Finding the key to recovery after shocking accident
Shajeda succeeds Matt Joint, who will retire after more than four and a half years in the role. We thank Matt for his outstanding leadership of our People team, which has seen major improvements in recruitment, staff wellbeing, leadership development and inclusion. His contributions have made a lasting impact on our colleagues and culture, and we wish him all the best in his retirement.
Shajeda brings over 20 years of leadership experience across both public and private sectors, including senior NHS, national and global roles in retail and manufacturing. She is a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and holds a master’s in human resources management from the University of Wolverhampton.
She is known for her progressive and innovative approach to people management and for leading award-winning work in organisational development and inclusion. Passionate about creating a diverse, engaged and supported workforce, Shajeda believes this drives better decision making, innovation and ultimately improves the care provided to patients and communities.
Chief Executive Lance McCarthy said, “I am delighted that Shajeda will be joining us in the new year. Shajeda is an experienced NHS CPO who has also undertaken national and global private sector roles and is perfectly positioned to help us continue to make FHFT the best place to work in the NHS. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Matt for his leadership of the People team over the last four years and the improvements made and to wish him well with his retirement.”
Shajeda Ahmed said, "I’m pleased to be joining Frimley Health at such an exciting time. My focus will be on building an inclusive and supportive environment where every colleague feels valued, has opportunities to grow, and is empowered to deliver the best possible care for our patients. Together, I know we will make Frimley Health one of the very best places to work in the NHS."
