Movera boosts team with two key appointments
21 May 2024
Major home moving group Movera has appointed Karen Buckley as People and Culture Director and Sonia Robertson as Head of Talent in a move to boost its talent team. The appointments follow Movera’s rebranding last autumn which brought together home moving brands from across the sector, including ONP Solicitors and CLG.
Karen brings over 25 years of experience in HR to Movera, having held leadership positions across various industries, including professional & financial services and the automotive sector.
She will play a pivotal role in building a high-performing culture and solidifying the company's position as an employer of choice.
Sonia brings a wealth of knowledge to the newly created role of Head of Talent, having worked in leading companies including M&S, O2, Virgin, Vodafone and the Co-op. The business is entering a significant period of growth and Sonia has been tasked with taking recruitment to the next level.
“We are thrilled to welcome Sonia and Karen to Movera,” said Claire Smith, Chief People Officer at Movera. “Karen’s extensive experience and proven track record in fostering positive and productive work environments will be invaluable as we continue to grow and scale our business. Karen’s commitment to employee development and creating a culture of inclusion aligns perfectly with our core values.
“Sonia’s deep understanding of the recruitment landscape and her proven ability to attract top talent will propel Movera’s growth strategy forward. Her focus on creating a positive candidate experience and building a strong employer brand will ensure we have the best team to achieve our ambitious goals.”
Karen will collaborate with leadership to cultivate a high-performing culture, where employees feel supported to reach their full potential. She is committed to fostering professional development at Movera. She will explore opportunities for on-the-job learning and career development, empowering employees to pursue their ambitions within the company.
“I am incredibly excited to join Movera at such a pivotal time in the company’s growth,” said Karen. “The positive and supportive culture at Movera is truly inspiring, I look forward to working with the leadership team to further develop a work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.”
Sonia will focus on ensuring that Movera is attracting and recruiting the top talent. Sonia said, “I am working closely with Marketing to deliver an external recruitment marketing campaign to raise awareness of the Movera brand and with our Learning and Development team to ensure we have the right level of training available for those new candidates we are recruiting.
“It is the art of the possible at the moment and everyone is working collaboratively, which is incredibly exciting. We have a great culture here at Movera and that’s something we can use to our advantage.”
Sonia will ensure that job descriptions, candidate assessment processes and onboarding procedures all function effectively to deliver a positive experience for both candidates and hiring managers.
These new appointments reflect Movera's commitment to attracting and nurturing top talent.
