About Stratus

Where people and business thrive together

Your HR Partner, Not Just a Consultant

At Stratus Consultancy, we work as an extension of your business — offering tailored HR solutions that balance compliance with culture.

Founded by Haroun Islam, who brings over a decade of HR expertise across finance, education, commercial, and blue-chip sectors, we've helped businesses of all sizes simplify people management and focus on growth.

We understand that SMEs face unique challenges. You need expert HR support but can't justify the cost of a full-time hire. That's exactly why we exist — to give you access to senior HR expertise at a fraction of the cost.

We don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Every business has its own culture, challenges, and goals. We take the time to understand yours, then deliver practical HR support that actually works.

10+
Years of Experience
100+
Businesses Supported
UK
Wide Coverage
Haroun Islam - Founder
Founder & Lead Consultant

Haroun Islam

With over 10 years of HR experience across finance, education, commercial, and blue-chip sectors, Haroun founded Stratus Consultancy to bring enterprise-level HR expertise to growing businesses.

Having worked in-house and seen the challenges businesses face with people management, Haroun created Stratus to bridge the gap — providing the expertise of a senior HR professional without the overheads of a full-time hire.

His practical, no-nonsense approach focuses on solutions that work in the real world, not just in theory. Whether it's navigating complex employment law, building company culture, or handling sensitive employee issues, Haroun brings calm expertise to every situation.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Employment Law & Compliance
  • Employee Relations
  • Tribunal Representation
  • HR Strategy & Policy
  • Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
  • Payroll Management

Our Values

The principles that guide everything we do

Practical Solutions

We deliver real solutions that work in your business, not textbook theories. Every recommendation is actionable and tailored to your situation.

Partnership Approach

We're not just advisors — we're an extension of your team. We invest in understanding your business and work alongside you.

Transparency

No hidden costs, no jargon, no surprises. We're upfront about what we can deliver and what it costs.

Reliability

When you need us, we're there. 24/7 availability for urgent matters, consistent support for everything else.

Industries We Serve

Experience across diverse sectors

Finance
Education
Commercial
Healthcare
Technology
Retail

Let's Work Together

Ready to simplify your HR? Book a free consultation and let's discuss how we can support your business.