App-only bank Atom Bank has appointed Ayshea Robertson as its new chief people officer.
In her role, Robertson will work with the executive committee and people experience team to deliver a high-quality employee journey, while also overseeing Atom’s recruitment strategy to ensure it attracts and retains the highest calibre of talent.
Robertson will drive innovation and performance to ensure that Atom Bank is an innovative and good place to work in the UK. She will also focus on the continued expansion of the bank’s initiatives in the North East to create opportunities and address the region’s skills gap, overseeing its programme of internships and mentoring opportunities for local students.
She joins from internet service provider Zen Internet, where she spent six years as chief people officer and board director. She has experience leading HR functions within a wide range of businesses, such as Bellway Homes, Technology Services Group and Newcastle Building Society.
Robertson said: “I’m hugely excited to be joining Atom at a crucial stage of development for the business. I love the purpose, vision and values of Atom, they match my own value set, and being part of a purpose-led business is very important to me. Additionally, the fact that Atom is based in the North East gives me the chance to be part of the growth of a local business and the opportunity to give back to the community I live in. My main focus will be building on the great culture, driving performance and making sure the people strategy supports the ambitious objectives the business has.”
Mark Mullen, chief executive officer at Atom Bank, added: “With extensive experience at an executive level and with a genuine commitment to people, Ayshea comes with excellent credentials and a proven track record across a range of organisations and sectors. Ayshea’s leadership will be critical to our success as we drive our cultural renewal programme and continue to make Atom one of the best places to work in the UK.”
