Every business and organisation is complex, and is navigating increasingly complex worlds. There can be value in obtaining an external perspective, for the objectivity and experience that can provide.
Working at Board level in a leading national law firm I have been responsible for managing operational leads and overseeing all partner matters, including recruitment, promotions, appraisals, remuneration, strategic planning and retirement. I have led governance reviews, culture and leadership programmes. I have developed new business lines to market leading status, and delivered change programmes achieving high growth and profitability.
Working in a social purpose organisation I have particular experience in managing the tensions between commercial and purpose outcomes, and the interplay between performance and values.
I can help organisations develop models to improve the effectiveness of their business, and provide external wisdom, support and challenge for any business initiatives they are undertaking. I take the same approach to consultancy as I do all my services. I seek a deep understanding of the challenges, the strategic outcomes my client is trying to achieve, and then apply all my skills, experience and energy to help my client achieve them.
“We have engaged Rob as part of our commitment to support professional and personal development and as part of a programme of continuous improvements in our research contracts, compliance and governance team. Rob has provided both group and individual coaching sessions training and mentoring. He has taken an holistic approach and also helped plan and facilitate strategy and away days. Rather than come in “cold” he has really taken the trouble to get to understand what the team does and the individual and collective challenges we face. This approach has enabled honest, open and genuine conversations resulting in positive changes in working practices and improved confidence. Several members of the team have since put themselves forward to take on new tasks and to focus on finding solutions and not just problems. It is testament to Rob that other areas of the University are now also looking to work with him. Thanks Rob!”
