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Westbrook Lodge Consultancy

Dynamic and engaging FD with a wealth of experience managing short-term projects for some of the UK's leading businesses.

Whatever changes you’re hoping to make or goals you’re trying to achieve, I’ll provide you with sound advice and professional guidance every step of the way. Take a look at my site and see all that I can do for you today.

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ABOUT ME

Since 2000, I've been providing interim Finance Director support for SMEs and blue chips across the North West.

MY PHILOSOPHY / MY VALUES

My experience of managing and supporting businesses has provided me with what I believe is a straightforward assessment of the key elements which require examination, for businesses experiencing challenges.

In my view there can only be 3 fundamental business-orientated issues affecting any organisation.

1. Processes, Systems & Procedures

When no clear methodology is being followed by the business and its employees, flows of information are inefficient and result in low levels of productivity.

2. Employees suffering from quantitative and qualitative overload

Employees may feel disengaged as they may have too much work to do or lack the technical competency to perform their roles.

3. Leadership, Direction, Management Style

The lack of an achievable vision for the direction of an organisation results in confusion and a lack of goal congruence.

I created this business as a vehicle to help implement the 4 complimentary services I provide, which are the tools I use to address these fundamental concepts, translating into real sustainable results for you and your business.

MY EXPERIENCE:

Below is a small selection of companies I have worked with.

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Services

SERVICES

FOUR DISTINCT, YET COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES ARE OFFERED:

The scope of each engagement will be bespoke and specifically tailored to ensure that the best results are delivered; as such, a range of services used together may be highly effective and appropriate. Please hover over each service to find out more.

BACKFILL

Providing additional resources to cover for staff absences

Month-end or year-end support with Management Accounts and Statutory Accounts production.
Short-term support for businesses undergoing rapid expansion or significant change.

PROJECT DELIVERY

Bespoke, hands-on project support for a variety of business needs

Process improvements, including Business Process Re-Engineering (BPR) to identify opportunities for streamlining activities.
Systems installations, upgrades or new designs.

STRATEGIC REVIEW

A comprehensive analysis of a business's status

A thorough assessment of a business to identify value-creating opportunities for improvement and progression.
A change of ownership, or a new CEO, might prompt a review of a business to clarify opportunities and challenges.

BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION

Helping to implement Change Programmes effectively

Efficiency Programmes and Benefits Realisation - examining opportunities for cost savings and income generation.
Service Reviews - examining the scope of business activities, to identify opportunities for improvement.

Interested in getting advice from an experienced and professional Finance Director? Call me today and see what I can do for you.

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TESTIMONIALS and CASE STUDIES

Please see the downloadable case studies below for more in-depth examples of my work.

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Case Study 3

Outstanding is one word to describe Rob. I have had the privilege of working with Rob on two occasions. The most recent was during a very challenging transformational period for Rolls-Royce. Rob joined the business as a Divisional Finance Director.

He was selected for his wide range of skills and experience in business change and transformation. During this time Rob quickly established himself as a key member of the leadership team, being someone who naturally facilitated a productive working environment, with an appropriate level of challenge.

Rob's work has continued to pay dividends long past his time with the business. I look forward to the opportunity of working with him again in the future and would unreservedly recommend him.

Andrew Biggs, Managing Director, Rolls-Royce plc

CONTACT ME

Lancaster, UK

T: 07811 067520

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