Helen Downton

Helen Downton is an accomplished HR professional with extensive experience in strategic management and day-to-day operations across public and private sectors. Currently serving as People Director and Head of HR at the Zoological Society of London since August 2019, Helen has previously held roles as a Freelance HR Consultant at HD Consulting and HR Services Director at Bucks New University, where responsibilities included resource planning and organizational development. Prior experience also includes HR Manager positions at PwC Consulting, focusing on public sector clients, and at Uxbridge College, where contributions were integral to the senior management team. Helen holds a BA (Hons) in Business Studies from De Montfort University and a Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel and Development.