David Grimes' degree

Congratulations to David Grimes, our Group Head of Training and Development, who was recently awarded a Diploma of Higher Education in Psychology (along with two Bachelor of Arts degrees) from Open University in Manchester. This was in “exploring mental health and counselling” and is accredited by the British Psychological Society.

David joined Excel Civil Enforcement in 1993 as a certificated enforcement agent. He quickly rose to supervisory level, then Professional Exams Administrator, before being appointed Head of Training and Development when the function was established by Excel Civil Enforcement’s parent company, High Court Enforcement Group, in 2013.

In his role, David designs, authors and oversees the delivery of highly professional and supportive training to enforcement agents both internally and externally, and other personnel involved in the Taking Control of Goods. In accordance with company policies and legislative requirements, the programmes are suitable for professional development and broader based professional skills covering mandatory enforcement agent qualifications.

David is a qualified teacher (further and adult education) and a qualified City & Guilds trainer in several disciplines. He’s also a corporate member of the Institute of Revenues (Rating and Valuation (IRRV)), a member of MIND (mental health charity) and a highly qualified researcher, trainer and developer. He’s on the Open University student curriculum design panel and has worked in the enforcement industry for over 30 years.

David’s dedication to the enforcement sector and constant drive for excellence is admirable. Excel and the whole of High Court Enforcement Group are proud to have David leading our training team and paving the future of enforcement careers in the United Kingdom.