We are experts in human resource management and training services for business owners and managers across Northamptonshire.
We cover the following areas: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rushden, Daventry, Corby, Kettering, Brackley and Towcester.
We’ve been in your shoes, so we understand the struggle of finding a flexible and approachable solution to your HR management. Breedon was built on this understanding and to put it simply – we are real people who you can rely on.
Our HR service offers SMEs with the same level of service you would receive if you had a large corporate HR department behind you – but as and when you need it, tailored to your business with cost effective solutions.
What do you love about your job?
Supporting clients to solve their people challenges and enabling them to develop their own people management expertise.
What is special about Breedon?
The people are special, the clients, the team, are all a joy to work with.
Tell us something about yourself?
I opened the Northampton office in 2021 in a pandemic and a lockdown. A few year later we have a thriving business and I have never looked back and wish I had done it sooner!
Wendy Slater, Director, Breedon Northamptonshire Office

What do you love about your job?
The role allows me to draw on my previous experience in various HR roles and industries for over 20 years. There is a variety of interesting work which allows me to continue developing my skills and experience in a consultancy setting.
What is special about Breedon?
Breedon has a great network of experienced people that focus on offering clients a professional service.

Tell us something about yourself?
Away from work I have a passion in all things wellbeing, from yoga to nutrition and other holistic practices, a love of the outdoors and desire to be at my best and keep learning in both my professional and personal life.
Judith McLoughlin, HR Advisor, Breedon Northamptonshire Office
• Commercial HR advice
• Breadth of expertise in diverse market sectors
• A trouble-shooter, who gets to the root cause
• Challenge the status quo
• Constantly aim to improve everything
• Remain positive in adverse situations
• Authentic, open, honest and acts with integrity
• Exceeds expectations
• Generate new ideas
• Have a strong sense of ownership
• Treat everyone with respect
"We were hiring for the first time ever. It was a process that felt scary, and with so many unknowns. Fortunately, we had Wendy to guide us through the process. She knew what we needed and provided it without fuss and with a huge amount of competence. We've now hired, but would not have got to this place without Wendy"
“I am really pleased with the work that Wendy has undertaken for TaxAssist Accountants Market Harborough on our behalf. It is a complex area and one that we cannot afford to make any mistakes with as a new business that is planning rapid expansion and employment of many team members over the coming years. Wendy has dealt with all our (many) queries promptly and explained the solutions in plain simple language with no jargon. It has been a very efficient and comprehensive service and I would highly recommend Wendy to any firm that either wants to set up employment contracts and team handbooks or needs advice on any area of Human Resources"
"I have been working along side Wendy for 3 months now and she has been invaluable to my ever growing home help company. She has listened to my wishes and recognised other needs that were not on my radar, which has enabled me to run everything in the background much smoother, instead of feeling like I am treading water.
Wendy has a friendly, personable approach which has suited our business very well. I feel that we can go to her with any query without judgment, she is supportive of our wants and needs when it comes to HR decisions and will go out of her way to ensure every lose end is tied up neatly. She has come through to meet our tight deadlines and made us feel as though nothing is too much to ask".
"Since integrating Wendy into our business, we have seen a much tighter and clear process within our business HR. But it is more than that at my level, Wendy has become one of my trusted advisors.
I feel safer and protected, which surprisingly gives way for a much more open and honest set of relationships across the team.
I feel bringing Wendy on board has very much contributed to the growth of our business. We have already addressed concerns or created "rules of the game" well in advance of any situations that could have arisen prior to having our HR support.
I would say to anyone in a similar position to myself, don't wait, don't look to do it yourself, take the knowledge and experience on offer and spend your time and energy on other parts of your business. I would also like to say to Wendy, you are a wonderful addition to our team and your input is very much appreciated".
"I’d done a lot of research before getting in touch with Wendy, so felt like I already knew what was needed to get me ready to make my first hire. Nope! There were so many things that I just hadn’t thought of.
Wendy is incredibly knowledgeable and explains quite complex things in easy to understand terms. She's also very good at keeping you on the right track and explaining why you might want to consider different things. I'm building a fully remote team, with no premises, so this needed to be taken into consideration. At no point did I feel I was just being given a template, the documents are fully tailored to our circumstances and there were plenty of opportunities for me to make comments and suggestions.
I'm someone who has quite strong views on what makes a good employee/employer relationship and had a lot of queries about some terms. My concerns were listened to and it felt like a really collaborative effort. I'm proud of the contract and handbook that we now have, and happy that they work well for both the business and employees and feel that they will stand the business in good stead as we grow."
"We are a small business and didn't think we needed HR advice but as the business grew and we came into a difficult patch, Wendy came into the business to advise. Until Wendy entered the business I didn’t realise the impact and support she would offer to the business in an area that we aren’t specifically trained in and soon realised how much we relied on her to help us through some difficult issues and scenarios we couldn’t have managed without her. Wendy got to know the business and helped with all aspect of HR and helped us come to a conclusion.
Not only is Wendy extremely personable and somebody I enjoy working alongside. Wendy is also a fountain of knowledge in her expertise, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anybody big or small. HR is something you think you can do in house however the reality is very much different as you grow, and you won’t go wrong partnering with Wendy and Breedon. She will form a partnership with you and give guidance throughout the entire process. Thank you Wendy for all your support."
She helped with a really difficult situation with an employee and offered professional advice and a solution. Wendy’s expertise in HR field is invaluable and not sure what we would do without her support. She is always available on the phone, replies to emails and provides guidance whenever we ask. We are extremely pleased with the outstanding HR services Wendy provides us with and we would definitely recommend!
Ewa Szmigiel
Reelcare Limited
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To deliver World Class support for all people management needs, assisting clients to achieve operational excellence.
We aim to be the provider of choice for people management support to SME’s in Northamptonshire.
Breedon has worked tirelessly to create seamless partnerships with businesses, so our clients can receive a well-rounded service that is truly exceptional. We have specifically partnered with companies who truly believe in the same values as us and have fantastic reputations in their industries. We expect excellence from ourselves, so of course, we only want to provide our clients with access to the very best.
The partnerships we have created perfectly compliment the services that we already provide to further reduce any risk that could be posed to your business. All partnerships are built on strong foundations that have been cultivated over the years, so you can be confident that your business is in the safest hands.
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Many thanks for taking the time to contact us.
We are keen to speak to you and will be in touch as soon as possible.
If your enquiry is urgent, please contact me on 07870 574355 or wendy.slater@breedonconsulting.co.uk