West Moody

Associate Director

US

With 15 plus years of experience supporting enterprise technology initiatives, West partners with organizations across all industries including manufacturing, energy, retail, higher education, and financial services. He supports hiring programs tied to the implementation, optimization, and evolution of platforms including Workday, Oracle, SAP, and PeopleSoft.

West provides both permanent and contract talent solutions, acting as a trusted advisor to HR, IT, and transformation leaders navigating complex system rollouts and change programs. Known for a consultative, relationship driven approach, he translates business objectives into practical hiring strategies that reduce risk, accelerate delivery, and support long term platform success. He works best with organizations that value partnership, transparency, and deep market expertise.

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Navigating your career in HR analytics in Germany: skills, tools and trends

  • Posted Mai 6, 2026
Contents Share HR analytics has shifted from a niche capability into a core part of modern human resources. In Germany, this shift has been particularly pronounced due to a strong focus on precision, compliance and long‑term workforce planning. Organisations increasingly expect HR professionals to use HR data and metrics to inform decision‑making, support talent management […]

Mastering global HR technology: scaling HR systems, data and AI at global scale

  • Posted April 30, 2026
Contents Share As organizations expand internationally, HR technology moves from a supporting function to a core part of business strategy. Global HR teams are now expected to manage complex HR systems, growing volumes of employee data, and workforce management challenges across multiple jurisdictions while still delivering a strong employee experience. Fragmented HR processes, disconnected HR […]

How multinational companies are adapting HR leadership profiles in Dubai 

  • Posted April 29, 2026
Contents Share Dubai has established itself as a major regional hub for multinational organisations operating across the Middle East, Africa and parts of Asia. As companies scale across the UAE and wider GCC, the expectations placed on HR leadership have shifted. Traditional human resources leadership models, often designed for mature Western markets, are being reshaped to meet […]

Succession planning for HR leadership in top law firms: building strength from within 

  • Posted April 23, 2026
Contents Share Succession planning in US law firms has traditionally focused on one thing, continuity of client relationships. Who will inherit the work? Who will keep the revenue flowing? Who will step into leadership roles at partnership level?  Increasingly, though, another question is moving to the foreground, how will the firm sustain the leadership capability […]

Private equity confidence is back: how US deals are reshaping CPO hiring in the UK

  • Posted März 18, 2026
Over the last six months, I have seen confidence return to the private equity market. After a prolonged period of caution driven by the pandemic, economic uncertainty and ongoing volatility, funds are once again showing a greater appetite to transact. For many investors, uncertainty is no longer a short-term disruption. It is the operating environment, […]

Emerging HR hubs in North America: beyond NYC, Chicago, and Toronto 

  • Posted März 18, 2026
We’ve already discussed executive hiring search trends in North America, but what are some of the emerging locations business leaders should be aware of?   For decades, New York City, Chicago, and Toronto have been the dominant HR centers in North America. Their established corporate ecosystems, deep labor markets, and extensive talent pipelines made them natural focal […]

The Southwest UK HR job market in 2026: what employers across Bristol, the M4 corridor and the Thames Valley need to know

  • Posted März 11, 2026
Over recent years, the HR job market across the Southwest has shifted significantly. From Bristol and Swindon, through the M4 corridor and across parts of the Thames Valley, employers are navigating a labour market shaped by post-pandemic change, economic uncertainty and continued demand for high-quality HR capability. I work closely with organisations across this entire […]
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Leading beyond discomfort: how mind‑body awareness strengthens modern leadership

  • Posted März 5, 2026
As leaders navigate increasing complexity, shifting expectations and diverse teams, many are finding that technical capability alone is no longer enough. Effective leadership now depends on the ability to recognise discomfort early, stay grounded under pressure and create environments where people feel safe to contribute. During our recent International Women’s Day webinar that we hosted […]

Implementing the UK’s MRT pay reforms: what compensation leaders need to decide now and consider for tomorrow (and how to weigh accelerating legacy deferrals)

  • Posted März 4, 2026
UK banks, investment firms and dual‑regulated firms operating in financial services are entering a new phase of remuneration reform. Following changes to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and PRA Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) remuneration rules, firms now have greater flexibility over variable remuneration, deferral periods, vesting and retention period structures, particularly for material risk takers […]

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