Neil Hill (MCIPD)

Trailblazer
DISC Type : ID

Head of HR at Noble Foods Ltd

Beoley, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Neil is a results-driven HR leader with a strong operational background, currently serving as the Head of HR at Noble Foods. He is passionate about linking people practices to performance, with expertise in leadership development, talent management, and fostering diverse workforces. Colleagues and reports describe him as authentic, passionate, and supportive.

He is a hands-on leader who started his career on the shop floor and makes a point of visiting stores to help the team and stay connected with customers. He is passionate about creating opportunities for young people, a value rooted in his own early career experiences.

Unique fact: He began his 20-year career at B&Q through a government Youth Training Scheme after having to leave education and live on his own at age 17.

Personality Overview

Values Relationships

Persuasive

Informal

They do not mind taking risks and can make hard decisions, if necessary.  They like to keep things under control. They are more likely to be open to unproven but exciting technologies.

Topics They Care About

Leadership Development
He focuses on coaching team members to set them up for future success and links effective people practices directly to business performance.
Youth Employment
Driven by his own personal story, he champions initiatives like government training schemes to provide young people with career opportunities.
Hands-on Leadership
Draws on his experience starting on the shop floor, often visiting stores and putting on an apron to help the team directly.

Media Appearances

Neil has no verified media appearances

Work History

4-2025
Head of HR at Noble Foods Ltd
10-2024 - 4-2025
Head of People at Halfords
11-2020 - 8-2024
Head Of People and Leadership at Homebase
9-2015 - 11-2020
HR Business Partner at B&Q
4-2013 - 9-2015
Large Format Store Manager at B&Q

Education

2004 - 2007
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration from BPP Malpas Learning Ltd
1985 - 1990
Education details unavailable from S.T.E.T.H.S Private High School

More Information

Social Presence :

Prographics :

Exp : 15 Location : Beoley, England, United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of HR at Noble Foods Ltd
URL has been copied!

Insights For Selling To Neil

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Give them control of the sales process
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too
  • Address your competition clearly and confidently

DONT's

  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product
  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Neil is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Neil

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Neil move?

  • They can reach decisions quickly if they develop trust and confidence in the product.
  • Can Neil take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Neil

Personality Compatibility


More Profiles

Discover additional public profiles from our index.

Search more profiles

Looking for someone else? Search here for anyone.

Or visit Humantic AI to know more.