Welcome to our branch
The Northamptonshire branch promotes CIPD’s mission to champion better work and working lives across the county. Northamptonshire is a key logistics hub for the region, and we’ve seen massive growth in distribution, high-tech engineering, and associated industries. We are an active branch with almost 1,800 people professionals from all sectors. In an exciting time, our role is to support you, our members, as you help your organisations navigate the opportunities and challenges ahead.
I began leading the branch in Summer 2022 with a co-chair. I am an HR consultant and have been an active member of the committee for many years. I am very ably assisted by the branch committee, made up the of the special interest group chairs and branch secretary who meet regularly to shape the events programme.
I hope to welcome you to a Northamptonshire branch event soon.
Nicky Buckley, Chartered MCIPD
Branch Chairs
Come along to
our events
Our members rate their access to a local branch in their top three membership benefits. Come along to our branch events to discover other CIPD benefits. Explore the issues and trends impacting our profession. Network, learn and share ideas with people professionals in our area.
Get involved
CIPD Northamptonshire is a vibrant, forwarding thinking and dynamic group, supporting the diverse HR community in and around the county. Whatever your interests or specialism and wherever you are on your career pathway, our calendar of topical events and networking opportunities will help you to develop your knowledge and expertise, add value to your organisation and develop a strong network of people professionals across a range of industries.
We are also part of an energetic Midlands network of branches and have developed insightful, collaborative relationships with other professional bodies in the county. Therefore, we offer many opportunities for continuous learning, sharing inspiration and broadening your practice, knowledge, and skills.
Our branch committee of local CIPD members meet regularly to plan and shape our programme of events. Please browse our Eventbrite listings to find out more about one-off events or regular specialist forums. Or if you don’t find what you’re looking for, let us know, or better still, join our branch committee and help shape the future!
Joining a branch committee is an excellent way to expand your network and extend your skillset. Roles are voluntary and you can decide the level of commitment you are able to offer. So, if you are interested, please have a chat with a committee member when you are next at a branch event or contact us by email.
Networking and learning
With workshops, round tables, panel discussions and expert speakers, our thought-provoking events cover everything our community needs. Network, learn and stay up to date.
Volunteering
Keen to get involved, give back or raise your profile? Whatever your skills and interests, learn more about branch volunteering.
Support for student members
Just starting out on your career? Want to meet experienced people professionals and keep up to date with all the topics you cover in your studies? We’re here for you as you study for your CIPD qualification.
Member-to-member mentoring
We connect members who want to develop new skills and progress their careers with members who have expertise in coaching and mentoring.
Want to get involved? Got an idea for an event? We want to hear from you!
Email usIndependents networking group
The group provides an opportunity to meet up and network with other self-employed and independent HR and L&D consultants in the Northamptonshire area. You're welcome to join us at the independents group 'Happy Hour' which will provide an opportunity for group members to share ideas and experiences in an informal and relaxed environment. Meetings take place on the third Thursday of each month starting at 17:30 and you can find out more on the branch events page or by contacting the branch.
Equality, Diversity and inclusion peer support group
The equality diversity and inclusion (EDI) peer support group provides a forum for EDI professionals to meet, share learning and find out more about EDI and find out where to get further information. The group holds regular online meetings discussing topics such as Black History Month, LGBTQ+ inclusive workplaces and mental health awareness. To find out more please contact the branch.
Get in touch to find out more. And let us know your ideas for other special interest groups.
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