I'm Kate, your people-shaped problem solver

I solve complex HR challenges with a people-centric focus.

HR expert in Agile HR, Employee Relations, Organisational Design and Transformations.

Trained actor delivering immersive leadership sessions with impACT.

I'm Kate, your people problem solver

HR expert and trained actor. I solve complex HR challenges. Restructuring. Leadership training. Coaching. Interim support.

I'm Kate, your people-shaped problem solver

I solve complex HR challenges with a people-centric focus.

HR expert in Agile HR, Employee Relations, Organisational Design and Transformations.

Trained actor delivering immersive leadership sessions with impACT.

Take a look at my services.

What clients are saying about Kate.

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"Kate worked with us over a period of several months as we sought to introduce OKRs to the Nextbase globally. During this time her passion and enthusiasm were evident and she quickly gained the respect and trust of the Exec Team and staff alike, partnering very well with HR in working out what a successful launch would look like and putting in place the necessary resources to make that happen. Her tireless commitment to the project was infections and I would highly recommend Kate and People Efficient without hesitation. I hope we have the opportunity to work together again."

JULIA HOWELLS, HEAD OF HR, NEXTBASE

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"Kate has a wealth of knowledge across all aspects of HR and was also able to provide day-to-day HR support across the business, grow the People Team to meet the needs of the business as well as initiating and leading multiple projects to not only digitally transform many of our HR processes but also how we communicated and collaborated across the business."

JEN WATTS, HEAD OF PEOPLE & CULTURE,
​RESIDENT HOTELS LTD

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"Kate’s transformation of the leadership team was fab. She began by establishing a foundation of trust and transparency. With open communication channels and regular virtual stand-ups, she fostered a sense of psychological safety, crucial for remote collaboration. Then, she tackled the practical challenges head-on. The outcome was a profound shift in the team’s dynamic."

CEO - FINANCE START UP

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The impACT of one conversation

Managers are avoiding the one thing they’re supposed to do—have difficult conversations. And it’s not just awkward; it’s costly. The longer they avoid it, the bigger the problem becomes, spreading like wildfire through your team. Productivity dips, morale tanks, and HR is left picking up the pieces.

Here’s the truth, though: it’s not their fault. Most managers are never taught how to have these conversations. So, they avoid them. They hope the issue will magically disappear, but deep down, you know that never happens.

Imagine a different outcome—where that one conversation changes everything. Where your managers step up, handle the tough talk with confidence, and suddenly the tension dissolves. Teams get back on track, and your workplace thrives again.

The solution is simpler than you think...

What Vicky Wilson had to say about Kate

"Kate led the company through major change projects and transformations...supporting the team through the pandemic she has been extremely pro-active, compassionate and forward-thinking - consistently ahead of the game."

Employer Engagement Manager, GI Group

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"I would not hesitate to recommend People Efficient's services to others not only because of their expertise, but also because of the quality of their work and their personable nature."

ROB HARRIS - GLOBAL ORGANISATIONAL & TALENT DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
​ENVISION PHARMA GROUP

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"I had the absolute pleasure of being able to work with Kate on a mammoth project...her enthusiasm and energy was absolutely brilliant. Right from the start of this project, Kate was a true collaborator. We had limited time to turn around this project and Kate hit the ground running. Sharing her expertise, knowledge and support she exceeded all expectations. She certainly knows her stuff and it felt like we'd worked together for years rather than a few months.

DEBBIE GREEN - CEO, WISHFISH

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"Kate is an incredibly efficient and effective HR professional, she’s knowledgeable, organised and innovative in her approach to whatever she does. I would highly recommend working with Kate, she’s fast paced and creative, results orientated and completes work to a very high standard." 

LISA TOMLINSON-CEO
​LIMELITE GROUP

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Empower your leaders

Transform your leadership team with our immersive impACT Training. Every course is led by trained actors with HR expertise to replicate your teams' real-life challenges. Equip your leaders with crucial skills such as foundations of people-management, employee engagement, leading with inclusivity and advanced communication tools. Each course stands alone, but all 4 together for a discount and a powerful leadership journey. 

impACT Training is more effective than traditional leadership training because it is grounded in real-life scenarios rather than theory, and each session is bespoke to your organisation's unique challenges. In addition to immersive role-play, leaders will have the opportunity to direct their own scenarios, allowing them to try out different approaches and receive feedback in a low-stakes environment. 

