending and all other general Human Resources related services. Show less

  • Director, Global Learning and Talent Development

    Nov 2020 - Apr 2022

  • Director, Global Human Resources - Manufacturing & Projects

    Jan 2018 - Jul 2021

  • Manager, Global Human Resources & Marketing & Logistics

    Jan 2015 - Dec 2017

  • Manager, Human Resources

    Apr 2013 - Jan 2015

  • Manager, Human Resources

    Jan 2008 - Apr 2013

  • Human Resources Advisor

    Jan 2007 - Jan 2008

  • Human Resources Coordinator

    Nov 2005 - Jan 2007
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  Human Resources Institute of New Zealand (HRINZ)

  Jan 2010 - Jun 2011

  Branch President - Taranaki
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  Various

  May 2022 - now

  Freelance People + Culture Consultant | Fractional / Interim CPO, CHRO, GM – HR

  My work involves engaging in dynamic partnerships with team members, leaders and organizations. Available for Fractional / Interim Chief People Officer, Chief HR Officer, GM – HR engagements:- Senior level partnership developing P&C Strategy, organization design, workforce planning, succession management - Part time P&C / HR Advisory to Board or Executive - Coaching and Mentoring to your P&C / HR leader(s) or team- Acting Chief People Officer Chief HR Officer, GM – HR during a leave or transition periodRecent/Current Freelance Projects: - GM Leadership team effectiveness facilitation and roadmap development - Mentoring Global People + Culture team members on strategy development and personal / team effectiveness- Design of Global Leadership Development programs including roadmap and strategy for women’s leadership development - Diversity + Inclusion Strategy and Roadmap Development- Review of Global Integrated Talent Management strategy and advisory on opportunities to enhance/streamline (linkages from performance, succession, development and talent management and interface between leaders and global business partners)- Facilitation of front-line leadership programs with peer learning circles to support learning in the flow of work- Individual coaching and mentoring Show less

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  Excellent

  Feb 2023 - now

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