With a focus on empowering people through education, best practice and compliance, we can assist you with managing the start to end of the employment life cycle.
Who We Are
Becoming HR is a full-service HR consulting firm. With a focus on empowering people through education, best practice and compliance, we can assist you with managing the start to end of the employment life cycle. It is your what, why and how of employment management.
Being aligned with, and knowledgeable about the sub elements that underpin both compliance and people management in the workplace is critical for success. One example is the need to feel and be safe. It is now critical with the emergence of psychological safety as a factor as a potential legal potential threat. Just one area where “becoming” an aware and competent employer matters a great deal.
Becoming HR can facilitate and support you to achieve your people goals. It can include contract management, recruitment, onboarding, the range of performance processes, employee training and development, navigation of employment challenges, and a full range of performance processes, problems or sometimes ending the employer/employee relationship.
Your HR challenges are our opportunity to objectively listen, provide input, craft solutions and support your people position. We partner with you to transform your people strategy into an actionable plan for success.
Our Team
Jess Gleeson
FOUNDER & HR CONSULTANT
Sharpened Skills, Strategic Thinking
Jess combines strategic thinking with practical experience and holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) and Bachelor of Arts (Media and Communication)(Public Relations), along with an MBA. As a practicing AHRI member, her expertise spans both business and communication.
From Accounting to HR
With a diverse background, Jess has transitioned from accounting to HR consulting in various SME industries. Her unique experience bridges financial and human aspects of business success.
Adaptable and Agile
An adaptable consultant, Jess tailors solutions to specific needs, leveraging her event management experience to exemplify effective people management.
Strategic Problem Solver
Jess uses logical and creative thinking to solve complex HR challenges, employing peripheral thinking principles for strategic solutions.
Well-Rounded Professional
Balancing her professional life with activities like pilates and tennis, Jess demonstrates a commitment to physical and mental well-being, offering a strategic and well-rounded approach to HR challenges.
Mary Coverdale
LEADERSHIP & TRAINING CONSULTANT
Bridging the Gap Between Strategy and Execution
Mary combines leadership, communication, and people management skills from her career in sport and education to benefit your business.
Strategic Implementation
With experience on Boards in health, sport, and youth services, Mary excels at turning strategic plans into actionable results, ensuring effective execution of organisational goals.
Motivational Leadership
Mary’s leadership in schools and regional initiatives, and as a former manager of the Australian Swimming Team, showcases her ability to inspire teams and achieve high standards.
Communication Expertise
As a skilled trainer and public speaker, Mary excels in conveying complex information clearly, engaging teams and stakeholders for alignment and buy-in.
Building Strong Relationships
Mary’s understanding of people dynamics enables her to build strong relationships at all organisational levels, fostering collaboration and community.
Lifelong Learner and Achiever
Passionate about reading and competing in triathlons, Mary’s commitment to continuous improvement translates into a results-oriented approach.