HR director of the year 2010: The shortlist HRmagazine.co.uk
Booker introduced a new HR strategy in July 2009, designed to provide BG Group with the skills to succeed across the gas chain. The HR strategy is closely aligned with the business strategy and is designed to meet the changing demands of the business in both the short and long term. The introduction of the new strategy has been well received throughout the business, particularly in the HR function even during periods of uncertainty when restructuring the function. Booker has also delivered significant savings through streamlining processes and raising awareness of cost consciousness. The HR function has made significant advancements in the past year since Robert's appointment and is now well placed to deliver the new strategy.Prior to joining the BG in 2006, Booker worked as a senior HR consultant for Ernst & Young and Mercer Human Resource Consulting in the UK and Canada. He is a chartered accountant and holds a Masters in Finance from London Business School. He is currently responsible for all matters relating to human resources strategy and policy.
