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EXPERT-LED HR GUIDENCE

People-Focused HR Solutions Consultancy 

My HR style: Pragmatic, simple and down to earth HR advice and support delivered to managers / business owners and team members. It's commercial and practical in style. I'm a 'thinker and a doer' and that shows in both my communications and how I build relationships and rapport.

HR ADVICE

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HR ADVICE

End-to-End HR Advice That Grows With You

Get practical, straight-talking HR advice across the full employment lifecycle — from recruitment and onboarding to performance, retention, and exits. Whether you need one-off support, help with a specific project, or a part-time HR Director, we've got flexible options to suit.

HR advice services include...

+ Start Strong

From recruitment and selection to seamless onboarding, get the foundations right from day one. I help you attract the right people, set them up for success, and build clarity into every role with tailored position descriptions.

+ Grow with Intention

Support your team’s development with practical learning pathways, regular feedback loops, and performance frameworks that actually drive results. Retention becomes natural when growth feels personal and purposeful.

+ Sustain & Support

Maintain momentum through fair salary and wage reviews, a focus on wellbeing, and clear, respectful processes for managing exits. Whether it's celebrating a milestone or navigating tough conversations, I help you handle it with care.

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EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS

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EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS

Confidently Navigate Complex Employment Matters

From poor performance and absences to investigations, disciplinaries, and restructures — get the guidance you need to handle challenging situations with care and confidence. Whether supporting managers or leading the process directly, I adapt to your business needs and context. Licensed as a Workplace Investigator (PI License, Ministry of Justice).

HR advice services include...

+ Navigate the Hard Stuff

When performance drops or absences become a pattern, I help you address the issues head-on — clearly, fairly, and with empathy. Get the structure and confidence you need to manage difficult moments.

+ Handle with Care

From disciplinary processes to formal investigations, I offer guidance or take the lead — depending on what’s right for your team and culture. Every step is considered, compliant, and people-focused.

+ Lead Through Change

Whether you're managing restructures, navigating sensitive cases, or upskilling managers, I bring calm clarity and real-world experience. I’m also a Licensed Workplace Investigator, ready to support when things get complex.

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HR POLICY, PROCESSES & FRAMEWORK

Simple, Practical HR Foundations That Work

Whether you're starting from scratch or fine-tuning what’s already in place, I help you create HR policies and frameworks that are clear, compliant, and easy to follow. From audits to health checks, I’ll highlight risks, uncover opportunities, and set you up with practical systems that work for your business – not against it.

HR advice services include...

+ Build the Basics, Beautifully
Get your core HR policies in place without the overwhelm. I create clear, practical documents that reflect your style and values — not just templates for the sake of it.

+ Design for Flow
From onboarding to performance reviews, I help design and implement HR processes that make life easier. Smart systems that support your people and your goals, without unnecessary complexity.

+ Stay Ahead, Stay Aligned
Through audits, compliance reviews, and risk assessments, I uncover the gaps and highlight the opportunities. Whether you're scaling up or tightening up, you’ll know exactly where you stand.

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HR POLICY, PROCESSES & FRAMEWORK

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CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Guiding Change with Clarity and Care

With deep experience in restructures, organisational design, and transformation initiatives, I support businesses through every phase of change. From navigating legal requirements to managing people impact, I bring structure, empathy, and expertise to help you implement and embed change successfully.

HR advice services include...

+ Structure with Purpose

Restructures and organisational design are more than reshuffling boxes — they’re about creating clarity, alignment, and long-term sustainability. I help you reimagine your structure in a way that supports both business strategy and people impact.

+ Implement with Confidence

Change can be complex, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. From rollout planning to hands-on execution, I support smooth, well-managed change implementation that respects process and pace.

+ Embed with Care

Beyond delivery, real change requires engagement. I help ensure your teams are informed, involved, and supported through clear communication strategies, compliance guidance, and sustainable practices that make change stick.

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PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

Empowering Growth Through Performance

Practical and people-first, I provide performance management frameworks and coaching that build confidence, clarity, and momentum. Whether you’re addressing underperformance or developing rising talent, I deliver curated support that makes an impact.

HR advice services include...

+ Shape Performance with Intention
Clear expectations and structured feedback are the foundation of strong performance. I help design performance planning frameworks and goal-setting processes that align individual effort with business outcomes — while keeping things human.

+ Develop with Purpose
Whether it’s a formal development strategy or informal growth opportunities, I support businesses to create meaningful pathways for learning. From emerging talent to future leaders, development becomes part of the culture — not just a checkbox.

+ Coach for Impact
Through tailored 1:1 coaching, I work with managers and high-potential team members to build confidence, clarity, and capability. Coaching isn’t about fixing — it’s about unlocking what’s already there and helping it thrive.

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PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT
CULTURE & ENGAGEMENT

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CULTURE & ENGAGEMENT

Create a Culture Where People Thrive

Culture isn’t a buzzword — it’s the heartbeat of your business. I help you strengthen engagement, foster flexibility, and create recognition practices that make your people feel seen, supported, and part of something meaningful.

HR advice services include...

+ Create Space for Connection
Strong culture starts with intention. I help design engagement strategies and initiatives that bring your values to life — fostering connection, purpose, and team spirit across the business.


+ Support with Flexibility
Today’s teams need flexible, inclusive workplaces. From hybrid working policies to thoughtful reward and recognition programs, I support the foundations that make people feel valued and trusted.


+ Prioritise People, Every Day
Wellbeing isn’t a side project — it’s core to performance. I work with you to embed wellbeing support, enable your managers to lead with care, and regularly check in on culture health to keep your team thriving.

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FACILITATION & WORKSHOPS

Connect, Communicate, Collaborate

From team building to leadership development, I design and deliver tailored workshops that spark meaningful connection and practical growth. Whether you want to strengthen communication, collaboration or team trust, I bring energy, clarity, and a people-focused approach.

HR advice services include...

+ Facilitate Real Connection
Effective teams don’t just happen — they’re built through shared understanding and trust. I design and deliver team-building facilitation that strengthens relationships and improves how people work together.

+ Grow Confident Leaders
Leadership development isn’t one-size-fits-all. Through engaging workshops and group coaching, I help new and emerging leaders build the communication, confidence, and clarity they need to lead well.

+ Tailored Support That Sticks
From manager enablement to custom-designed sessions, every workshop is crafted to suit your team’s needs. Practical, engaging, and grounded in real business context — it’s learning that lands.

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FACILITATION & WORKSHOPS

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PEOPLE & HR STRATEGY

People Strategy Aligned with Your Business Vision

I help you design a people strategy that aligns with your business goals — from workforce planning and succession to mentoring and future talent needs. With practical insights and a strategic lens, I help you build the team you need for where you’re heading next.

HR advice services include...

+ Align People with Purpose
A strong people strategy starts with your business goals. I help develop HR strategies that align vision with action — ensuring your people plan supports where you’re heading, not just where you are.

+ Plan for What’s Next
From workforce planning to succession, I bring structure to your future. Whether you're scaling, shifting, or strengthening your team, I help you anticipate needs and build capability in advance.

+ Grow Talent with Intention
Great teams are built, not found. I support the development of mentoring frameworks, talent pipelines, and future skills strategies to ensure you're nurturing the right people for long-term success.

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