Claire Douglas is HR Manager at Sharpe Pritchard, where she leads the firm’s people strategy and supports the development of an inclusive, engaged and high-performing workplace culture.
Claire is responsible for delivering the firm’s HR function, working closely with senior leadership and managers across the business to ensure colleagues are supported throughout the employee lifecycle. Her role spans recruitment, employee relations, performance management, learning and development, wellbeing and people policies, helping to ensure the firm remains an attractive and supportive place to work.
With extensive experience across professional services environments, Claire brings a practical and people-focused approach to HR. She partners with leaders across the firm to provide advice on employee matters, workforce planning and organisational development, ensuring people strategies align with business objectives.
Claire plays a key role in developing and implementing HR initiatives that support engagement, retention and professional growth. She is committed to fostering a positive working environment where colleagues are empowered to succeed and where the firm’s values are reflected in everyday practice.
She also oversees key HR processes, supports compliance with employment legislation and best practice, and helps shape initiatives that enhance employee wellbeing, diversity and inclusion.
Claire is an experienced HR professional with a background in delivering people-focused support within professional services organisations. Prior to joining Sharpe Pritchard, she held HR management roles within the legal sector, including at international law firm Skadden. There, she gained extensive experience across employee relations, recruitment, talent development and operational HR management.
Her experience in complex and fast-paced environments has equipped her with a strong understanding of the challenges faced by both employees and managers, enabling her to provide balanced, practical and commercially aware advice.
Claire is passionate about creating positive workplace experiences and building strong relationships across the business. She is committed to delivering pragmatic HR solutions that support both individual success and organisational goals.
