Successful people solutions to support your business growth

Academy have experienced a significant increase in demand for experienced Interim Managers during 2008.Interims used to be thought of as a last resort - someone to fill a vacancy at short notice. Such roles are now in the minority," says Academy director Paul Clark. "Today, assignments are much more likely to be within change programmes and project management.Many organisations are going through rapid periods of change, whether downsizing or growth. There's a big need for senior level HR people to help manage that process." He also notes an increase in demand for functional specialists. "As HR is more project driven it makes good sense to engage an expert for a specific need for a defined period."

Academy are always interested in talking and meeting with experienced interims and those considering the interim option

Constellation Europe and Mathew Clark PLC have engaged Academy HR's help during a period of major orgnisational change. Constellation is the world's leading wine producer and in the UK its famous names include Hardys and Stowells. Mathew Clark, part owned by Constellation is the UKs largest independent drinks wholesaler. Academy will work with both businesses providing personal development, culture change, training and OD interventions across a range of functions. Viv Bolton, head of consultancy services at Academy commented "We're delighted that Constellation and Mathew Clark have chosen to work with us at a key time in the development of their businesses and we look forward to helping them achieve their objectives"

Academy have launched a business referral scheme for their asssociate base called Independent Introducers,which aims to expand the existing Academy network of contacts, making them more accessible.

"Our associates have told us that they are looking for a wider range of freelance opportunities and the opportunity to network further and we believe that the scheme offers these benefits" commented Director, Paul Clark.

Academy will be inviting their existing associates to join the scheme which will focus on the growing market for freelance staff within HR."We're looking to expand the eco system, and allow everyone who touches the process to benefit" continued Paul.

He'd be pleased to answer any questions and is available on 0117 914 7707 or at paul.clark@academyhr.co.uk

Many of our clints have asked if we are able to provide Training to support our Assessment expertise.

Knowing how to recognise and build the best from the rest is a key skill in the selection, training and development and coaching of staff. Becoming a competent user of psychological instruments in an occupational setting will provide you with an additional dimension to your understanding of people and their potential in your business, as well as giving you a transferable recognised qualification with the BPS.Our training programmes demonstrate a commitment to the ethical use and application of assessment tools and techniques.

Autumn 2007 programme (Delivered from Bristol)

BPS Level A 20th -23rd Nov - £ 995.00
BPS Level B 11th- 14th Dec - £1195.00

Book both together and receive a 10% discount.

Academy are delighted to announce the appointment of Viv Bolton as Consultancy Services Manager. Viv has worked as An Academy associate for a number of years and is already well known to some Academy clients. She has previously worked in full time HRM/HRD roles for Dun and Bradstreet and Npower. Viv also has considerable coaching and mentoring expertise having worked in specialist career counselling roles. Viv commented, "I'm pleased to be joining Academy and look forward to helping the business to develop". There are a number of initiatives planned which Viv will spearhead. More information will follow soon but in the meantime Viv can be contacted directly at viv.bolton@academyhr.co.uk.