HR done properly - for Charities
I'm Paul Neal, and I provide practical, values-led support to keep your people, culture and organisation on track.
Trusted by Charities across the UK.
I offer bold, honest support that keeps people problems, from becoming business problems.
Problems I'm here to solve:
I work with the people holding it all together, often Managing Directors, Trustees or Founders in small to mid-sized Charities, with typically up to 200 employees.
They are usually doubling as the culture champion, stretched between vision and operations, and deeply committed to their purpose.
These are leaders who care about values, not just optics. But they are under pressure, to grow, to stay compliant, and to protect a culture they’ve worked hard to build.
I help when:
- Culture is at risk of slipping as you scale
- Your policies and practices feel misaligned with your purpose
- You need someone to help simplify things when you're becoming a CIO or merging
- You want to get your people practices in the best place
- You want HR that reflects your ethics, not just the legislation
My clients want more than box-ticking. They want to lead companies that prove business can be ethical and effective. They want to get ahead of issues before they become headlines. And they want to leave a legacy built on people, not burnout.
If that sounds like you? You’re in the right place.
How I can help:
Clarity Call
Grab 30 minutes of my time and let’s get to the heart of whatever people problem’s keeping you up at night. Culture, compliance, burnout, whatever it is, we’ll find a way forward.
People Fix
Got a people problem that’s slowing you down or keeping you up at night?
Grab some pay-as-you-go support and I’ll partner with you fix it fast; from policies to performance, restructures to rows.
Culture Vanguard
Grab a spot in my corner and stop spinning your wheels on HR headaches.
Think of it as your HR conscience on-call, one that answers quickly, and gives clear no-nonsense advice.
With the Verdant Purpose Culture Vanguard, you get ongoing, values-led support whenever you need it; whether it’s contracts, systems, culture, or compliance, I’m here to help you sort it; fast.
Hello! I'm Paul Neal
I’m not your typical HR consultant. I’ve spent over 20 years working in the thick of it, leading people strategy, culture change and complex organisational challenges in public, private and voluntary settings.
No templates. No tick-boxes. Just real experience, applied well.
I’ve worked alongside leaders through tough restructures, cultural repair jobs and fast-paced growth, helping them make confident decisions that balance people, purpose and performance.
What sets me apart is how I work. I get straight to the heart of the matter, avoid jargon, and bring solutions that are actually usable. I don’t sit on the sidelines. I get stuck in, ask the difficult questions, and back leaders to do the right thing, not just the easy thing.
Leadership takes courage, clarity and care. That’s the approach I take to HR.
It’s what led me to launch Verdant Purpose: a consultancy built on honest partnership and sharp thinking, for organisations that want to do good well.
Want to know more about my background? Check out my LinkedIn below.
Testimonials
Real words from people I’ve worked with as clients and partners; leaders, trustees and peers who’ve seen the difference firsthand.
"Paul leads change with a strategic, human-centred approach. He builds trust, delivers results and brings warmth and candour to every interaction. His work speaks for itself."
Katie, Owner
"Paul transformed our HR, bringing clarity, pragmatism and energy to every challenge. He strengthened the business by aligning culture across three companies and leading a major restructure. Simply put, he made us stronger."
Rej, Chief Finance Officer
"Paul combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. He led our People Plan and a major restructure, always with people at the heart. Pragmatic, values-led and trusted to navigate complexity with care."
Karen, Director
"Paul blends deep HR expertise with strategic insight that's rare. He supports and challenges in equal measure, leads with integrity, and makes tough decisions with people at the centre. Energetic, commited, and a pleasure to work with!"
Amanda, Chair
"During a time of early-stage PE investment, Paul helped shift the perception of our HR. He brought credibility, modern systems, and a thoughtful approach that helped professionalise the business."
Colin, Chair
"Paul has been kind, approachable, and unflinching in the face of challenge. He sees things through, earns trust quickly and brings calm, capable leadership when it's needed most."
Sarah, Area Manager
"Paul leads with warmth, honesty and a collaborative spirit. He lifts others up, gives clear, constructive feedback, and brings a can-do attitude that makes him a real asset to work with."
Natalie, Owner
"Paul is sharp, fast thinking, and grounded in solutions. He tackles challenges with confidence and delivers meaningful results."
Nikki, Manager
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