Claire Ingle

Claire Ingle (she/her) is a HR professional with over 27 years of experience in private, public and third sector. She has a particular interest in the inclusion agenda in the workplace for those who wish to build their families via non-traditional routes such as surrogacy.

She is a huge ally of the LGBTQ+ community in supporting those conversations and educating workplaces to ensure that all voices are heard.

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career journey so far.

I have worked in HR all my life initially in retail, and then in the NHS since 2013 in various roles in resourcing, workforce and HR. I am also a founder of a social enterprise that advocates for those on family building journeys and those who need fertility treatment to achieve this. 

I am a mum of one ( thanks to reproductive science) and have two dachshund dogs who are like my other children. I love working with people and will talk to anyone anywhere. I am always excited to learn about new things (HR related or not!).

What is one lesson or piece of advice you’d like to give aspiring LGBTQ+ leaders?

That listening to lived experience is paramount to make inclusion work.

What are you most looking forward to about joining the Health and Care LGBTQ+ Leaders Network?

To meet a diverse group of people, to make a difference, and to influence the NHS in a positive way.