May 01 2024 24 mins 1
Join us for an illuminating conversation with Sarah Findlater, the People Director at Marks and Spencer, as she takes us through her incredible 23-year journey within the organization. From her beginnings as a personnel graduate to leading people plans for over a thousand stores and 47,000 colleagues, Sarah offers invaluable insights into building a high-performance culture. Hear how her diverse experiences in both business-facing and center of expertise roles have shaped her leadership approach and learn how she stays engaged and curious in a rapidly changing business landscape.
Discover the groundbreaking initiatives Marks and Spencer have implemented to transform employee benefits and work-life balance. Sarah shares the successes of policies like the neonatal leave, offering up to 12 weeks of paid leave for parents with babies in neonatal care, and innovative trials for flexible work weeks that have led to lower attrition rates and higher employee engagement. We also explore the impact of a job share app that enables better conversations and flexible working arrangements, emphasizing the importance of treating employees as adults and giving them control over their schedules. This episode is a treasure trove of ideas for anyone looking to create a more supportive and productive work environment.
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