Interview with Gwyn Burr: Try something new today

Strong growth during the worst economic downturn in a generation might be considered success enough for some businesses. But not Sainsbury’s. With new HR lead Gwyn Burr in place, the retail giant has further ambitious expansion plans, which will put staff centre stage.

Burr, previously customer service director at the retailer, assumed additional responsibility for HR to become customer service and colleague director last July.