Sharon Brook (Mellor) (FCIPD)

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Head of HR Operations at University Academy 92 (UA92)

Manchester Area, United Kingdom

Overview

As Head of HR Operations at University Academy 92, Sharon is a commercially astute and dynamic HR leader specializing in strategy, employee engagement, and management development. She holds a CIPD Level 7 qualification and is described by colleagues as intelligent, engaging, and a role model who motivates people to deliver results.

She is a GC Index Accredited Practitioner, indicating specialized expertise in analyzing and maximizing the impact of individuals and teams.

Personality Overview

Charismatic

Achievement-Oriented

Informal

They are charming and have the ability to align others behind their decisions.  They like to keep things under control. If they come to believe in your value proposition, they will be your champion.

Topics They Care About

People & Culture
Her professional headline states she is "passionate about people, performance and culture, " which is a consistent theme throughout her career experience.
Higher Education Innovation
She publicly posts about UA92's mission of "redefining how things are done in HE" and encourages people to be a part of the movement.
Talent Development
Lists management development and L&D as core specialties and holds a certification in "Leading Learning & Development, " showing a focus on professional growth.

Media Appearances

Sharon has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2025
Head of HR Operations at University Academy 92 (UA92)
7-2024 - 8-2025
Senior L&D Partner at Raytheon UK
6-2020 - 7-2024
HR Partner at Raytheon UK
11-2018 - 5-2020
Shared Services Leader at Swinton Group
7-2018 - 10-2018
Payroll & HR Operations Manager at Swinton Group

Education

CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in HR Management from Wigan & Leigh

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Exp : 8 Location : Manchester Area, United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of HR Operations at University Academy 92 (UA92)
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Insights For Selling To Sharon

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Talk about yourself and some of your achievements at the start of the conversation
  • Display high self-confidence and expect them to have a strong personality.

DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness
  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don’t force involvement of other stakeholders unless it is critical

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Sharon is

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

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


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Sharon move?

  • If you earn their trust and they develop faith in the product, they can make decisions quickly.
  • Can Sharon take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Sharon

Personality Compatibility


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