Our Team

At SmithKnowles Consultants Ltd, we bring together decades of experience and deep professional expertise, united by a shared commitment to helping organisations and their people thrive. Our team partners with SMEs, charities, and public sector organisations to deliver specialist HR and business consultancy services tailored to your unique needs. We don’t just provide advice – we work alongside you to create practical, sustainable solutions that drive growth and success.

Together, our team delivers a comprehensive, tailored consultancy service designed to support your organisation’s people, purpose, and performance.

Director & Chartered MCIPD

Suzy Knowles

With over 30 years of experience in both public and private sectors, Suzy is a Chartered Member of the CIPD (MCIPD) and an accomplished leader in HR and organisational development. Her expertise includes employee relations, change management, and interim executive leadership. She is committed to helping organisations build strong, people-focused cultures that drive sustainable growth.

Director

Sophie Smith

With over three decades of experience in health and social care, Sophie partners with organisations to solve their most complex challenges. Her expertise spans operational delivery, leadership, and governance, enabling clients to navigate risk and achieve compliance with confidence.

Sophie is trusted for her ability to manage sensitive situations, including complex employee relations, investigations, serious and critical incidents and serious untoward incident reviews. She brings a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, quality systems, and safeguarding to deliver practical, actionable solutions that protect organisations and the people they serve.

HR Assistant

Beth Stevens-Knowles

Beth plays a key role in supporting HR administration and business operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism. Level 3 CIPD qualified, she brings valuable experience in HR, adult safeguarding, and customer services.

As an Emotional Therapeutic Practitioner, Beth offers a unique perspective, combining empathy and emotional intelligence with strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Her calm, organised approach enables her to handle HR challenges with fairness, compassion, and sound judgment.

Why the Pearl?

Our logo features a pearl because it represents qualities that define who we are: calmness, integrity, and loyalty. These values guide every partnership we build.

Just as a pearl is formed through time, care, and resilience, our consultancy is built on decades of experience, deep knowledge, and unwavering commitment. We help organisations grow and thrive by creating solutions that stand the test of time.