Meet the PCL team

Leveraging our evidence-based tools and deeply rooted customer-centric approach, the team at PCL combine a wide range of expertise, extensive experience, and a shared dedication to deliver psychometric assessments and consulting services that yield significant and meaningful impact.

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Geoff Trickey

CEO | BSc MSc CPsychol AFBPsS FRSA

Geoff Trickey

CEO | BSc MSc CPsychol AFBPsS FRSA

Geoff is a Chartered Psychologist with a BSc in Psychology and an MSc in Educational Psychology from University College London (UCL). He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. Through roles as Honorary Research Fellow at UCL, European Manager for The Psychological Corporation (San Antonio, USA), followed by a long association with Bob and Joyce Hogan at Hogan Assessment Systems (Tulsa, USA), he has been privileged to work with an exceptionally influential pool of talent and laid the basis for an informed global perspective on psychological practices. Geoff set up PCL in 1992 and has overseen its continuous growth to establish its current global presence. He now devotes much of his time to research-based consultancy and innovative product development.

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Gillian Hyde

Managing Director & Chief Psychologist | BSc MPhil(Cantab) MSc CPsychol AFBPsS

Gillian Hyde

Managing Director & Chief Psychologist | BSc MPhil(Cantab) MSc CPsychol AFBPsS

A Chartered Psychologist with more than 30 years’ experience, Gillian has particular expertise in assessing personality, values, derailers and emotional intelligence. Her work encompasses in-depth individual assessments for both selection and development, consulting on the management of extreme personality characteristics or emotional intelligence for individual and team development, applying assessment results to high potential programmes, and researching personality and derailment patterns within organisations. She also designs tailor-made assessment solutions for clients, including assessment centres, and is an expert trainer on the Hogan Assessment instruments.

Currently enrolled on the Meyler Campbell Mastered Executive Coach programme, Gillian is looking forward to broadening her professional repertoire through the offering of coaching services to PCL clients. As Chief Psychologist at PCL, Gillian has worked with a diverse range of organisations including UBS, HBoS, Standard Chartered, VirginMedia, HMRC, The British Council, Costa Coffee, Freshfields, Condé Nast and BMW.

Gillian has a BSc in Psychology from UCL, an MPhil in Criminology from Cambridge and an MSc in Occupational and Organisational Psychology from Birkbeck College, London. She has served on the Steering Committee for Test Standards for the British Psychological Society and is a founder member of the Association of Business Psychologists. She is enrolled on the Meyler Campbell Mastered Executive Coach programme and expecting to graduate in September 2023.

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Helen Ling

Principal Consultant Psychologist | MSc

Helen Ling

Principal Consultant Psychologist | MSc

After completing her MSc in Occupational Psychology, Helen worked as an in-house Psychologist for a range of organisations, focusing initially on the design and delivery of volume assessment solutions, then specialising in the deep-dive initiatives associated with leadership assessment and top talent development. She focuses on helping organisations make practical, long-term use of talent diagnostics, and has a particular interest in understanding how mindset and personality can limit or enhance Leadership potential at both an individual and group level.

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Chloe Davis

Senior Consultant Psychologist | BSc MSc

Chloe Davis

Senior Consultant Psychologist | BSc MSc

Chloe gained her BSc in Psychology in 2015 and MSc in Organisational Psychology in 2020. She is also a BPS-qualified Test User in Occupational Ability and Personality Testing. Chloe has worked with a large range of clients within the public and private sector, previously working as a Consultant Psychologist providing practical, long-term solutions to organisations supporting neurodivergent individuals and leaders. Chloe has a particular passion for supporting organisations in finding the best person for the job through inclusive practice and design.

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Elliot Phillips

Senior Consultant Psychologst | BSc MSc

Elliot Phillips

Senior Consultant Psychologst | BSc MSc

Elliot obtained his Masters Degree in Occupational Psychology back in 2019 and since then has been immersed in the world of personality and psychometrics.

