Rachel Dawes

People Director

Rachel joined Juriba in the summer of 2024 as the company’s first People Director, with a mandate to define and drive the global People strategy while enhancing the overall colleague experience.

A passionate HR professional, Rachel earned a 2:1 Honours degree in Human Resource Management, laying the foundation for a prominent career across multiple sectors. She has held leadership roles in prestigious global organizations, including Tesco, White Stuff, Jimmy Choo, and Go City, where she has provided strategic counsel to executive teams, spearheaded transformative organizational change initiatives, and managed a broad range of HR functions across head office, supply chain, technology, and retail operations.

Outside of her professional role, Rachel enjoys life in the countryside with her family and dogs. She also volunteers, supporting early childhood development and fostering connections among parents and carers in the community.