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Cara Holdstock

HR Business Partner

Cara joined us back in 2022, and since then has been irreplaceable to many of our clients, originally from Australia, trained in musical theatre, she brings energy, enthusiasm and care to you that is electric. Cara is part of Vic's team and supports many of our lovely clients on site and remotely.

In addition to the above, what you need to know about Cara:

She is currently studying for her CIPD Level 7 alongside working full time
She is a multi-tasking master, dipping into multiple industries and cultures on a day to day basis, switching those hats to give the best advice for them
She is a true Pace culture champ, spearheading our internal socials and parties
She was completely thrown in at the deep end being employee number 3, which means she is all in, no problem too big or small and her learning accelerated quickly!

Cara's proudest moment is taking the leap of faith and moving to the UK when she was 20. There have been plenty of ups and downs along the way, but that journey lead her to discover her passion for HR. She believes that she wouldn't be where she is today if she hadn't taken that first bold step!

Cara's HR top tip, is don't be afraid to try and push for better - whether it is better offerings, better practices, or better flexibility. Just because you are used to how things are now (which can sometimes be the bare minimum), doesn't mean you shouldn't ask for more. The worst that can happen is that you hear "no" the best that can happen is that you help change employees' livelihoods for the better.

Cara joined us back in 2022, and since then has been irreplaceable to many of our clients, originally from Australia, trained in musical theatre, she brings energy, enthusiasm and care to you that is electric. Cara is part of Vic's team and supports many of our lovely clients on site and remotely.

In addition to the above, what you need to know about Cara:

She is currently studying for her CIPD Level 7 alongside working full time
She is a multi-tasking master, dipping into multiple industries and cultures on a day to day basis, switching those hats to give the best advice for them
She is a true Pace culture champ, spearheading our internal socials and parties
She was completely thrown in at the deep end being employee number 3, which means she is all in, no problem too big or small and her learning accelerated quickly!

Cara's proudest moment is taking the leap of faith and moving to the UK when she was 20. There have been plenty of ups and downs along the way, but that journey lead her to discover her passion for HR. She believes that she wouldn't be where she is today if she hadn't taken that first bold step!

Cara's HR top tip, is don't be afraid to try and push for better - whether it is better offerings, better practices, or better flexibility. Just because you are used to how things are now (which can sometimes be the bare minimum), doesn't mean you shouldn't ask for more. The worst that can happen is that you hear "no" the best that can happen is that you help change employees' livelihoods for the better.

Cara joined us back in 2022, and since then has been irreplaceable to many of our clients, originally from Australia, trained in musical theatre, she brings energy, enthusiasm and care to you that is electric. Cara is part of Vic's team and supports many of our lovely clients on site and remotely.

In addition to the above, what you need to know about Cara:

She is currently studying for her CIPD Level 7 alongside working full time
She is a multi-tasking master, dipping into multiple industries and cultures on a day to day basis, switching those hats to give the best advice for them
She is a true Pace culture champ, spearheading our internal socials and parties
She was completely thrown in at the deep end being employee number 3, which means she is all in, no problem too big or small and her learning accelerated quickly!

Cara's proudest moment is taking the leap of faith and moving to the UK when she was 20. There have been plenty of ups and downs along the way, but that journey lead her to discover her passion for HR. She believes that she wouldn't be where she is today if she hadn't taken that first bold step!

Cara's HR top tip, is don't be afraid to try and push for better - whether it is better offerings, better practices, or better flexibility. Just because you are used to how things are now (which can sometimes be the bare minimum), doesn't mean you shouldn't ask for more. The worst that can happen is that you hear "no" the best that can happen is that you help change employees' livelihoods for the better.

Cara joined us back in 2022, and since then has been irreplaceable to many of our clients, originally from Australia, trained in musical theatre, she brings energy, enthusiasm and care to you that is electric. Cara is part of Vic's team and supports many of our lovely clients on site and remotely.

In addition to the above, what you need to know about Cara:

She is currently studying for her CIPD Level 7 alongside working full time
She is a multi-tasking master, dipping into multiple industries and cultures on a day to day basis, switching those hats to give the best advice for them
She is a true Pace culture champ, spearheading our internal socials and parties
She was completely thrown in at the deep end being employee number 3, which means she is all in, no problem too big or small and her learning accelerated quickly!

Cara's proudest moment is taking the leap of faith and moving to the UK when she was 20. There have been plenty of ups and downs along the way, but that journey lead her to discover her passion for HR. She believes that she wouldn't be where she is today if she hadn't taken that first bold step!

Cara's HR top tip, is don't be afraid to try and push for better - whether it is better offerings, better practices, or better flexibility. Just because you are used to how things are now (which can sometimes be the bare minimum), doesn't mean you shouldn't ask for more. The worst that can happen is that you hear "no" the best that can happen is that you help change employees' livelihoods for the better.

Emma Dunning

Director

Emma joined the Pace team as another Director of the Business back in October 2023, but feels like she has been with us FOREVER!

Emma used to work in a previous consultancy life with our Founders, it was just the three of them. Before rejoining Charlie and Sarah, Emma was the HR Director of a National Compliance and Saas business, and has been a HR Director of businesses that have a global footprint.

Now, she is the go to HRD for the majority of our client base, and she supports our three Senior HRBPs.

