Trudi Brown is the new Business Development Officer at Commsave Credit Union, one of the largest credit unions in the UK. Here, she talks about herself, her new role and her ambitions for the future.
Before joining Commsave, I worked at a private pathology lab. I joined eight years ago and worked my way up from office administrator to account manager. My biggest career challenge to date was definitely Covid. We were classed as front-line workers and acted as an overflow for the NHS, so the hours were relentless, and I often worked through the night just to keep up.
This year felt right for a new challenge and I wanted to move away from the healthcare sector. When I saw the Commsave job advertised I did a little digging and looked at the company’s social media channels. I was immediately struck by the positive vibe – I could tell immediately it would be a great place to work and would be a place I could feel valued. And I was right.
New challenge
My role is varied and exciting. I’ll be networking and generally meeting and chatting to businesses. Essentially, my job is to secure new payroll partners. It’s certainly not a hard sell, as there is no cost and lots of benefits. My message to businesses is simple: working with Commsave makes you an attractive employer to work for, it adds to your employee benefits package and it is a great and practical way to support your employees at a time when many people are really struggling.
I’m looking forward to getting out and about and building up a rapport with companies here in Northamptonshire. Yes, it might be a challenge at the start but because I believe in this, I am confident.
When I’m not working: I really enjoy long walks, weekends away and seeing new places; I climbed Snowdon last year with friends. Recently I went to Bakewell in the Peak District – a few pubs and lots of walking, the perfect combination. My partner is originally from Wales, so we go there every so often. I also like to zone out in the gym with my music full blast and when I’m home, you’ll find me curled up watching a drama series with my cat, Mowgli. He’s a very pampered Bengal and keeps me on my toes.
Financial wellbeing for your team
Look after your employees and they will look after your customers. Nearly everyone these days is experiencing upheaval with their finances, so helping your team afford life is also a great way of helping them be productive in the workplace.
Becoming a Commsave Payroll Partner shows your staff you care and that you can improve their financial wellbeing – simply and practically.
As a Payroll Partner (there is no cost to the employer) you will receive an employee benefits package, which means you can set up a payroll deduction scheme with us, empowering your employees to save straight from their pay packet.
Find out more on the website or email Trudi at trudibrown@commsave.co.uk
