OUR
AIMS
Our team of advisers aim to provide you the peace of mind to get on with running your business
We're not just another group of consultants, we’ve pulled together a network of experts who want to see you succeed and most importantly have the insight to help achieve this!. Whether it's advise on trading internationally, recruitment support, the development of retail and/or brand strategies you need, our team are here to help your business stand out from the competition
Imagine what it would be like to have a team of experts who could give you the advice and guidance you need to succeed. That’s what we offer – a team of HR, Cross-border trade, Retail and branding experts whose combined experience will help take your business to the next level.
Let us equip you with a game plan so you can outshine the competition!
HR Consultancy
Employees are people and people can be complicated! Just when you think everything's starting to fit into place, things can change and circumstances can alter. We are confident that we can help you create an environment that encourages satisfied and motivated employees who'll work with you towards your business goals. That way, you should be able to spend less time dealing with employee problems.
Areas we could help with include:
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Employment law
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Recruitment & selection
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Job description, contract and Policy writing
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Induction & Training
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Appraisals
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Engagement and reward systems
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Absence management
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Employee relations, disciplinary and dismissal
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Managing change
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Crisis management and problem analysis
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Payroll administration
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Support with submitting Home Office visa applications and obtaining UK employment sponsorship licences
International Trade support
Let us help you demystify international trade by developing company practices that improve how you conduct import and export activity.
Previous International trade support projects include:
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Settlement, agreement, collaboration, bargaining realignment of contractual terms;
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Minimising additional customs taxes;
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Managing VAT implications;
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Free trade agreement assessments;
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Customs classification, valuation and rules of origin implications;
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Restructuring storage locations and logistical routes to market.
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Securing approved importer status for POAO
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Development of Nutraceuticals and Nutricosmetic formulas
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Ensuring labels and ingredients meet market regulatory requirements
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Supporting Global brands successfully enter the UK & European markets.
Recruitment Services
We will work alongside your hiring managers to ensure your business objectives and hiring needs are met by making your recruitment process as smooth and seamless as possible.
GET IN CONTACT WITH US
Reach out and book a no obligation meeting with one of our advisors, so we can discuss your needs.
OUR PARTNERS
Ibsa Castro McCartan-Demie
I’m a award winning HR Business Partner and International Trade Consultant- with a simple approach to how I work - If it doesn’t add value or make a positive difference, I don’t do it. Twice listed on the 30 Under 30 in the European Natural & Organic Product list.
This philosophy has helped me support SME’s, founder led businesses and large corporates reach their full potential in multiple territories.
I have a keen interest in the negotiations related to bilateral and multilateral trade treaties and the scope of governments obligations under those treaties. I also enjoy working alongside global brands where I have focused on developing and execute strategies to enter new markets and scale scale within territories they are already in.
I hold a Masters in International Trade & Commercial Law from Queen Mary, University of London , I am CIPD qualified and a Fellow of Royal Geographical Society.
Celine Jean-Marie
Although based in the United Kingdom, I have represented clients from all over the world and have a particular interest in advising clients within the European Union. My bilingual skills - English and French - have come in handy on many occasions when advising on cross-border transactions.
I am qualified to advise on customs classification, trade remedies, regulatory compliances, preferential duty mechanisms and valuations. In addition, I hold an MBA and Masters in Law.