Imelda Walsh, HR director at Sainsbury's, is to leave the company in July after nearly a decade with the supermarket group.

Personnel manager, human resources director and chief people officer - over the years the changing title of those responsible for people policy in organisations has reflected the increasingly...

Following the announcement Sir Terry Leahy is to retire from his role as CEO of Tesco, the company has announced a clear succession plan.

The first 100 days is a period of time that has assumed almost mythical significance in politics and business - a time when newly appointed executives come under close scrutiny.

Work and pensions secretary Iain Duncan Smith will today unveil his plans for welfare reform, including removing barriers to the jobless returning to work.

The long-term effects of recession and the financial crisis on remuneration and talent were the main concerns at a recent conference.

Nelson brings more than 28 years' experience in all aspects of human resources, including staffing, training, global cultural development and leadership best practice. She will report directly to...

There is no doubt financial services has got work to do to win back trust and attract young people.

When David Smith joined LV= as HR director, he knew it would be a challenge. There was no HR to speak of and the mutual assurance company was struggling to fill vacancies. Now with an impressive...

Collis joined Bupa's senior leadership team on 1 June and reports to chief executive Ray King. She replaces Bob Watson, who is retiring from Bupa after 15 years as group HR director. Collis leads the...

Clothes clearly aren't important to Tim Martin, founder of pub chain Wetherspoon. But how his staff look - everything from their rapport with customers to their pint-pulling expertise - is duly noted...

HR magazine has launched a dedicated website for its annual ranking of the Most Influential practitioners and thinkers in the sector.