This document provides a profile and summary for Paul Harrap, an experienced HR Manager with over 27 years of experience in the UK Armed Forces. He has specialized in diversity, HR and change management for the last 10 years. Some of his achievements include developing STEM programs engaged over 3,000 students, managing a £600k budget for diversity programs, and establishing continuous improvement initiatives that tripled events during his tenure. He holds various postgraduate qualifications in strategic human resource management and leadership.

1. P A U L H A R R A P
8 Primrose Lane, Cranwell, Sleaford, LINCS, NG348DZ /
Tel : 07823332383
Email: prharrap@btinternet.com
Profile
Dynamic, conscientious and dependable HR Manager with over 27 years of wide experience within
the UK Armed Forces serving in the UK and overseas. Originally trained as a Medic, I have for the
last 10 years specialised in developing and implementing a range of initiatives in diversity, HR and
CR. This individual is a highly motivated, proactive, resourceful and personable individual with proven
experience in HR and Project Management. An established ability to contribute at both Strategic and
Operational level when delivering people management strategies. An astute budget stakeholder and
auditor. An experienced HR Manager, able to assimilate large amounts of information and distil it into
presentation format to CEO level standard. Confident and self-disciplined, enjoys responsibility, high
standards and has the ability to motivate and inspire others. A skilled planner, organiser and problem
solver with a flair for creativity and a keen eye for detail. Tactful, diplomatic, fully conversant with Data
Protection Act/FOI protocols. Deep Vetted Security Cleared and possessing clean Full UK Driving
Licence.
Functional Skills
Equality & Diversity Mediation Strategic Leadership
Performance Management Financial acumen Budget control
Policy Implementer Project Management Change Management
Excellent Communicator Facilitator & Mentor IT Literate
Career Summary and Achievements
Royal Navy – Jul 1989 – 1995
Royal Air Force – 1995 – Current
Diversity Manager & Project Manager – Cranwell 2014 – Current
Management of diversity engagement events and programmes with external BAME, LGBT and
Gender organisations.
Management of diversity recruiting policy for the RAF with lead engagement with other stakeholders.
Developed STEM curriculum activities with external partners and educational establishments –
successfully delivered to 3,000 students in 18 months. Current STEM Ambassador.
Budget holder for funding RAF diversity strategy and engagement objectives – Yearly Budget
£600K.
Developed work residential placements with youth target groups to promote the RAF as a career of
choice – Programme awarded the Race for Opportunities “Future Workforce Award” in 2015.
LEAN & Continuous Improvement Manager – Cranwell 2013 – 2014
Organisation and management of RAF Cranwell’s Continuous Improvement activity.
Fostering the CI and Quality ethos, training and awareness across RAF Cranwell by establishing a
network of CI and Quality Champions. Training delivered to 400 employees.
Planned and directed improvement events aligned to the organisation’s objectives. - As a result, CI
events tripled during my tenure resulting in numerous efficiencies made in time and
manpower.

2. Human Resource Planning Manager – High Wycombe 2012 – 2013
Managed and provided manpower for all worldwide RAF posts in operational areas including
Afghanistan- In excess of 4000 posts, also pivotal in co-ordinating the initial deployment of
manpower for new operation in West Africa.
Delivered all pre-deployment briefs for personnel deploying on operations worldwide.
Planned RAF Manpower requirements for emerging operations in the Middle East.
Human Resource Manager – Cosford 2010 – 2012
Accountable for all Human Resource Services for in excess of 2500 military personnel.
Delivered top level personnel management output for Pay, Allowances, Compassionate and customer
related casework.
Undertook presentations to over 2000 personnel at all levels to support implementation of
redundancy and new Pension scheme.
Prepared and delivered regular presentations to CEO level on manpower reductions, associated
redundancy plans, and provided impact statements and advice on strategies to deliver a more cost
efficient customer interface.
Provided Cosford with a strong and positive Equality and Diversity culture via a robust educational
awareness programme – Package delivered to 2000 personnel.
Line Manager for 30 HR personnel
Performance Manager – Waddington 2008 – 2010
Maintained and coordinated Waddington’s Performance and Risk Reporting Matrix.
Prepared and delivered quarterly presentations to CEO on Waddington’s Performance and Risk
Reporting Matrix.
Identified and established Balance Score Cards that were aligned with Waddington’s CEOs strategic
long term goals.
Coordination and control of Waddington Human Resource provision for tasking to Operations and
Exercises worldwide.
Previous Experience
Commissioned as an Officer in the Royal Air Force in 2006 into the Personnel Branch.
Served as a Medic in the Royal Navy 1989-1995 reaching the rank of Leading Hand.
Served as a Medic in the Royal Air Force 1996-2006 reaching the rank of Sergeant.
Served operationally as a Medic in Bosnia, Oman, Iraq and Afghanistan.
Awarded the Order of St John in the 2005 Queens New Year Honours List.
Education
PG Diploma Strategic Human Resource Management at Stafford University awarded in 2014.
PG Cert Strategic Human Resource Management at Stafford University awarded in 2012.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management through Institute of Leadership and Management
awarded in 2009.
Training and Career Development
Care in Leadership Course Unit Security Officer Course Recruit and Select Course
Selection Interviewing Course Accounts Manager Course Risk Management Principles
Business Continuity Course Equality Diversity Advisor CIPD Accredited Mediator
LEAN Principles LEAN Facilitator TRiM Practitioner
Personal
Interests include running, competing at 5km through to full marathons, raising money for numerous
charities.