We work with people

who want to do the right thing

 

by their organisation.

We understand that all organisations need to make commercial decisions in the best interests of the company. We will help those organisations do the right thing for their business.  

 

by their people.

Most companies will say that their most important asset is their people. We truly believe that, and want to help all organisations do the right thing by their people when making any decision that will impact their most important asset.

 

by the law.

The law is complex and employment law is constantly changing and evolving. We want to help you stay up to date with the law and to make sure that the policies and practices that your people are expected to follow are all legally compliant.

We work with organisations of all kinds and sizes, from sole traders to large businesses, charities to local government. Whatever situation you’re in, whether it’s launching an HR project or navigating complicated legal territory, we’re here to discuss your challenge and help you identify the right solution.

Client Testimonials

  • “Dealing with Starford is a pleasure. Their advice is always very human, easy to understand, yet commercial, which is crucial when presenting our recommendations to wider business stakeholders. The team always enables us to resolve any people-related matters confidently and in a timely manner.”

    Alex Pritchard, Head of People

    Giggling Squid

  • "I have worked with Julie for over five years and during that time I have found her to be pragmatic, clear in her direction and highly commercial. Her solutions are always client focused, no matter how difficult the path may be to get the right outcome for the client. Additionally, Julie is also professional, collaborative and brings a great sense of humour to the most demanding of projects."

    Andie Chivers-Goudie

    HR and Talent Director, Sionic

  • “Amanda’s advice was brilliant, very prompt, helpful and commercial.”

    Sharon Ives, Head of Human Resources

    World Gold Council

  • “Starford always strike the right balance of commercialism and professionalism. Julie has a great skill of being able to explain extremely complicated and intricate law in a practical and easily digestible, simple way. I cannot recommend Starford highly enough.”

    Jonny Plant, CEO

    Tasty PLC

  • “Starford really understands our business and culture. I’m extremely happy with the level of responsiveness and quality of work, and I appreciate the regular touchpoints to prompt new ideas and strategies.”

    Faye Denyer, HR Business Partner

    CAE

  • “Starford always offer timely responses and always meet or over deliver on timelines - they are a true trusted partnership".

    Lisa Thompson, Head of Operations

    Allen & Overy

  • "I can always rely on Starford to provide practical solutions to any employment question, small or large, in a timely manner. The solicitors at Starford have extensive knowledge and are able to deal with all our employment issues, focussing on the legal solutions to our business objectives, thereby achieving the best results for our company."

    Carolyn John, HR Manager

    Kew Electrical Limited

  • “I have always found the Starford team to be excellent. I would highly recommend them and in fact I do on many occasions! The knowledge has been exemplary and Julie has always been very supportive and responsive.”

    Hanna Smith, Head of People

    Futrli

  • “All the Starford consultants are very easy to work with, responsive and adaptable to our challenges. The team always presents advantages, disadvantages and risks very clearly with highly valuable advice and high quality work.”

    Liz Dollin, Director of Operations

    St John’s School & College

  • “The Starford team is amazing - pragmatic, calm and rational. 100% happy their quality of work”

    Georgina Tomlin, HR Manager

    Hanover Displays

  • “Ben did a marvellous job for us. What I loved about his work was that it reads so well and I could understand it in laypersons terms.”

    Dee Rhoden, Finance Manager

    Haynes Hanson & Clark

  • “As a start up Sally helped us develop our sales proposition and operational model, as well as working closely with me as CEO on other areas. Her broad experience has been invaluable to me in building my business. I would have no hesitation in recommending Sally and the team as they are a pleasure to work with.”

    Fiona Geaney, Founder & CEO

    Food Choice