Issy Clarkson

As Head of People, I am focused on helping find, grow, and keep the best team at Propeller. Day to day, I split my time between our office, people partnering and talent functions across Australia, the Philipines and the USA. 

I really believe meaningful work with good people makes you a happier and more fulfilled human, and I love that the People team has the opportunity to impact this for our team.

Propeller is full of down-to-earth, open, kind people. We have high standards and deeply care about our customers and team. I feel really lucky to work with people I like and respect so much every day. So yes! I would recommend :)

I grew up in the UK and started my career in London as a Management Consultant. I worked in large companies and learned a tonne, but found it hard to connect the work I was doing with the overall business success. I wanted to be closer to how businesses work. This got me interested in startups. 

7 years ago I joined Propeller in an operations role but always stayed close to how we hired and supported our people.  4 years ago (about 2 weeks before covid!) I stepped into my current role, and haven't looked back!

This role is all about being empathetic, pragmatic, and proactive.

I'd love to hear how you've made things happen without 100% of the information, found solutions to difficult, nuanced problems, and brought others along on the journey.