Denise Sefton is an experienced human resources professional currently serving as the Interim Chief People Officer at Hargreaves Lansdown since March 2025. In addition, Denise operates Sefton People Consulting as an Executive and Leadership Coach, Consultant, and Board Member, a role held since April 2024. Denise is also a Board Trustee and the Remuneration Committee Chair for Brain Tumour Research, effective since August 2023. Previous notable positions include Chief People Officer at dunnhumby, HR Director for EMEA at Experian, and VP of HR in the UK at CGI, among others. Denise has pursued further education with a Professional Certificate in Executive Coaching from Henley Business School, expected to conclude in July 2024, following a degree from The University of Sheffield.