Emma's CV speaks for itself, but what you need to know about her:

She is a dog mum to the very lovable Dennis, and as a client you may get asked if it is ok for him to tag along.
She loves a complicated but juicy Employee Relations case - and has some insane examples of this, when enough time has passed to share.
She has CIPD Chartered Fellow status
You will be hard pushed to find anyone with more practical HR experience, than Emma - she has truly seen it all.
She is hard working, commercial and strategic, she will think about you as a business, what you are trying to achieve ensuring you get there.

Emma is Proud of not following the traditional career route to get to where she is now. She started her career as a HR Apprentice, more by luck than judgment, and has worked hard to get her where she is today - without the traditional routes of university, an under-graduate degree or a grad scheme. When she started her HR career her HR Manager at the time, set out her "HR Career" for her, including qualifications and accreditations with the final step in it becoming a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD. As a result of this, Emma was super proud to receive this accreditation in 2020 and being able to utilise her years of experience for Pace clients.

Her top HR tip is "Don't avoid the difficult conversations, the longer you leave them, the harder they are to have".

Emma joined the Pace team as another Director of the Business back in October 2023, but feels like she has been with us FOREVER!

Emma used to work in a previous consultancy life with our Founders, it was just the three of them. Before rejoining Charlie and Sarah, Emma was the HR Director of a National Compliance and Saas business, and has been a HR Director of businesses that have a global footprint.

Now, she is the go to HRD for the majority of our client base, and she supports our three Senior HRBPs.

Emma's CV speaks for itself, but what you need to know about her:

She is a dog mum to the very lovable Dennis, and as a client you may get asked if it is ok for him to tag along.
She loves a complicated but juicy Employee Relations case - and has some insane examples of this, when enough time has passed to share.
She has CIPD Chartered Fellow status
You will be hard pushed to find anyone with more practical HR experience, than Emma - she has truly seen it all.
She is hard working, commercial and strategic, she will think about you as a business, what you are trying to achieve ensuring you get there.

Emma is Proud of not following the traditional career route to get to where she is now. She started her career as a HR Apprentice, more by luck than judgment, and has worked hard to get her where she is today - without the traditional routes of university, an under-graduate degree or a grad scheme. When she started her HR career her HR Manager at the time, set out her "HR Career" for her, including qualifications and accreditations with the final step in it becoming a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD. As a result of this, Emma was super proud to receive this accreditation in 2020 and being able to utilise her years of experience for Pace clients.

Her top HR tip is "Don't avoid the difficult conversations, the longer you leave them, the harder they are to have".

Emma joined the Pace team as another Director of the Business back in October 2023, but feels like she has been with us FOREVER!

Emma used to work in a previous consultancy life with our Founders, it was just the three of them. Before rejoining Charlie and Sarah, Emma was the HR Director of a National Compliance and Saas business, and has been a HR Director of businesses that have a global footprint.

Now, she is the go to HRD for the majority of our client base, and she supports our three Senior HRBPs.

Emma's CV speaks for itself, but what you need to know about her:

She is a dog mum to the very lovable Dennis, and as a client you may get asked if it is ok for him to tag along.
She loves a complicated but juicy Employee Relations case - and has some insane examples of this, when enough time has passed to share.
She has CIPD Chartered Fellow status
You will be hard pushed to find anyone with more practical HR experience, than Emma - she has truly seen it all.
She is hard working, commercial and strategic, she will think about you as a business, what you are trying to achieve ensuring you get there.

Emma is Proud of not following the traditional career route to get to where she is now. She started her career as a HR Apprentice, more by luck than judgment, and has worked hard to get her where she is today - without the traditional routes of university, an under-graduate degree or a grad scheme. When she started her HR career her HR Manager at the time, set out her "HR Career" for her, including qualifications and accreditations with the final step in it becoming a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD. As a result of this, Emma was super proud to receive this accreditation in 2020 and being able to utilise her years of experience for Pace clients.

Her top HR tip is "Don't avoid the difficult conversations, the longer you leave them, the harder they are to have".

Emma joined the Pace team as another Director of the Business back in October 2023, but feels like she has been with us FOREVER!

Emma used to work in a previous consultancy life with our Founders, it was just the three of them. Before rejoining Charlie and Sarah, Emma was the HR Director of a National Compliance and Saas business, and has been a HR Director of businesses that have a global footprint.

Now, she is the go to HRD for the majority of our client base, and she supports our three Senior HRBPs.

Emma's CV speaks for itself, but what you need to know about her:

She is a dog mum to the very lovable Dennis, and as a client you may get asked if it is ok for him to tag along.
She loves a complicated but juicy Employee Relations case - and has some insane examples of this, when enough time has passed to share.
She has CIPD Chartered Fellow status
You will be hard pushed to find anyone with more practical HR experience, than Emma - she has truly seen it all.
She is hard working, commercial and strategic, she will think about you as a business, what you are trying to achieve ensuring you get there.

Emma is Proud of not following the traditional career route to get to where she is now. She started her career as a HR Apprentice, more by luck than judgment, and has worked hard to get her where she is today - without the traditional routes of university, an under-graduate degree or a grad scheme. When she started her HR career her HR Manager at the time, set out her "HR Career" for her, including qualifications and accreditations with the final step in it becoming a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD. As a result of this, Emma was super proud to receive this accreditation in 2020 and being able to utilise her years of experience for Pace clients.

