Liane is the HR Director at Thakeham, covering the entire people remit across the business, from recruitment and wellbeing to performance management. She has worked for the organisation for the past six years during which time it has more than doubled its headcount through organic growth.

Thakeham is a leading south of England strategic land promoter and housebuilder delivering sustainable homes and strong communities. With an industry-leading focus on biodiversity and the environment, and a commitment to people and communities, it is at the forefront of placemaking in the UK.

Liane started her HR career in a number of engineering organisations, and prior to Thakeham, worked for 13 years for Ricardo Plc where she gained her Msc in Personnel & Development. Liane is also an Enterprise Advisor for a school in Reigate, Surrey, the chair for the Careers Hub for West Sussex, Brighton & Hove and represents the construction industry on the LSIP Board.