Sarah Garlick

An experienced and resilient HR & Operations professional, I excel at managing people, resources, and processes to drive strategic goals and objectives. With expertise in HR practices, resource optimisation, and operational efficiency, I am passionate about fostering organisational excellence, enhancing team performance, and delivering impactful business outcomes.

• Global Resource Optimisation (Cowan Design): Established a global cross-office resource-sharing process, reducing freelance costs by 40% and utilising over 500 days in the first year.
• HR Practices Overhaul (Cowan Design): Standardised pay, benefits, leave, and processes across multiple offices worldwide, ensuring consistency and compliance.
• Agency Management Software Implementation (House of Greenland): Spearheaded the introduction of a time, finance, and overspending tracking tool, boosting operational efficiency.
• Creative Packaging Process Overhaul (Avon Cosmetics Ltd): Revamped the packaging process and renegotiated supplier contracts, achieving annual savings of £100k.

CIPD Level 5 in HR People Management
January 2025 – Ongoing

NCFE Level 2 Data Protection and Data Security
Completed: September 2024