
Veronica Howes - People Business Partner
Veronica is an experienced and versatile business consultant specialising in human capital, business operations and stakeholder engagement in a career spanning over two decades. She has expertise in HR and talent management, business process improvement, bid and tender preparation, and coaching and mentoring. Her versatility and ability to grasp the fundamentals of new industries and organisations quickly makes her a valuable resource for driving organisational success.
Veronica is adept at resolving complex problems using analytical and critical thinking due to her background as a research scientist. She completed a BSC (Hons 1) in Applied Chemistry and pursued doctoral studies in Mineral Chemistry prior to embarking on a business career. These laid a solid foundation for success in problem solving, non-linear thinking and creativity in solution design.
Veronica is a subject matter expert in Human Capital with a particular interest in talent management. Championing a business partnership approach has resulted in tangible cost improvements and business efficiencies in time critical situations.
Projects include cutting annual recruitment spend, decreasing time-to-hire, and reducing turnover rates. Engagement to improve workforce planning, organisational design, performance management, ongoing recruitment, and stakeholder engagement and training. Business process development, embedding, auditing and improvement.
Veronica is a Member, Australian Human Resources Institute (MAHRI). and Recruitment and Consulting Association (MRCSA).