Her top HR tip is "Don't avoid the difficult conversations, the longer you leave them, the harder they are to have".

Hannah Catchpole

Junior HR Business Partner

Hannah is the newest member of our team, we are insanely proud of how fast Hannah is picking everything up, sitting alongside Sophie and James. This is Hannah's first role in HR, but we all know that your HR knowledge expands a lot quicker within a consultancy than in-house.

We are going to put it out there that Hannah is one to watch for the future!

Things you need to know about Hannah:

She has a degree in Psychology from Newcastle University.
She has a keen interest surrounding Employee Wellbeing
She loves the bespoke nature of what Pace does, carving out tailored solutions for her clients
She is bubbly, analytical and thoughtful

Hannah is most Proud of.."being offered my role at Pace, where I am not only passionate and excited about the work that I am doing and able to learn from my colleagues everyday, but I am also working for a company that I am proud to be a part of, where are values are visible in everything we do!"

Hannah's top tip is.."Stay curious and always be open to learning new things, HR is constantly evolving and it is important to evolve with it, to ensure you are offering the most relevant and thoughtful advice".

Hannah is the newest member of our team, we are insanely proud of how fast Hannah is picking everything up, sitting alongside Sophie and James. This is Hannah's first role in HR, but we all know that your HR knowledge expands a lot quicker within a consultancy than in-house.

We are going to put it out there that Hannah is one to watch for the future!

Things you need to know about Hannah:

She has a degree in Psychology from Newcastle University.
She has a keen interest surrounding Employee Wellbeing
She loves the bespoke nature of what Pace does, carving out tailored solutions for her clients
She is bubbly, analytical and thoughtful

Hannah is most Proud of.."being offered my role at Pace, where I am not only passionate and excited about the work that I am doing and able to learn from my colleagues everyday, but I am also working for a company that I am proud to be a part of, where are values are visible in everything we do!"

Hannah's top tip is.."Stay curious and always be open to learning new things, HR is constantly evolving and it is important to evolve with it, to ensure you are offering the most relevant and thoughtful advice".

Hannah is the newest member of our team, we are insanely proud of how fast Hannah is picking everything up, sitting alongside Sophie and James. This is Hannah's first role in HR, but we all know that your HR knowledge expands a lot quicker within a consultancy than in-house.

We are going to put it out there that Hannah is one to watch for the future!

Things you need to know about Hannah:

She has a degree in Psychology from Newcastle University.
She has a keen interest surrounding Employee Wellbeing
She loves the bespoke nature of what Pace does, carving out tailored solutions for her clients
She is bubbly, analytical and thoughtful

Hannah is most Proud of.."being offered my role at Pace, where I am not only passionate and excited about the work that I am doing and able to learn from my colleagues everyday, but I am also working for a company that I am proud to be a part of, where are values are visible in everything we do!"

Hannah's top tip is.."Stay curious and always be open to learning new things, HR is constantly evolving and it is important to evolve with it, to ensure you are offering the most relevant and thoughtful advice".

Hannah is the newest member of our team, we are insanely proud of how fast Hannah is picking everything up, sitting alongside Sophie and James. This is Hannah's first role in HR, but we all know that your HR knowledge expands a lot quicker within a consultancy than in-house.

We are going to put it out there that Hannah is one to watch for the future!

Things you need to know about Hannah:

She has a degree in Psychology from Newcastle University.
She has a keen interest surrounding Employee Wellbeing
She loves the bespoke nature of what Pace does, carving out tailored solutions for her clients
She is bubbly, analytical and thoughtful

Hannah is most Proud of.."being offered my role at Pace, where I am not only passionate and excited about the work that I am doing and able to learn from my colleagues everyday, but I am also working for a company that I am proud to be a part of, where are values are visible in everything we do!"

Hannah's top tip is.."Stay curious and always be open to learning new things, HR is constantly evolving and it is important to evolve with it, to ensure you are offering the most relevant and thoughtful advice".

James Palmer

HR Business Partner

A rare find in the world of Human Resources. James joined us fresh out of the Metropolitan Police, where he certainly picked up a tip or two about investigations. Which in the world of Small Business HR Support, is a pretty handy trait!

James sits within Sophie's team, which internally is named Team Falcon, as a Team they have carved out a bit of a FinTech/Agricultural niche…random, we know. But a great variety.

What you need to know about James:

He has a Psychology Degree and currently studying whilst working full time for his CIPD Level 7.
He loves a bit of technology, be this AI or just getting the right HRIS working for you and your business, he is the guy.
James is also our Pace foodie, supporting Cara in our Pace socials by digging out the BEST places to eat for us.

He is analytical, passionate and witty, and will always get the right result for you, your business and your employees.

James is most Proud of mastering Excel formulas and AI tools, just enough to look like a wizard to those who haven't tried them.

James' HR top tip is "you can lead your teams to ChatGPT, but you can't make them think. Teach your teams how to use AI and automation, not just that it exists.

A rare find in the world of Human Resources. James joined us fresh out of the Metropolitan Police, where he certainly picked up a tip or two about investigations. Which in the world of Small Business HR Support, is a pretty handy trait!

