Straightforward, authentic people support

“BLACKLARKE completed a high calibre piece of organisational design work. They landed extremely well with us both technically and behaviourally. Benjamin comes highly recommended and shows a deep understanding of HR and what good practice should look like.”

“Working with Benjamin was the first time I felt a true partnership working with HR. I’m not always the easiest character to deal with but Benjamin never wavered from being an excellent partner. I’d work with Benjamin again in a heartbeat if I could.”

“Benjamin built an excellent reputation, focussing on partnering closely with the business and providing commercially strong decisions. I would strongly recommend Benjamin as a highly competent and approachable HR partner.”

“Benjamin is not only capable of dealing with a multitude of topics at any given time but also able to dive down to details if and when necessary. The thing that makes working under him truly rewarding is that he can transfer his enthusiasm to his team and stakeholders. He is a very outgoing person and a good listener who keeps always business focus and highest standards delivery in mind.”

“Benjamin is very personable and a great communicator which is key when dealing with sensitive situations. We worked side by side on strategic projects where long-term vision was required and also on daily operational challenges. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Benjamin.”

“Benjamin is very personable and a great communicator which is key when dealing with sensitive situations. We worked side by side on strategic projects where long-term vision was required and also on daily operational challenges. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Benjamin.”

“BLACKLARKE provided extremely professional HR advice and support through a challenging period for my business. Integrating well with an established management team, they delivered structural change, operational change and ultimately a TUPE transfer of over 600 employees. Utilising their vast skills, knowledge and experience to minimise the disruption to staff and the business through a challenging time line. I would recommend Benjamin and BLACKLARKE to businesses requiring clear and focused HR support whilst delivering change programmes to clear timelines.”

“Benjamin is a fantastic senior HR operator who is able to deal with challenging and complex global HR issues. His approach to work carries a lot of enthusiasm and a high degree of skill and this makes him successful in each project he takes up. He stands out as a subject matter expert and brings his knowledge to bear to support the business. I relied heavily on the support he gave my team and his attention to detail and energy were very much appreciated and key in achieving the success we have delivered this year. The environment he had to operate in was challenging and his resilience and drive to deliver never waivered.”

“Benjamin has an analytical and intelligent approach to HR and wider global oil company issues, while remaining extremely empathetic and able to interact and establish collaborative relationships with people at all levels of an organisation. He works quickly, but isn't afraid to challenge to status quo or ask pertinent questions if he does not agree with an approach. He is very much an advocate/enquirer in approach. He is also well versed in UK employment legislation and a safe pair of hands when it comes to dealing with difficult issues. He also has a great sense of humour and is easy to work with. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Benjamin or work with him again.”