About me
Hi there, I’m Mireille Uzzell (pronounced “Maray”). Somehow, I ended up with a French first and second name which is completely random, I have no French relatives or connections!
I've worked in HR for 25+ years, all in the SME sector, so there's not much I haven't come across. I left my last senior HR role because I missed being “on the ground” supporting managers with their people challenges.
When I’m not consulting, you’ll find me walking in the New Forest, in Southampton, with my bestie, my Border Collie, Ricky (no I didn't give him that name and yes it is embarrassing shouting it).
"I'm passionate about providing HR support to managers, helping them get the best out of their teams"
What’s my approach to HR? I won’t just quote the law at you when you’re faced with that challenging employee and tell you what you can’t do (who wants to hear that?). Instead we’ll discuss options and associated risks and come up with a solution together. Once you’re my client, I’m all in, and I’ll be fiercely loyal to you and your business.
One of the most important things for me is having clients I enjoy working with; I’m not in this just to make an income, I want to enjoy it. I worked in construction for 15 years, so I don’t shock easily. I therefore have a natural leaning towards construction & it’s supply chain, but HR skills are transferable.
Core values
These are my values, in my personal and professional life; it was hard to articulate them, but when I look at my recommendations on Linked In, they are aligned so I think this is a true reflection.
1. Fiercely loyal...and trustworthy
If I work for you my loyalty is unmatched, I'll work for your success as if it were my own.
2. Reasoned
I'm known for my "wise counsel". In every psychometric assessment I've ever completed, "reasoning" has always been my highest score.
....but not risk averse. Balanced risk is important in making those people decisions. I'm not afraid to take a risk if you are!
3. Fun & laughs
I like to laugh a lot - who doesn't. This HR business can be serious stuff, so let's try to lighten it when we can.