Burberry has appointed Alexandra McCauley as its new Chief People Officer. She is joining Burberry from Chanel where she is currently working as Head of Global Diversity and Inclusion and Global People Communications and Engagement.

McCauley, who will start on November 15 and will be based in London, will be responsible for all aspects of Burberry’s people strategy globally. She will join the Executive Committee and report to Burberry Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Akeroyd.

McCauley previously held senior HR and labour relations roles at NBC Universal and began her career as a labour and employment lawyer in New York.

“Alex has a wealth of experience in building human and inclusive cultures within creative businesses, and she has a passion for helping people and organisations achieve their highest potential. I am looking forward to working with her to drive our strategy forward and realise our ambitions in this next phase,” said Jonathan Akeroyd.