Having embarked on a career journey that spans across continents, Elliot’s professional background began at PCL, followed by a stint working for the Australian Hogan distributor Peter Berry Consultancy, and he has now returned to the United Kingdom. This international exposure has not only broadened Elliot’s horizons but also equipped him with a diverse perspective on personality psychology and its practical applications.

Elliot experience with psychometrics spans research, course delivery and implementation across a variety of selection and development projects. His passion sits with all things personality and how to utilise insights through psychological data.

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Sophie Edwards

Senior Consultant Psychologist | BA(Hons) MSc

Sophie Edwards

Senior Consultant Psychologist | BA(Hons) MSc

Sophie completed her BA(Hons) in Education with Psychology in 2020 and then her MSc in Psychology in 2021. She is a BPS Qualified Test User in Occupational Ability and Personality Testing. Prior to joining PCL, Sophie specialised in assessments for selection purposes within Executive Search, working with a range of clients from across the consumer sector to secure them outstanding leaders. She has extensive experience of using the OPQ and Insights Discovery. Sophie particularly enjoys working with clients who prioritise fit and style, in order to build successful relationships.

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Anna Pettinger

Marketing & Business Development Manager | BA (Hons) | CIM level 6

Anna Pettinger

Marketing & Business Development Manager | BA (Hons) | CIM level 6

Anna graduated from the University of Sheffield with a BA in Business Management and holds a Chartered Institute of Marketing Digital Diploma in Professional Marketing (level 6). Prior to joining PCL, Anna was the Newstrade Promotions Manager at global publisher, Condé Nast, as well as a freelance Marketing Consultant.

At PCL, Anna is responsible for marketing campaigns across the PCL portfolio, through content creation (articles, blogs, PR, newsletters, sales material, and video), event coordination and execution, nurturing and building relationships with stakeholders, social media strategy and ad management.

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Melissa Asante-Crook

Operations Manager | Assoc. CIPD

Melissa Asante-Crook

Operations Manager | Assoc. CIPD

Melissa joined PCL as Office Manager in 2019. With several years’ experience as an Office Manager, she worked as an HR Manager after gaining a Level 5 CIPD in Human Resource Management in 2016. Melissa brings a wealth of experience in operational and commercial awareness. At PCL, Melissa is responsible for managing the day to day running of the office, operational strategies and assisting clients with queries and technical support.

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Simon Toms

Principal Research Psychologist | MSc PhD CPsychol CSci AFBPsS

Simon Toms

Principal Research Psychologist | MSc PhD CPsychol CSci AFBPsS

After completing his BSc in Psychology at the University of Gloucestershire, Simon was awarded an MSc and PhD in the discipline of Occupational Psychology. He is a Chartered Member and Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society, a Chartered Scientist of the Science Council, and Principal Practitioner of the Association for Business Psychology. He can also be found on the Register of Qualifications in Test Use (RQTU) and the BPS Directory of Chartered Psychologists.

Simon has researched and written extensively around the subject of temporary employment. He has published a book, written academic papers, and presented his findings at national and international conferences. He was awarded a place on the 2015/16 British Psychological Society’s ‘Leadership Development Programme’ and has held volunteering roles with the BPS and European Association of Work and Organizational Psychology.

Simon is a frequent Guest Lecturer who has spoken at various institutions including Coventry University, Bath Spa University, the University of Sussex, Goldsmiths University, the University of Hertfordshire and the University of Gloucestershire. He has also worked as an associate with Quest Partnership Ltd and Capp in the area of selection and assessment.

At PCL, Simon has responsibility for research and product development.

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Sandra Drewett

Business Support Administrator

Sandra Drewett

Business Support Administrator

Before joining PCL, Sandra spent 20 years in private medical insurance. In her role as Business Support Administrator, Sandra takes responsibility for training coordination and client support.

