Cardiff-based HR consultancy EffectiveHRM has entered a new phase of growth after joining forces with Impact HR Consulting Limited, a move that will expand the support available to local SMEs in South Wales.
Established in 2011 by employment lawyer Emma del Torto, EffectiveHRM has built a strong reputation supporting more than 150 businesses across sectors including care, professional services, manufacturing, hospitality and construction.
The partnership will see EffectiveHRM join the Impact HR group of companies but continue to operate under its existing brand, with its Cardiff team remaining at the heart of delivery.
The partnership will also provide additional resource, specialist expertise and national reach, enabling EffectiveHRM to broaden its offer while maintaining its focus on practical, relationship-led support for employers across the region. EffectiveHRM clients will also benefit from enhanced capacity across HR advisory, compliance, and health and safety services, alongside access to a wider pool of specialist knowledge.
The move comes at a time when many SMEs are facing increasing pressure from evolving employment legislation, rising costs and growing complexity in workforce management. Against this backdrop, demand for proactive, commercially focused HR support continues to grow.
Emma del Torto will remain with the business and join the wider Impact HR leadership team. All employees will continue in their roles, ensuring continuity of service and relationships.
Emma said: “This is about building on what we have created in South Wales and giving our clients access to even greater depth of support.
“Businesses are navigating increasing complexity around employment law, compliance and workforce management. By strengthening our capability, we can help them stay ahead of those challenges while continuing to offer the personal, hands-on service they value.
“It was important to me that we found a partner who shared our values and approach. This allows us to grow without losing what makes EffectiveHRM distinctive.”
Impact HR Consulting CEO Greg Guilford added: “EffectiveHRM is a highly respected business with deep roots in the South Wales market. This partnership allows us to invest in that success, support its continued growth and help even more SMEs at a time when they need it the most.
“We’re also thrilled that Emma is joining our leadership team. Her experience, insight and approach to HR will be a huge asset.”
EffectiveHRM will continue to serve clients across South Wales and beyond, with an enhanced range of HR and health and safety services and plans for continued investment in the Cardiff operation.