James sits within Sophie's team, which internally is named Team Falcon, as a Team they have carved out a bit of a FinTech/Agricultural niche…random, we know. But a great variety.

What you need to know about James:

He has a Psychology Degree and currently studying whilst working full time for his CIPD Level 7.
He loves a bit of technology, be this AI or just getting the right HRIS working for you and your business, he is the guy.
James is also our Pace foodie, supporting Cara in our Pace socials by digging out the BEST places to eat for us.

He is analytical, passionate and witty, and will always get the right result for you, your business and your employees.

James is most Proud of mastering Excel formulas and AI tools, just enough to look like a wizard to those who haven't tried them.

James' HR top tip is "you can lead your teams to ChatGPT, but you can't make them think. Teach your teams how to use AI and automation, not just that it exists.

A rare find in the world of Human Resources. James joined us fresh out of the Metropolitan Police, where he certainly picked up a tip or two about investigations. Which in the world of Small Business HR Support, is a pretty handy trait!

James sits within Sophie's team, which internally is named Team Falcon, as a Team they have carved out a bit of a FinTech/Agricultural niche…random, we know. But a great variety.

What you need to know about James:

He has a Psychology Degree and currently studying whilst working full time for his CIPD Level 7.
He loves a bit of technology, be this AI or just getting the right HRIS working for you and your business, he is the guy.
James is also our Pace foodie, supporting Cara in our Pace socials by digging out the BEST places to eat for us.

He is analytical, passionate and witty, and will always get the right result for you, your business and your employees.

James is most Proud of mastering Excel formulas and AI tools, just enough to look like a wizard to those who haven't tried them.

James' HR top tip is "you can lead your teams to ChatGPT, but you can't make them think. Teach your teams how to use AI and automation, not just that it exists.

A rare find in the world of Human Resources. James joined us fresh out of the Metropolitan Police, where he certainly picked up a tip or two about investigations. Which in the world of Small Business HR Support, is a pretty handy trait!

James sits within Sophie's team, which internally is named Team Falcon, as a Team they have carved out a bit of a FinTech/Agricultural niche…random, we know. But a great variety.

What you need to know about James:

He has a Psychology Degree and currently studying whilst working full time for his CIPD Level 7.
He loves a bit of technology, be this AI or just getting the right HRIS working for you and your business, he is the guy.
James is also our Pace foodie, supporting Cara in our Pace socials by digging out the BEST places to eat for us.

He is analytical, passionate and witty, and will always get the right result for you, your business and your employees.

James is most Proud of mastering Excel formulas and AI tools, just enough to look like a wizard to those who haven't tried them.

James' HR top tip is "you can lead your teams to ChatGPT, but you can't make them think. Teach your teams how to use AI and automation, not just that it exists.

Marysia Cousins

Senior HR Business Partner

Marysia is one of our most recent Senior HRBP's, although feels like she has been with us a lot longer than when she joined in July 2024. Marysia has worked with half of us before, starting out her HR career in HR Consultancy, moving into Professional Services then not for Profit, she has gone full circle and we are delighted to have her back where she belongs!

Marysia heads up one of the Pace teams, supporting clients within industries such as: Luxury retail and fashion, Professional Services, Creative Production, Advertising and Not for Profit and many more.

What you need to know about Marysia:

No problem is too big or too small, she will always take the time to give you considered advice and the best possible care for the moment that you are in.
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified and has a Masters in Human Resource Management.
She's successfully supported previous organisations in winning Employee Engagement Awards!
She is in her element when coaching and supporting people managers to help them feel confident and empowered to manage their teams effectively.
She will take any opportunity she can to bring up her two ginger cats in conversation.
She is a trained workplace mediator and certified practitioner of Thomas International PPA.

Marysia is most Proud of "learning to embrace being neurodivergent, better recognise and work to her strengths. Proudly utilising this to help clients in navigating how to work with people with an array of differences and also help them understand the benefits of creating a culture where people feel a sense of belonging at work and are able to show up as their authentic self."

Her HR top tip is "Encourage the people leaders in your business to focus on embracing their teams' diverse perspectives, and different working ways to encourage innovation, get the best out of their people, and help them achieve their full potential in their roles. Ultimately, it's a Company's people who will help them be successful, and listening to what your team needs to do their best work, is probably a good place to start!"

Marysia is one of our most recent Senior HRBP's, although feels like she has been with us a lot longer than when she joined in July 2024. Marysia has worked with half of us before, starting out her HR career in HR Consultancy, moving into Professional Services then not for Profit, she has gone full circle and we are delighted to have her back where she belongs!

Marysia heads up one of the Pace teams, supporting clients within industries such as: Luxury retail and fashion, Professional Services, Creative Production, Advertising and Not for Profit and many more.

What you need to know about Marysia:

No problem is too big or too small, she will always take the time to give you considered advice and the best possible care for the moment that you are in.
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified and has a Masters in Human Resource Management.
She's successfully supported previous organisations in winning Employee Engagement Awards!
She is in her element when coaching and supporting people managers to help them feel confident and empowered to manage their teams effectively.
She will take any opportunity she can to bring up her two ginger cats in conversation.
She is a trained workplace mediator and certified practitioner of Thomas International PPA.