Empower your leaders with the skills they need to create an environment built on trust, transparency, empathy and impACT.

What clients had to say about Kate

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"Kate contributed enormously to the organisation during the time we worked together. She very quickly identified priorities and created, communicated, resourced and embarked on the delivery of a plan to address the immediate needs of the business."

PETER MANBY, STRATEGIC ADVISOR, HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

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"Ultimate professional with extensive expertise across HR and L&D...she is results driven and prides herself on impact and actually delivers!"

MELANIE THOMPSON, THE HAMPER PANTRY/RUBEEDIGITAL

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"Kate led the company through major change projects and transformations...supporting the team through the pandemic she has been extremely pro-active, compassionate and forward-thinking - consistently ahead of the game."

VICKY WILSON, EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT MANAGER, GI GROUP

What Beth Eley had to say about Kate

"She has a wealth of knowledge over a broad spectrum of areas including HR, People, Recruitment, Training and Employment Law."​

Regional Director, Randstand

Kate Maddison-Greenwell

Transform your people practices

The corporate world is cluttered with outdated processes, heavy bureaucracy, and rigid structures that slow everything down. You’ve seen it - you might even be stuck in it right now. The inefficiencies, the endless red tape, and worst of all, the frustrated employees who feel trapped in a system that doesn’t value their contribution. But what if there was another way?

​​Imagine an organisation where decisions are streamlined, leaders are empowered, and employees are truly engaged. Where HR isn’t a back-office function, but a driving force behind growth.


Agile in HR is all about rethinking your approach to projects, processes and efficiencies. We believe that how we work is the solution to high performance, good mental wellbeing and exceptional leadership.

Agile processes are people-centric, adapt quickly to organisational changes and keep your organisation compliant and future-proofed. Let's work together to bring agile solutions to your complex problems, and improve ways of working for everyone. 

If that's what you want for your team - but don't know how to get there - we're here to help. You don't have to overhaul your whole business; just open up your ways of thinking.


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"Kate contributed enormously to the organisation during the time we worked together. She very quickly identified priorities and created, communicated, resourced, and embarked on the delivery of a plan to address the immediate needs of the business."

Angela Paradise
​Director of HR & OD, NHS South East London Clinical Commissioning Group (SELCGG) – Working For BMW At The Time

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"She supported me to see things from the perspective I wanted to be able to. To accept I am enough, it's OK to want what I want and to invest in myself. Approachable and friendly, Kate instantly put me at ease which made opening up and being honest really easy and when she needed to challenge me it instantly resonated... thank you."

Coaching Client

I can't share the name for confidently reasons. But, I assure you, this is a real person. 

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"Kate is a highly professional manager with a methodical and detailed approach. She has a thorough understanding of our business and its drivers and consistently demonstrates both creativity and pragmatism to ensure our requirements are fully met."

Rob Dyal

What Melanie Thompson had to say about Kate

"Ultimate professional with extensive expertise across HR and L&D...she is results driven and prides herself on impact and actually delivers!"

The Hamper Pantry, Rubeedigital

Kate Maddison-Greenwell

You don't actually have a people problem - but you may need to solve their problems...


At People Efficient, we offer personalised HR solutions to help organisations operate smoothly and improve employee experiences. We specialise in people-centred approaches, streamlining outdated processes and handling employee relation issues with empathy and sensitivity.

We can provide expert HR consultants to help you with what problems need solving; an unexpected grievance, a complex investigation, interim support or just some good advice to help you look after your employees and the organisation.

Get in touch - no problem too big or too small. 

What Angela Paradise had to say about Kate

"Kate's passion for getting everything right first time showed through in all our business transactions. She was a crucial player in resolving these issues. Kate is an astute, knowledgeable and hardworking business woman who I highly recommend."

​Director of HR & OD, NHS South East London Clinical Commissioning Group (SELCGG) – Working For BMW At The Time

What Rob Dyal had to say about Kate

"Kate is a highly professional manager with a methodical and detailed approach. She has a thorough understanding of our business and its drivers and consistently demonstrates both creativity and pragmatism to ensure our requirements are fully met."

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