Anthi Maratheftou
I am a People & Culture professional with extensive experience supporting organizations in building high-performing, engaged, and resilient teams. Over the years, I have worked across diverse industries, partnering with leadership teams to design and deliver people-focused strategies that drive growth, strengthen culture, and enhance the employee experience.
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My work spans the full HR lifecycle; from talent acquisition and performance management to leadership development, organizational design, and employee relations. I specialize in helping companies navigate change, implement HR best practices, and create the structures, policies, and people processes they need to scale effectively.
I am passionate about understanding each organization’s unique challenges and providing tailored, practical solutions that make a measurable impact. Alongside strengthening culture and engagement, I place a strong focus on the commercial value of People & Culture practices—ensuring that every initiative contributes to organizational performance, operational efficiency, and long-term financial outcomes.
Whether supporting a growing startup, a scaling international team, or an established company seeking to modernize its people strategy, I bring a hands-on, collaborative, and results-driven approach. Through my external people services, I aim to be a trusted partner who empowers organizations to unlock their people’s potential, build sustainable business value, and create a workplace where individuals and teams can thrive.
What we do
We empower ambitious small and medium sized companies that are growing fast, changing fast, and ready to level up their people strategy. Whether you’re scaling without a dedicated HR team, navigating leadership shifts, adopting new technology, or preparing for big regulatory changes like EU Pay Transparency 2026, we bring the clarity and structure you need to move confidently. Our clients choose us because we solve problems quickly, bring structure where there’s chaos, and strengthen culture and leadership so the business can grow without breaking. When turnover spikes, engagement drops, or transformation feels overwhelming, we deliver the senior HR firepower that keeps your organisation moving forward. For businesses that want strategic and professional HR support without the cost, complexity or delay of a full-time hire, we are the partner that gets results fast.
Who we support
Small/medium companies with or without HR team
Growing companies needing HR structure
Organisations in transformation
Leadership teams needing advisory
Where we bring value
Scaling fast and lacking structured HR processes
Navigating leadership changes, technology shifts, or organisational transformation
Preparing for new European compliance (e.g., Pay Transparency 2026)
Experiencing high turnover, low engagement, or team friction
In need of objective, senior-level HR advisory without the cost of a full-time hire
Provision of Services
Strategic HR & Workforce Planning
- Workforce forecasting
- Succession planning
- Aligning talent structure with business goals
Organisational Design & Change Management
- Organisation structure design
- Governance, levels, role clarity, decision ownership
- Support for leadership transitions and technology-enabled change
- Change communication and stakeholder alignment
Policies, Compliance & Risk Management
- Employee handbook creation and review
- Policy development aligned with legislation and culture
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Preparation for EU Pay Transparency requirements (2026)
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary benchmarking and market analysis
- Compensation structure and job levelling
- Gender pay analysis and compliance reporting
Performance & Talent Management
- Review/Setup performance cycle setup (tools, processes, training)
- Capability assessments and promotion frameworks
- Leadership evaluation and development pathways
Leadership, Culture & Team Development
- Team workshops and collaboration enhancement
- Conflict resolution and team dynamics support
- Leadership coaching and culture alignment
People Analytics & Organisational Insights
- Turnover analysis and retention strategies
- Employee engagement & satisfaction surveys
- Organisational diagnostics and data-driven recommendations
HR Execution & Operational Support
- Interim HR support during growth or peak workload
- Strengthening in-house HR capability
- HR process review and optimisation
Executive HR Business Partnering
- Advisory and coaching for senior leaders
- Culture shaping and organisational effectiveness
- Strategic decision-making support
Why External HR Consulting?
- Objectivity & Unbiased Perspective
- Full Confidentiality
- Cost-Effective (project-based, ad hoc – no long-term salaries)
- Access to Deep HR Expertise
- Support During Growth, Change, M&A
- Stronger Compliance & Risk Management
- Boost In-House HR Capabilities
Diagnosis & Assessment
Interviews with top, middle management, and staff to gain a complete view.
Tailored, Practical Solutions
No templates. Every solution reflects your structure, culture, and challenges.
Clear Project Scope
Defined timelines, deliverables, and costs — transparent from the start.
Partnership Model
Services available for your organisation or as an added value offering
Incorporation Service Options
Project based (ad-hoc)
Tailored support delivered as needed for specific projects or strategic initiative. Ideal for clients seeking flexibility without long-term commitment.
Once-off Engagement
A single, clearly defined service engagement, perfect for clients requiring one-time advisory, compliance assistance, or set up support.
Periodic Advisory (Retainer/Ongoing Support)
Regularly scheduled advisory services provided monthly, quarterly or at a frequency as suits your operational needs. Ensures continuous guidance and proactive strategic support.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Drop us a line – anthi.maratheftou@outlook.com