Marysia is most Proud of "learning to embrace being neurodivergent, better recognise and work to her strengths. Proudly utilising this to help clients in navigating how to work with people with an array of differences and also help them understand the benefits of creating a culture where people feel a sense of belonging at work and are able to show up as their authentic self."

Her HR top tip is "Encourage the people leaders in your business to focus on embracing their teams' diverse perspectives, and different working ways to encourage innovation, get the best out of their people, and help them achieve their full potential in their roles. Ultimately, it's a Company's people who will help them be successful, and listening to what your team needs to do their best work, is probably a good place to start!"

Marysia is one of our most recent Senior HRBP's, although feels like she has been with us a lot longer than when she joined in July 2024. Marysia has worked with half of us before, starting out her HR career in HR Consultancy, moving into Professional Services then not for Profit, she has gone full circle and we are delighted to have her back where she belongs!

Marysia heads up one of the Pace teams, supporting clients within industries such as: Luxury retail and fashion, Professional Services, Creative Production, Advertising and Not for Profit and many more.

What you need to know about Marysia:

No problem is too big or too small, she will always take the time to give you considered advice and the best possible care for the moment that you are in.
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified and has a Masters in Human Resource Management.
She's successfully supported previous organisations in winning Employee Engagement Awards!
She is in her element when coaching and supporting people managers to help them feel confident and empowered to manage their teams effectively.
She will take any opportunity she can to bring up her two ginger cats in conversation.
She is a trained workplace mediator and certified practitioner of Thomas International PPA.

Marysia is most Proud of "learning to embrace being neurodivergent, better recognise and work to her strengths. Proudly utilising this to help clients in navigating how to work with people with an array of differences and also help them understand the benefits of creating a culture where people feel a sense of belonging at work and are able to show up as their authentic self."

Her HR top tip is "Encourage the people leaders in your business to focus on embracing their teams' diverse perspectives, and different working ways to encourage innovation, get the best out of their people, and help them achieve their full potential in their roles. Ultimately, it's a Company's people who will help them be successful, and listening to what your team needs to do their best work, is probably a good place to start!"

Marysia is one of our most recent Senior HRBP's, although feels like she has been with us a lot longer than when she joined in July 2024. Marysia has worked with half of us before, starting out her HR career in HR Consultancy, moving into Professional Services then not for Profit, she has gone full circle and we are delighted to have her back where she belongs!

Marysia heads up one of the Pace teams, supporting clients within industries such as: Luxury retail and fashion, Professional Services, Creative Production, Advertising and Not for Profit and many more.

What you need to know about Marysia:

No problem is too big or too small, she will always take the time to give you considered advice and the best possible care for the moment that you are in.
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified and has a Masters in Human Resource Management.
She's successfully supported previous organisations in winning Employee Engagement Awards!
She is in her element when coaching and supporting people managers to help them feel confident and empowered to manage their teams effectively.
She will take any opportunity she can to bring up her two ginger cats in conversation.
She is a trained workplace mediator and certified practitioner of Thomas International PPA.

Marysia is most Proud of "learning to embrace being neurodivergent, better recognise and work to her strengths. Proudly utilising this to help clients in navigating how to work with people with an array of differences and also help them understand the benefits of creating a culture where people feel a sense of belonging at work and are able to show up as their authentic self."

Her HR top tip is "Encourage the people leaders in your business to focus on embracing their teams' diverse perspectives, and different working ways to encourage innovation, get the best out of their people, and help them achieve their full potential in their roles. Ultimately, it's a Company's people who will help them be successful, and listening to what your team needs to do their best work, is probably a good place to start!"

Rosie Baker

HR Operations Partner

Rosie joined Pace as employee number 2, shortly after Vic, she took a chance on us and truly believes in our values and Pace's mission.

Since joining us, Rosie started out supporting our lovely clients, and still does from time to time, but now we are very proud to say that she supports us, internally as our HR Operations Partner.

What does this mean, we hear you ask?

Rosie makes sure we internally can run as efficiently and effectively as we can do, she spearheads a number of Pace Projects and is our go to for everything BCorp.

What you need to know about Rosie:

Rosie has three (!!) small children, keeping her busy at home.
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified
She has worked with many businesses as a HRBP across a wide range of industries for Pace, but also previously
She has spent time living and working in the UAE as the Head of Talent Acquisition for a large multinational
She is pragmatic, bold and unflappable

Rosie is most proud of "Being in the winning team at this year's Pace Summer Party. We smashed it and had soooo much fun along the way (not competitive at all)".

And her top HR tip is "Gather feedback from your team. Have the courage to ask questions about how your team find working for you; what are the highs and what are the lows. Then do something about the responses! This is such an important tool for a happy working environment, and a real opportunity for investing in the overall Wellbeing of your team".

Rosie joined Pace as employee number 2, shortly after Vic, she took a chance on us and truly believes in our values and Pace's mission.

Since joining us, Rosie started out supporting our lovely clients, and still does from time to time, but now we are very proud to say that she supports us, internally as our HR Operations Partner.

What does this mean, we hear you ask?

Rosie makes sure we internally can run as efficiently and effectively as we can do, she spearheads a number of Pace Projects and is our go to for everything BCorp.

