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Natalie Pearson

Natalie Pearson

Natalie Pearson

Group HR Manager at WPP AUNZ

Natalie, 42, is a UK native who grew up in Hong Kong before settling in Australia (Sydney & Perth) 20 years ago. Her career is rooted in advertising, spending 15 years in Account Management, handling clients like Dell, Commonwealth Bank, and UWA. Five years ago, she transitioned to Human Resources, leading the function across The Brand Agency's Perth, Melbourne, and Auckland offices.

Natalie's Account Management background provides a unique perspective in HR. She understands the importance of aligning people strategies with business goals, viewing employees as internal clients. As a mother of two, she values work-life balance and strives to create a supportive and productive work environment. Her global upbringing and client-centric approach make her a strategic and empathetic leader.

Career & Background

What inspired you to do what you are doing now?

1. Adopting a Client-Centric Perspective: Recognising that employees are internal clients, I am keen to apply my account management skills to foster their growth and satisfaction, directly impacting the agency’s success.
2. Passion for People: After years of managing client relationships, I sought a role where I could focus on empowering individuals and creating a positive work environment.
3. Strategic Impact: I saw an opportunity to leverage my understanding of business objectives to align HR strategies with the agency’s overall goals, making a more significant contribution.
4. Desire for Growth: A new challenge to learn and grow, leveraging my existing skills in a different context within an industry I love.

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Could you tell us a bit about your professional background and where you are headed in your career right now?

I have always worked in advertising. I started my career in Account Management across small and large agencies. Most recently I work in HR at The Brand Agency – where I’ve worked for 13 years.

Your favourite food for thought

Books


No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention

Podcasts / Thought Leaders

Mark Ritson
Simon Sinek

What drives and inspires you

What are your core values?

  • Humour
  • Kindness
  • Reliability

Who is your biggest inspiration and why?

My 9 year old daughter. She has learning challenges but doesn’t give up. She is dedicated, resilient and brings a unique happy energy to everything she applies herself to. I try to bring this outlook to everything I do.

You as a Mentor

Why have you decided to become a mentor?


To support emerging leaders in our industry and share any nuggets of wisdom i’ve learnt along the way.

What are the top skills or qualities you bring to mentoring?

  • Collaborative
  • Empathic
  • Respectful

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