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Adam Boukadida

Graduate Business Psychologist | BSc MSc

Adam Boukadida

Graduate Business Psychologist | BSc MSc

Adam joins us from studying an MSc in Occupational Psychology at The University of Sheffield, where he achieved a distinction for his extensive research into workplace culture – completed in collaboration with the UK Home Office. Prior to this, Adam spent five years as a teacher in Vietnam and Singapore, following the completion of his undergraduate degree in Psychology at Northumbria University.

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Amy Dedman

Graduate Business Psychologist | BSc MSc

Amy Dedman

Graduate Business Psychologist | BSc MSc

Amy joins us from studying an MSc in Social & Organisational Psychology at The University of Exeter. Prior to this, Amy completed of her undergraduate degree in Psychology.

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Amanda Collins

Finance Manager | BSc

Amanda Collins

Finance Manager | BSc

Amanda returned to PCL in 2018 in the Finance Team, having previously served as Office Manager in 2013.

She obtained her BSc in Microbiology with Medical Bioscience from the University of Kent, Canterbury. After leaving university she worked in some of the major pharmaceutical companies within the UK and spent a year working in Switzerland within the same industry. Her career changed directions when she started working at Sandpiper Accountancy Ltd in 2014, and she is very happy to be back at PCL.

At PCL, Amanda works within the Finance Team to handle invoicing processes and deal with client queries.

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Lee Carnell

Web Developer

Lee Carnell

Web Developer

Lee joined PCL in 2009 after ten years of developing web services for the loyalty/benefit sector. His key role is to develop and integrate new technologies into the psychometric testing platform that PCL operates. Lee is also responsible for the technical management and maintenance of PCL’s websites.

Associates

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Nicola Shergold

Associate Consultant Psychologist | BA MSc CPsychol

Nicola Shergold

Associate Consultant Psychologist | BA MSc CPsychol

Nicola graduated from the University of Exeter with a degree in Psychology with European Studies (French) in 2000 and went on to obtain her Masters in Occupational Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London, the following year. She is now a Chartered Psychologist.

Nicola has extensive experience in the design, development and running of assessment and development solutions for a wide variety of public and private sector clients. She previously worked for a consultancy specialising in assessment centre design, and further developed her knowledge and expertise working in assessment and development-focused roles at both the BBC and the Royal Bank of Scotland. She has designed, run and validated assessment centres for a wide range of roles including graduate, entry-level and senior roles.

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Jackie Barber

Associate Consultant Psychologist | BSc (Hons) MSc

Jackie Barber

Associate Consultant Psychologist | BSc (Hons) MSc

Jackie is a business psychologist and executive coach. She specialises in leadership assessment and development and has a particular interest in resilience and psychological wellbeing, helping people to manage workplace demands and support high performance in a healthy, sustainable way.

Jackie graduated from the University of Exeter with a BSc in Psychology and gained a distinction in her MSc in Occupational Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London. She is a Certified Executive Coach with the AoEC and holds British Psychological Society Test User Ability and Test User Personality Certificates. She is also a Certified Practitioner and Trainer in a number of psychometric tools including EQ-i 2.0/EQ360, the Hogan assessments and Wraw (Workplace Resilience and Wellbeing). Using these and other evidence-based tools, she works with leaders, managers and employees to develop strategies to support their performance and wellbeing.

Before completing her masters, Jackie was Communications Director at Risk Management Solutions (RMS) and prior to that was European PR Manager for Mercer, the global HR consultancy.

Meet the PCL team

Geoff Trickey

Geoff Trickey

Gillian Hyde

Gillian Hyde

Helen Ling

Helen Ling

Chloe Davis

Chloe Davis

Elliot Phillips

Elliot Phillips

Sophie Edwards

Sophie Edwards

Anna Pettinger

Anna Pettinger

Melissa Asante-Crook

Melissa Asante-Crook

Simon Toms

Simon Toms

Sandra Drewett

Sandra Drewett

Adam Boukadida

Adam Boukadida

Amy Dedman

Amy Dedman

Amanda Collins

Amanda Collins

Lee Carnell

Lee Carnell

Associates

Nicola Shergold

Nicola Shergold

Jackie Barber

Jackie Barber

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