Our Team

Lorraine is a CIPD-qualified HR professional with extensive experience supporting businesses across a wide range of employee matters. Her passion for people and workplace development began while working in the Education sector during her Foundation Degree studies at the University of Derby, inspiring her to build a successful HR career across both public and private sectors.

Known for her approachable and people-focused style, Lorraine has developed broad HR expertise and enjoys partnering with small and medium-sized businesses to help them grow, develop their teams, and create positive workplace cultures.

I am an experienced HR Advisor with a Level 5 qualification from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), coming from a Recruitment background before moving into HR.

I have supported businesses in most industries, although I spent many HR years in the dynamic hospitality industry, where I have developed an understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within this sector, particularly navigating casual contracts and contrasting personalities.

Our HR Advisor Sophie Cuthbert is a dedicated HR professional with a BA (Hons) degree in Business and Human Resource Management from Anglia Ruskin University. With over four years of experience at Fig HR, Sophie is passionate about inclusive workplaces and driving employee engagement.

Her commitment to creating positive and productive work environments shows in her favourite HR practices, which include guiding new employees through onboarding and integration. Sophie is also keen on developing her skills in Learning and Development, ensuring continuous growth for both employees and our clients at Fig HR.

I am an HR Advisor with a passion for building strong connections and developing trusted relationships with both colleagues and clients. I enjoy the variety that HR brings, from the administrative and behind-the-scenes work that keeps everything running smoothly, to being on-site with clients, meeting new people, and supporting on employee relations matters.

Having progressed from HR Officer to HR Advisor during my time at FIG HR, I have continued to grow my knowledge and experience across a range of sectors. With a strong background in education, I am now also building my expertise within other industries, including manufacturing.

With over 20 years’ experience in Human Resources, I’ve supported SMEs across sectors including care and charity. As a CIPD-qualified HR consultant and Mental Health First Aider, I’m passionate about helping organisations build strong, people-focused foundations that drive growth and success.

HR is about people, not just policies. I’ve seen how effective employee relations, leadership development, change management, and well-managed restructures can transform workplaces. Whether navigating employment law or handling sensitive issues, my focus is on empowering both businesses and their people.

With over seven years’ experience in hospitality, including several years in event management, I’ve developed a strong foundation in working with people and thriving in fast-paced environments. I’m now building on that experience as I study towards my Level 3 CIPD Certificate in People Practice and continue my career in HR.

Outside of work, I’m a Grade 8 pianist with a passion for music, and I also enjoy crocheting, creative writing and poetry. I enjoy learning, being creative and making meaningful connections with others.

I have over four years of recruitment experience across a variety of sectors, from food manufacturing to agriculture, horticulture and the wider rural industry. I enjoy the diversity of recruiting for everything from skilled shop floor positions to specialist and leadership roles. Helping people find opportunities that are the right fit for them is one of the most rewarding aspects of my role. Building strong relationships with clients and candidates is equally important to me and I’m passionate about delivering a positive recruitment experience from start to finish.

Alongside my recruitment career, I have a keen interest in HR and enjoy developing my knowledge of employee relations, people development, and workplace culture.