Claire Hedley

Claire Hedley is an Assistant Professor in the Leadership and Human Resource Management Department at Northumbria University. Her research focuses on employee voice, social networks, and the intersection of technology with organizational behavior. She holds an MA in Human Resource Management (2012).

Education:

• MA in Human Resource Management, Awarded: 10 Dec 2012

Her research interests include exploring how social networks and technological developments influence employee communication, social capital, and organizational culture. She has investigated topics such as the moral foundations of corporate social legacy and the role of enterprise social networks in amplifying employee voice.

Recent Research Trends: Her work bridges traditional HRM concepts with modern technological tools, emphasizing how organizations can leverage social networks to enhance employee engagement and ethical practices. The 2025 article highlights the enduring role of social legacy in shaping firm ethics, while the 2015 study examines how digital platforms reshape employee voice mechanisms.

Grants & Advising: Supervised 2 works (specific details not listed). No grants explicitly mentioned.

Labs/Teams: No dedicated lab/team mentioned, though collaborations with researchers like N. Burton and M. Sinnicks are noted.