Strategic HR leader & employment law specialist since 2006.

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• I help boards, executive teams and organisational leaders resolve complex workforce, transformation and organisational challenges.• I am typically engaged when issues are sensitive, high-impact, or difficult to resolve internally — including organisational change, restructuring, governance challenges, leadership issues and complex employee relations matters.• I bring over twenty years of experience leading major transformation programmes across FTSE 100 organisations, SMEs, government, higher education and the wider public sector, delivering restructuring, organisational redesign and workforce change in complex environments.• My work includes independent investigations, organisational reviews, executive advisory assignments, workforce strategy, governance support and the resolution of complex workplace issues.• Alongside my consulting practice, I have designed and led postgraduate programmes in HR, employment law and management consulting at leading universities, ensuring my work combines executive experience with academic rigour and evidence-based practice.• I do not offer standardised solutions. Every engagement begins with understanding the underlying issue, providing clear independent judgement, and supporting leaders to make decisions that improve organisational performance and reduce risk.• The outcome is clearer decision-making, faster resolution of complex issues and stronger organisational capability.• If you are facing a significant organisational challenge, I can help.

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Mark Butterick

MA · CFCIPD · CFCMI · FHEA · FRSA · CMBE

Strategic HR Director & Consultant

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∙ I align people, strategy, and culture to strengthen organisational performance and deliver measurable progress.∙ With 20+ years leading HR transformation for FTSE 100 companies, elite universities, and scaling SMEs, I offer a unique blend of board-level advisory and academic expertise. As a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD and CMI with a Master's in HRM & Employment Law, my approach is grounded in practical, legally-sound strategy. This is reflected in 60+ LinkedIn recommendations from clients and colleagues, highlighting my collaborative approach and proven expertise.∙ My thought leadership, recognised with academic awards and publications, ensures you receive insights at the forefront of the profession. I now provide direct, senior-level partnership through Reach Higher HR, helping leaders build agile, high-performing workplaces—delivering multi-million-pound savings for large enterprises and driving sustainable growth, stability, and improved retention for SMEs.

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I solve critical people problems that stall growth and drain profit.● Interim HR Director & Advisory
- On-demand senior expertise for complex change, employment law, employee relations, and workforce planning.
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● HR Transformation & Organisational Design
- Restructure for growth and cost-efficiency, guiding M&A, TUPE, and restructuring.
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● Leadership Development & Succession Planning
- Build confident leaders through executive coaching and succession planning to secure your talent pipeline.
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● Culture & Performance Transformation
- Reshape culture to boost engagement, retention, and performance.

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