What you need to know about Rosie:

Rosie has three (!!) small children, keeping her busy at home.
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified
She has worked with many businesses as a HRBP across a wide range of industries for Pace, but also previously
She has spent time living and working in the UAE as the Head of Talent Acquisition for a large multinational
She is pragmatic, bold and unflappable

Rosie is most proud of "Being in the winning team at this year's Pace Summer Party. We smashed it and had soooo much fun along the way (not competitive at all)".

And her top HR tip is "Gather feedback from your team. Have the courage to ask questions about how your team find working for you; what are the highs and what are the lows. Then do something about the responses! This is such an important tool for a happy working environment, and a real opportunity for investing in the overall Wellbeing of your team".

Rosie joined Pace as employee number 2, shortly after Vic, she took a chance on us and truly believes in our values and Pace's mission.

Since joining us, Rosie started out supporting our lovely clients, and still does from time to time, but now we are very proud to say that she supports us, internally as our HR Operations Partner.

What does this mean, we hear you ask?

Rosie makes sure we internally can run as efficiently and effectively as we can do, she spearheads a number of Pace Projects and is our go to for everything BCorp.

What you need to know about Rosie:

Rosie has three (!!) small children, keeping her busy at home.
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified
She has worked with many businesses as a HRBP across a wide range of industries for Pace, but also previously
She has spent time living and working in the UAE as the Head of Talent Acquisition for a large multinational
She is pragmatic, bold and unflappable

Rosie is most proud of "Being in the winning team at this year's Pace Summer Party. We smashed it and had soooo much fun along the way (not competitive at all)".

And her top HR tip is "Gather feedback from your team. Have the courage to ask questions about how your team find working for you; what are the highs and what are the lows. Then do something about the responses! This is such an important tool for a happy working environment, and a real opportunity for investing in the overall Wellbeing of your team".

Rosie joined Pace as employee number 2, shortly after Vic, she took a chance on us and truly believes in our values and Pace's mission.

Since joining us, Rosie started out supporting our lovely clients, and still does from time to time, but now we are very proud to say that she supports us, internally as our HR Operations Partner.

What does this mean, we hear you ask?

Rosie makes sure we internally can run as efficiently and effectively as we can do, she spearheads a number of Pace Projects and is our go to for everything BCorp.

What you need to know about Rosie:

Rosie has three (!!) small children, keeping her busy at home.
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified
She has worked with many businesses as a HRBP across a wide range of industries for Pace, but also previously
She has spent time living and working in the UAE as the Head of Talent Acquisition for a large multinational
She is pragmatic, bold and unflappable

Rosie is most proud of "Being in the winning team at this year's Pace Summer Party. We smashed it and had soooo much fun along the way (not competitive at all)".

And her top HR tip is "Gather feedback from your team. Have the courage to ask questions about how your team find working for you; what are the highs and what are the lows. Then do something about the responses! This is such an important tool for a happy working environment, and a real opportunity for investing in the overall Wellbeing of your team".

Sophie Bright

Junior HR Business Partner

Sophie joined us in May 2025 and sits within Marysia's team.

Soph has joined us with over 10 years working in People Teams, covering everything from, Talent Acquisition, L&D (which is her absolute passion) and Generalist HR. Soph has carved her career out in Professional Services, Financial Services, Tech and Healthcare and has actually already worked with two members of the Pace team in a previous role! Soph may have only joined us in 2025 but she has very quickly become a part of the Pace family.

What you need to know about Soph:

She is charismatic, adaptable, caring and loves bringing long term impact to clients and their employees.
She loves learning and already holds a Level 3 CIPD, but is about to start her Level 7 Senior People Professional (HR) qualification
She also loves a cocktail and a boogie on the weekend, and is the mum of two teenage boys and naughty cockapoo, Chester!

Sophie is most Proud of "joining Pace, to be a part of a Company that truly lives its values of courage, wellbeing and pride and is built around an amazing team of HR professionals."

Her HR top tip is.."hire for attitude and potential not just experience. Skills can be taught on a great foundation of values aligned to your organisation, and curiosity to grow, develop and innovate."

Sophie joined us in May 2025 and sits within Marysia's team.

Soph has joined us with over 10 years working in People Teams, covering everything from, Talent Acquisition, L&D (which is her absolute passion) and Generalist HR. Soph has carved her career out in Professional Services, Financial Services, Tech and Healthcare and has actually already worked with two members of the Pace team in a previous role! Soph may have only joined us in 2025 but she has very quickly become a part of the Pace family.

What you need to know about Soph:

She is charismatic, adaptable, caring and loves bringing long term impact to clients and their employees.
She loves learning and already holds a Level 3 CIPD, but is about to start her Level 7 Senior People Professional (HR) qualification
She also loves a cocktail and a boogie on the weekend, and is the mum of two teenage boys and naughty cockapoo, Chester!

Sophie is most Proud of "joining Pace, to be a part of a Company that truly lives its values of courage, wellbeing and pride and is built around an amazing team of HR professionals."

Her HR top tip is.."hire for attitude and potential not just experience. Skills can be taught on a great foundation of values aligned to your organisation, and curiosity to grow, develop and innovate."

Sophie joined us in May 2025 and sits within Marysia's team.

