Colin Barratt
Job title:
Employment Law Consultant
Tenure in the company:
Joined 2019
Bio
Colin is an experienced HR advisor with over six years supporting clients through complex people challenges. With a strong commercial background as a former Operations and Managing Director in the SME sector, Colin brings practical business insight to his HR advice.
Responsibilities within the company
Colin provides HR advice and guidance to clients, helping them navigate complex employee relations and management challenges. Drawing on his commercial experience, he supports businesses in managing difficult situations, improving staff performance, and aligning HR practices with overall business goals. Colin works closely with clients to deliver practical, tailored solutions that promote compliance, productivity, and profitability.
Professional Background
Education:
He holds a BA (IIii) in Humanities, a Postgraduate Diploma in HR, a Certificate in Management, and an NCFE Certificate in Counselling.
Career Path:
Colin began his career specialising in HR before progressing to senior leadership roles as Operations Director and Managing Director within the SME sector, working across both B2B and B2C businesses. Drawing on this extensive commercial experience, he now focuses on advising clients to effectively manage their people and business challenges.
Professional associations and memberships:
FCIPD Chartered Fellow
Main sector of expertise:
He has experience advising clients across a wide range of sectors.
Philosophy and approach to work
“Colin lives by the saying, “The harder I work, the luckier I get.””
Personal information
Outside of work, Colin enjoys giving back to the community and taking part in amateur dramatics.