Jo Briggs has a diverse work experience spanning several roles and companies. Jo'smost recent role is with COMPASS Pathways, where they serve as the Director, People Business Partner. In this role, they provide HR business partnering to leaders and employees in both the UK and US, focusing on organizational, team, and individual growth. Jo is also actively involved in various initiatives such as wellbeing programs, diversity and inclusion council, workforce planning, and talent management.
Before joining COMPASS Pathways, Jo worked at Ipsen as the Senior Director, HR Operations UK & Ireland Global Hub. Jo was responsible for HR operations and ensuring a positive work environment for 900 employees across 4 sites. Jo also held the position of HR Director during their tenure at Ipsen.
Prior to Ipsen, Jo worked at IQVIA (previously known as QuintilesIMS) in various HR positions, including Global HR Director, EMEA HR Director, Director of Organizational Development and Change, and Associate Director of Organizational Development and Change. In these roles, they supported the organization's Real-World Evidence Solutions business unit and provided HR support to employees across multiple countries.
Earlier in their career, Jo worked at Orange Business Services as the Regional Training Head EMEA and Training Coordinator, and at Excel Communications (HRD) Ltd as a Training Coordinator.
Overall, Jo Briggs has extensive experience in HR operations, business partnering, talent management, change management, and training coordination. Jo'swork experience showcases their expertise in supporting organizations and driving growth through strategic HR initiatives.
Jo Briggs obtained a Diploma in Human Resource Development (CIPD) from the University of West London in 2001-2002. Additionally, they have obtained various certifications including ABPI HR Directors Forum in 2020, Build a Winning Culture from FranklinCovey in 2016, Organisational Development Masterclass from Henley Business School in 2016, Quintiles Certified Change Practitioner in 2015, Quintiles Certified Coach for the Women's Inspired Network (WIN) in 2015, DiSC Behavioural Profiling from Extended DISC in 2014, Helping Clients Succeed from FranklinCovey Europe in 2013, Performance Consulting from Dick Handshaw in 2011, and Belbin Team Roles from Belbin Team Roles (UK - Head Office) in 2001.
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