persons collectively in the employ of a business. Glossary of Business Terms
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1. [plural] the people who work for a company or organization:
• All personnel are to receive security badges.
• the departure of a number of senior personnel
2. [uncountable] the department in an organization that deals with employing, training, and helping employees; = human resources:
• A copy should be sent to Personnel for our files.
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personnel UK US /ˌpɜːsənˈel/ noun HR, MANAGEMENT
► [plural] the people who are employed by a company or organization: skilled/qualified/trained personnel »
Knowing how to handle difficult situations requires qualified personnel.
»The company may consider taking out insurance against the loss of key personnel.
marketing/sales/technical personnel »The sales personnel in a sales force evolves constantly.
»military/security personnel
»He has made personnel changes in the investment banking and bond areas.
► [U] the department of a company or organization that deals with employees when they join or leave, when they need training, when they have problems, etc.: »
Her personnel file showed excellent performance.
the personnel department/division »Few companies give their personnel department the same status as their finance department.
the personnel chief/manager/office »As personnel manager of a large company, I have regular meetings with our union.
Financial and business terms. 2012.