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James Goodman FCIPD

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Chief People Officer at Asda
📍 Hitchin, England, United Kingdom

James Goodman is the Chief People Officer at Asda, leveraging extensive experience from senior roles at major retailers, including Tesco. He specializes in designing innovative HR and talent initiatives, possessing a unique blend of people leadership and commercial experience managing complex P&Ls. He holds a BA (Hons) from Sheffield Hallam University.

He is a vocal advocate for creating inclusive and safe work environments. His public support for programs that provide employment opportunities for individuals with learning disabilities and campaigns to protect shopworkers from abuse highlights his commitment to colleague well-being and community impact.

His career includes international experience, having worked in Shanghai as a Sourcing Director for Tescos home and clothing division.

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Experience
21 Years
Current Role
Chief People Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Hitchin, England, United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Inclusive Employment
Champions programs like the Supported Internship Programme with DFN Project SEARCH, creating employment pathways for young people with learning disabilities.
Colleague Well-being
Actively supports campaigns such as Usdaw’s "Freedom From Fear" to ensure retail colleagues can work without the threat of violence or abuse.
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Career

Work history

10-2025
Chief People Officer
Asda
6-2022 - 10-2025
UK & ROI People Director
Tesco
6-2019 - 7-2022
Commercial Sourcing Director - Clothing & Home
Tesco
7-2017 - 7-2019
People Director - Centre Of Expertise
Tesco
12-2015 - 7-2017
HR Director - UK & India
Tesco
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Media appearances

Asda announces new Chief People Officer. Featured in Asda Corporate Newsroom
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James Goodman – Chief People Officer, Asda. Featured in Asda Corporate Leadership
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Education
2017 - 2017
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CIPD
1999 - 2003
BA (hons)
Sheffield Hallam University
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