Soph has joined us with over 10 years working in People Teams, covering everything from, Talent Acquisition, L&D (which is her absolute passion) and Generalist HR. Soph has carved her career out in Professional Services, Financial Services, Tech and Healthcare and has actually already worked with two members of the Pace team in a previous role! Soph may have only joined us in 2025 but she has very quickly become a part of the Pace family.

What you need to know about Soph:

She is charismatic, adaptable, caring and loves bringing long term impact to clients and their employees.
She loves learning and already holds a Level 3 CIPD, but is about to start her Level 7 Senior People Professional (HR) qualification
She also loves a cocktail and a boogie on the weekend, and is the mum of two teenage boys and naughty cockapoo, Chester!

Sophie is most Proud of "joining Pace, to be a part of a Company that truly lives its values of courage, wellbeing and pride and is built around an amazing team of HR professionals."

Her HR top tip is.."hire for attitude and potential not just experience. Skills can be taught on a great foundation of values aligned to your organisation, and curiosity to grow, develop and innovate."

Sophie joined us in May 2025 and sits within Marysia's team.

Soph has joined us with over 10 years working in People Teams, covering everything from, Talent Acquisition, L&D (which is her absolute passion) and Generalist HR. Soph has carved her career out in Professional Services, Financial Services, Tech and Healthcare and has actually already worked with two members of the Pace team in a previous role! Soph may have only joined us in 2025 but she has very quickly become a part of the Pace family.

What you need to know about Soph:

She is charismatic, adaptable, caring and loves bringing long term impact to clients and their employees.
She loves learning and already holds a Level 3 CIPD, but is about to start her Level 7 Senior People Professional (HR) qualification
She also loves a cocktail and a boogie on the weekend, and is the mum of two teenage boys and naughty cockapoo, Chester!

Sophie is most Proud of "joining Pace, to be a part of a Company that truly lives its values of courage, wellbeing and pride and is built around an amazing team of HR professionals."

Her HR top tip is.."hire for attitude and potential not just experience. Skills can be taught on a great foundation of values aligned to your organisation, and curiosity to grow, develop and innovate."

Sophie Vermont

Senior HR Business Partner

Sophie fell down to us from the Angel of the North at a time when we had two space superstars going on Maternity Leave. Fast forward a couple of years and Soph leads one of our Pace teams as a Senior HR Business Partner.

Sophie came to us with international experience and a solid background as an in-house HR generalist in start-up environments. She has really carved out her own niche here, working closely with Tech, Agriculture and Start Up clients, something she genuinely enjoys. Sophie is particularly passionate about understanding cross-cultural interactions and building strong relationships, drawing on her global perspective and hands-on HR experience to deliver tailored solutions for our diverse client base.

What you need to know about Sophie:

She is literally Superwomen, balancing working for us, family life with three young kids, and running her own business (@westcawthorne)
She is super personable, empathetic, but will always gain the right outcome for you
She has lived in the USA, Germany, France & China and now calls North Yorkshire her home
She loves watching and supporting to develop, not only her own team in Pace but those of her client base

Soph is most Proud of her team. Watching them develop, take on fresh challenges, and celebrate their successes together is what makes her role so rewarding. She feels so lucky to work alongside bright, talented and dedicated individuals.

Her HR top tip is "If you wouldn't want to read it out loud in a meeting, maybe don't put it in writing!"

If you ever want to chat about start-up life, HR challenges, or even just share stories from abroad, she is always up for a good conversation!

Sophie fell down to us from the Angel of the North at a time when we had two space superstars going on Maternity Leave. Fast forward a couple of years and Soph leads one of our Pace teams as a Senior HR Business Partner.

Sophie came to us with international experience and a solid background as an in-house HR generalist in start-up environments. She has really carved out her own niche here, working closely with Tech, Agriculture and Start Up clients, something she genuinely enjoys. Sophie is particularly passionate about understanding cross-cultural interactions and building strong relationships, drawing on her global perspective and hands-on HR experience to deliver tailored solutions for our diverse client base.

What you need to know about Sophie:

She is literally Superwomen, balancing working for us, family life with three young kids, and running her own business (@westcawthorne)
She is super personable, empathetic, but will always gain the right outcome for you
She has lived in the USA, Germany, France & China and now calls North Yorkshire her home
She loves watching and supporting to develop, not only her own team in Pace but those of her client base

Soph is most Proud of her team. Watching them develop, take on fresh challenges, and celebrate their successes together is what makes her role so rewarding. She feels so lucky to work alongside bright, talented and dedicated individuals.

Her HR top tip is "If you wouldn't want to read it out loud in a meeting, maybe don't put it in writing!"

If you ever want to chat about start-up life, HR challenges, or even just share stories from abroad, she is always up for a good conversation!

Sophie fell down to us from the Angel of the North at a time when we had two space superstars going on Maternity Leave. Fast forward a couple of years and Soph leads one of our Pace teams as a Senior HR Business Partner.

Sophie came to us with international experience and a solid background as an in-house HR generalist in start-up environments. She has really carved out her own niche here, working closely with Tech, Agriculture and Start Up clients, something she genuinely enjoys. Sophie is particularly passionate about understanding cross-cultural interactions and building strong relationships, drawing on her global perspective and hands-on HR experience to deliver tailored solutions for our diverse client base.

