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The United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE) employs over 100 individuals dedicated to its mission, led by a diverse leadership team. Adrian Marsh serves as Grand Secretary, overseeing audit and risk committees since his appointment in 2022. Elizabeth Gay, the Director of HR, manages recruitment and employee relations, bringing experience from Morgan Stanley. Richard Jewitt, the Director of Building Services, ensures the operational integrity of Freemasons’ Hall, while Donald Taylor, General Counsel, provides legal guidance on compliance and charity law. Graham Redman, Deputy Grand Secretary since 1987, and Anna Buss, Chief Financial Officer since 2021, contribute extensive experience in law and finance, respectively. Hugh Douglas-Smith, the Chief Information Officer, enhances UGLE’s technological capabilities. This leadership team is committed to fostering a thriving membership organization, ensuring effective governance and operational excellence within UGLE.

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Title: Our People | United Grand Lodge of England

The United Grand Lodge of England employs over 100 individuals dedicated to its vision and values. Here is an overview of the leadership team:

  1. Adrian Marsh - Grand Secretary

    • Appointed Grand Secretary in 2022.
    • Joined the UGLE Audit Committee in 2017 and has chaired it since 2020. Also involved with the Board of General Purposes and the Risk Committee.

  2. Elizabeth Gay - Director of HR

    • Joined UGLE in 2014 after working at Morgan Stanley.
    • Heads the HR function, overseeing all aspects of HR and payroll, including recruitment, employee relations, and management of pension and benefit schemes. Enjoys the variety of her role and values the people she works with.

  3. Richard Jewitt - Director of Building Services

    • Transitioned from a career in catering and hospitality to Facilities Management.
    • Responsible for ensuring the functionality of Freemasons’ Hall and managing teams related to security, maintenance, and contracts.

  4. Donald Taylor - General Counsel

    • Joined UGLE in 2017 with prior experience as a solicitor and in-house counsel.
    • Advises on legal matters including compliance, litigation, and charity law, and appreciates the humility of Freemasons.

  5. Graham Redman - Deputy Grand Secretary

    • Joined UGLE in 1987 and has served under six Grand Secretaries.
    • Values the variety of work and has a background in law.

  6. Anna Buss - Chief Financial Officer

    • Joined as CFO in August 2021, previously held senior finance roles in the media sector.
    • Ensures sound financial management and governance within the organization.

  7. Hugh Douglas-Smith - Chief Information Officer

    • Joined UGLE in 2022 with experience in international software companies.

This leadership team is committed to the success of the United Grand Lodge of England as a thriving membership organization.