Matrix is pleased to announce the appointment of Leslie Weare as its new Business Director. This key appointment is part of Matrix’s ambitious expansion strategy as the company continues to build on its reputation as one of the UK’s leading workforce management solutions providers. Weare will report directly to Chief Strategic Officer Suzi Smith and will be part of the strategic team responsible for driving growth across new market sectors.
Weare brings over 29 years of leadership experience in the health and social care staffing industry. Most recently, she served as Senior Business Director at Hays where she spearheaded the growth of health and social care partnerships across the South and East regions. Her career also includes senior roles at Reed Health & Care and The Prince’s Trust where she demonstrated a strong ability to develop strategies, empower high-performing teams and foster long-term partnerships.
Speaking about her new role, Weare commented: “I aim to ensure our customers get the very best from Matrix and all it can offer. My focus is on helping our clients solve staffing challenges while making the best use of their resources. Efficiency and effectiveness are key priorities, enabling our clients to make informed and sustainable decisions about staffing needs.”
In her role at Matrix, Weare will oversee client satisfaction, revenue optimisation and contract renewals. She will lead cross-functional collaboration to deliver exceptional customer experiences and ensure Matrix remains at the forefront of the workforce solutions industry. A key focus will be leveraging technology and data analytics to enhance client relationships, including maximising the capabilities of Matrix’s new platform, Prism.
Commenting on the appointment, Suzi Smith, Chief Strategic Officer at Matrix, said: “Leslie stood out for her unparalleled expertise in health and social care staffing and her proven track record of building meaningful client partnerships. Her leadership style which includes empowering teams and fostering continuous improvement aligns perfectly with Matrix’s vision. We are excited to have her on board to support our expansion and deliver even greater value to our clients.”
In her capacity as Business Director Weare will also play a pivotal role in shaping Matrix’s customer relationship management strategy, driving innovation and ensuring that the company’s client-centric values remain at the heart of its operations. Leslie’s background as a strategic business leader and experienced change manager makes her uniquely qualified to navigate the challenges of a dynamic, technology-led environment. Her focus on adding social value and her commitment to excellence in client service will undoubtedly strengthen Matrix’s position in the market.
