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Rob Rees

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Head of People & Culture at Dowds Group
📍 Lisburn, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Rob Rees is an experienced HR leader with a diverse background in retail, technology, and hospitality. Currently the Group Head of People and Culture at Dowds Group, he focuses on creating people-centric strategies to enhance employee experiences. He is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD and holds an advanced diploma in Human Resource Development.

Outside of work, Rob is heavily involved in rugby as a referee for the Ulster Society of the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU). This passion for sport is complemented by his dedication to professional development, where he actively serves as a coach and HR mentor.

He uniquely balances a senior corporate career in human resources with the on-field responsibilities of being an active rugby referee.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Head of People & Culture
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Lisburn, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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People-Centric Strategy
He is passionate about implementing people-centric strategies throughout the entire employee lifecycle to unlock organizational talent and enhance user experience.
Leadership Development
His studies and professional focus include leadership and management development. He has also expressed concern about promoting talent without adequate leadership preparation.
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Career

Work history

9-2025
Head of People & Culture
Dowds Group
10-2023 - 8-2025
Group Head of People & Culture
Hastings Hotels, Northern Ireland
4-2022 - 9-2023
Head of People & Culture
SciLeads
6-2021 - 3-2022
Head of Learning and Development
Rocko
7-2017 - 6-2021
Regional Learning & Development Lead
Next Ltd
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Education
1998 - 2003
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Caldicot School
2015 - 2016
CIPD Level 7 - Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Development
DMS Ireland Ltd - CIPD Accredited Centre
2014 - 2015
CIPD Level 5 Diploma in Human Resource Management
DMS Ireland Ltd - CIPD Accredited Centre
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