Law firm to boost professional development with new appointment

Harrison Drury has appointed a new learning and development manager to support with developing its team and nurturing future talent.

Lisa Edwards will be responsible for developing and managing the firm’s learning initiatives and supporting the personal and professional growth of its staff across all levels and disciplines. 

She joins after spending three years as head of learning and development with the Staffordshire Police and has over 20 years of experience implementing learning and development strategies.

As part of her role, Lisa will enhance and manage the HD Academy - an internal programme designed to provide its people with the training and skills required to succeed in their role.

Laura Dover, head of operations at Harrison Drury, said: “Bringing Lisa onboard is an important and strategic appointment.

“It reflects our commitment to create a culture of collaboration and professional leadership which supports and develops our colleagues across all specialisms within the business - which has helped us achieve a place in the ‘Top 100 Best Mid-Sized Companies to Work For’.

Lisa is also a member of the CIPD and is currently studying a L7 ILM in Executive Coaching and Mentoring.

She added: “I’m looking forward to working across the business to design and deliver a framework that will support the next generation of legal professionals.”