Case Studies

Situation

International charity received a substantial cash injection to double work worldwide.

Challenge

New HR function to grow the organisation, instil a new culture, drive performance and control costs.

Action

Total HR support: organisational redesign; new staff recruitment from board level down; developed and negotiated contracts, policies, reward and performance management systems. Strategic board input ensured improved corporate governance.

Result

High performing focussed organisation maximising staff and financial resources, with strengthened reputation both in UK and elsewhere.

Situation

Investment industry organisation wanted to improve the senior team performance.

Challenge

Senior team had recognised intellectual leadership. Chief Executive wanted improved team focus, and needed to persuade that an HR solution could strengthen their work.

Action

Through partnership working, achieved buy-in from team.

Result

Developed and implemented new integrated reward and performance systems which produced the focus and business performance desired by the Chief Executive.

Situation

Industry representative body wanted to improve recruitment and retention success.

Challenge

Chief Executive wanted to change the culture of the organisation to motivate and sharpen performance without increasing payroll costs.

Action

Designed and delivered career development and staff competency assessment programme using a variety of tools, including Leadership Architect©

Result

Recruitment, motivation and retention improvements achieved better business focus. Investors in People (IIP) awarded with particular commendation for this programme.