Management Team

Paul Alekna
CEO
Paul is the co-founder and CEO of Workforce and responsible for the Group’s overall strategy and long-term direction. Paul started the business in 2003 with brother Joe and continues to spearhead our growth and transformation into one of the UK’s leading employers, workforce solutions and training experts. Paul has been in the recruitment industry since 1997.

Joe Alekna
MD
One of the driving forces behind the growth of Workforce, Joe co-founded the firm in 2003 with brother Paul. As Managing Director, Joe is responsible for the daily running of the business and maintaining positive relations with our clients. Joe also leads the development of services we offer businesses in both the temporary and permanent recruitment markets.

Trudy Harding
DIRECTOR QUALITY, COMPLIANCE & TRAINING
Trudy has been in the recruitment industry since 1993 and has been with Workforce since 2009. Trudy and her team are responsible for supporting new and existing employees with all HR related issues and personal development – ensuring they follow the correct policies and procedures to maintain our fully compliant track record.

Amy Byng
ACCOUNT DIRECTOR
Amy has been with Workforce since 2010, progressing from senior consultant, to account manager and branch manager. Amy now leads and manages key accounts with the logistics and food manufacturing sectors, and is responsible for the delivery of excellent service to all these clients.

Daniel Waite
HEAD OF WORKFORCE PROFESSIONAL
Dan brings an abundance of both technical and manufacturing industry knowledge having learned the ropes as a Specialist Engineering Consultant. Dan joined Workforce in 2010 and his experience spans supporting employers within the Aerospace, Automotive and General Manufacturing sectors.

Gary Grundy
ACCOUNT DIRECTOR
Gary has been with Workforce since 2014, progressing from consultant, to senior consultant and now Head of Manufacturing where he manages a strong team and key accounts with the manufacturing, technical and engineering sectors, and is responsible for the delivery of excellent service to all these clients.

Inna Shipley
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Inna has been with Workforce in 2011 since when she has worked her way up through the business to her current position of Operations Manager. Inna is responsible for managing and leading our teams of Commercial, Industrial, Driving and Manufacturing consultants providing support and guidance.