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Ian is the Director of People and Culture at Housing 21 overseeing all aspects of people management including reward, payroll, pensions, employee benefits, HR systems and executive remuneration. Having started his career in finance before moving specifically in to reward Ian has a background in both the public and private sector having previously worked for Moy Park, Mars, Prudential, Lincolnshire County Council and the University of Lincoln.
A firm believer and champion in the importance of reward strategy as a driver for change and in supporting organisational success, Ian has previously overseen teams
that have been acknowledged for their achievements at awards for their innovative work including winning the 2021 and 2022 Employee Benefits Grand Prix award.
Ian is the current board member of the Education Competencies Consortium who focus on ensuring fair and equal pay through role evaluation and reward frameworks.
Ian has also been a recipient of the Pay and Benefits Career Accomplishment Award and was also the Employee Benefits Reward Professional of the Year in 2019. Ian also regularly contributes to professional publications and conferences within the sector providing insights into the future of work.
Starting his career in accountancy, Ian was initially driven by practical questions like, “Will this make me money?” However, he soon recognised the tendency in education and professional environments to prioritise quick solutions over meaningful reflection. This insight inspired Ian to champion the value of creating space for deeper thinking, encouraging others to pause and reflect rather than rushing to conclusions. His passion for running became a practical extension of this philosophy, teaching him the power of intentional actions and behaviours. By integrating dedicated thinking time into his goal-setting process, Ian showed how stepping back can uncover more effective solutions and foster profound self-discovery.
00:00 Careers teach self-reflection and personal growth.
06:01 Running for challenges and personal competition.
06:55 Advice that revived motivation in tough competition.
11:13 Always innovate but surround self with finishers.
14:52 Running is my escapism from work pressures.
20:12 Earn team trust in a new work environment.
21:20 Revise running routine for performance improvement.
25:44 Be real with yourself, set realistic goals.
Follow Ian:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-hodson-mscchmcippdip-26828a22/
Follow Me:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura_capindale/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauracapindale/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lauracapindale
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By Laura CapindaleIan is the Director of People and Culture at Housing 21 overseeing all aspects of people management including reward, payroll, pensions, employee benefits, HR systems and executive remuneration. Having started his career in finance before moving specifically in to reward Ian has a background in both the public and private sector having previously worked for Moy Park, Mars, Prudential, Lincolnshire County Council and the University of Lincoln.
A firm believer and champion in the importance of reward strategy as a driver for change and in supporting organisational success, Ian has previously overseen teams
that have been acknowledged for their achievements at awards for their innovative work including winning the 2021 and 2022 Employee Benefits Grand Prix award.
Ian is the current board member of the Education Competencies Consortium who focus on ensuring fair and equal pay through role evaluation and reward frameworks.
Ian has also been a recipient of the Pay and Benefits Career Accomplishment Award and was also the Employee Benefits Reward Professional of the Year in 2019. Ian also regularly contributes to professional publications and conferences within the sector providing insights into the future of work.
Starting his career in accountancy, Ian was initially driven by practical questions like, “Will this make me money?” However, he soon recognised the tendency in education and professional environments to prioritise quick solutions over meaningful reflection. This insight inspired Ian to champion the value of creating space for deeper thinking, encouraging others to pause and reflect rather than rushing to conclusions. His passion for running became a practical extension of this philosophy, teaching him the power of intentional actions and behaviours. By integrating dedicated thinking time into his goal-setting process, Ian showed how stepping back can uncover more effective solutions and foster profound self-discovery.
00:00 Careers teach self-reflection and personal growth.
06:01 Running for challenges and personal competition.
06:55 Advice that revived motivation in tough competition.
11:13 Always innovate but surround self with finishers.
14:52 Running is my escapism from work pressures.
20:12 Earn team trust in a new work environment.
21:20 Revise running routine for performance improvement.
25:44 Be real with yourself, set realistic goals.
Follow Ian:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-hodson-mscchmcippdip-26828a22/
Follow Me:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura_capindale/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauracapindale/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lauracapindale