Andy Hodder

Dr Andy Hodder is a Reader in Employment Relations at the Department of Management, Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. He joined the institution in 2012 and currently serves as Head of the Organisation, Work and Employment Group. He held the role of University Director of Postgraduates (PGT) from 2019 to 2021.

His educational background includes a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice from the University of Birmingham, a PhD in Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations, an MRes in Social Science Research Methods, and a BA (Hons) in Business Administration and Human Resource Management, all from Keele University.

Dr Hodder’s research centers on contemporary employment relations, particularly focusing on trade union action and identity, youth engagement with unions, and the impact of new technologies on work. His work bridges theoretical and practical aspects of industrial relations, often involving collaboration with major trade unions such as the TUC, GMB, and PCS.

The recent publications reflect a strong trend in analyzing digital transformation in labor movements, youth unionization, and the sociopolitical dimensions of strike actions. His editorial leadership in journals like New Technology, Work and Employment underscores his influence in the field.

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
• Co-editor-in-chief, New Technology, Work and Employment
• Secretary, British Universities Industrial Relations Association (2019–2022)

Dr Hodder is actively involved in academic service, including editorial roles and leadership in research groups. He is a member of several associations, including the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, British Sociological Association, and Labor and Employment Relations Association. He has co-edited multiple book series and special journal issues, contributing significantly to scholarly discourse on trade unionism and employment relations.