What you need to know about Sophie:

She is literally Superwomen, balancing working for us, family life with three young kids, and running her own business (@westcawthorne)
She is super personable, empathetic, but will always gain the right outcome for you
She has lived in the USA, Germany, France & China and now calls North Yorkshire her home
She loves watching and supporting to develop, not only her own team in Pace but those of her client base

Soph is most Proud of her team. Watching them develop, take on fresh challenges, and celebrate their successes together is what makes her role so rewarding. She feels so lucky to work alongside bright, talented and dedicated individuals.

Her HR top tip is "If you wouldn't want to read it out loud in a meeting, maybe don't put it in writing!"

If you ever want to chat about start-up life, HR challenges, or even just share stories from abroad, she is always up for a good conversation!

Sophie fell down to us from the Angel of the North at a time when we had two space superstars going on Maternity Leave. Fast forward a couple of years and Soph leads one of our Pace teams as a Senior HR Business Partner.

Sophie came to us with international experience and a solid background as an in-house HR generalist in start-up environments. She has really carved out her own niche here, working closely with Tech, Agriculture and Start Up clients, something she genuinely enjoys. Sophie is particularly passionate about understanding cross-cultural interactions and building strong relationships, drawing on her global perspective and hands-on HR experience to deliver tailored solutions for our diverse client base.

What you need to know about Sophie:

She is literally Superwomen, balancing working for us, family life with three young kids, and running her own business (@westcawthorne)
She is super personable, empathetic, but will always gain the right outcome for you
She has lived in the USA, Germany, France & China and now calls North Yorkshire her home
She loves watching and supporting to develop, not only her own team in Pace but those of her client base

Soph is most Proud of her team. Watching them develop, take on fresh challenges, and celebrate their successes together is what makes her role so rewarding. She feels so lucky to work alongside bright, talented and dedicated individuals.

Her HR top tip is "If you wouldn't want to read it out loud in a meeting, maybe don't put it in writing!"

If you ever want to chat about start-up life, HR challenges, or even just share stories from abroad, she is always up for a good conversation!

Victoria Douglas

Senior HR Business Partner

At the beginning of every business journey, there is always an employee number 1, who has the courage to take that leap of faith with you, your mission and your values. For us, this is Vic.

Vic, Vicky, Tory, Victoria, has been with us since 2021, and is now one of our Senior HR Business Partners heading up one of our Pace Teams.

What you need to know about Vic:

She is diligent, calm, enthusiastic, approachable
She has worked with clients across Finance, Creative, Charitable, Professional Services, Tech and many more
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified, has a Masters in HR Management and as part of her dissertation she developed our very own Wellbeing and Engagement Survey.

Vic is most Proud of "proving that you don't need to choose between being a present parent and a powerful professional".

And her HR top tip is "People remember how you make them feel, not what is written in your handbook. Great policies are just the start, how you use them is what counts."

At the beginning of every business journey, there is always an employee number 1, who has the courage to take that leap of faith with you, your mission and your values. For us, this is Vic.

Vic, Vicky, Tory, Victoria, has been with us since 2021, and is now one of our Senior HR Business Partners heading up one of our Pace Teams.

What you need to know about Vic:

She is diligent, calm, enthusiastic, approachable
She has worked with clients across Finance, Creative, Charitable, Professional Services, Tech and many more
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified, has a Masters in HR Management and as part of her dissertation she developed our very own Wellbeing and Engagement Survey.

Vic is most Proud of "proving that you don't need to choose between being a present parent and a powerful professional".

And her HR top tip is "People remember how you make them feel, not what is written in your handbook. Great policies are just the start, how you use them is what counts."

At the beginning of every business journey, there is always an employee number 1, who has the courage to take that leap of faith with you, your mission and your values. For us, this is Vic.

Vic, Vicky, Tory, Victoria, has been with us since 2021, and is now one of our Senior HR Business Partners heading up one of our Pace Teams.

What you need to know about Vic:

She is diligent, calm, enthusiastic, approachable
She has worked with clients across Finance, Creative, Charitable, Professional Services, Tech and many more
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified, has a Masters in HR Management and as part of her dissertation she developed our very own Wellbeing and Engagement Survey.

Vic is most Proud of "proving that you don't need to choose between being a present parent and a powerful professional".

And her HR top tip is "People remember how you make them feel, not what is written in your handbook. Great policies are just the start, how you use them is what counts."

At the beginning of every business journey, there is always an employee number 1, who has the courage to take that leap of faith with you, your mission and your values. For us, this is Vic.

Vic, Vicky, Tory, Victoria, has been with us since 2021, and is now one of our Senior HR Business Partners heading up one of our Pace Teams.

What you need to know about Vic:

She is diligent, calm, enthusiastic, approachable
She has worked with clients across Finance, Creative, Charitable, Professional Services, Tech and many more
She is CIPD Level 7 qualified, has a Masters in HR Management and as part of her dissertation she developed our very own Wellbeing and Engagement Survey.

Vic is most Proud of "proving that you don't need to choose between being a present parent and a powerful professional".

And her HR top tip is "People remember how you make them feel, not what is written in your handbook. Great policies are just the start, how you use them is what counts."