Retail & Consumer
Navigating retail disruption confidently
From recovery to reinvention, Australia’s retail operators are under constant pressure. Some brands are thriving while others struggle to stay ahead of rising costs, margin pressures, staffing issues and wage compliance, all amid an environment of shifting consumer expectations and behaviours.
Customers now demand value, sustainability and exceptional experiences online and in store. While digital continues to grow, bricks-and-mortar remains central to the retail journey.
If your retail business is under financial stress, you have options. Our trusted relationships with major lenders can create time and confidence, while we work alongside you to find the right outcomes for your business, staff and community.
We can also help align operating models to meet future customer demand, optimise your retail footprint, and resolve complex workforce challenges. With a people-first approach, our services span restructuring and real estate advisory through to payroll reviews and performance improvement.
We’re here to ensure your business doesn’t just survive, it’s ready to thrive.
How we help
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Performance improvement & cost control
We work with you to identify cost drivers, review reporting systems and improve efficiency, enabling smarter decisions and stronger financial outcomes.
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Payroll advisory
We bring deep expertise in payroll reviews, payroll transformation and payroll remediation to help businesses navigate complex Modern Awards and Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs), avoid costly underpayments, and streamline payroll systems and processes.
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Restructuring & turnaround support
When your business faces financial or operational stress, we partner with you and your stakeholders to stabilise operations, protect jobs and build a path to recovery.
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Real estate & asset strategy
From lease negotiations to optimising store networks, we provide independent advice to ensure your locations are fit for purpose and aligned with long-term growth.
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Operating model redesign
We help align structures, systems and processes to meet changing customer expectations, optimise retail footprints and strengthen service delivery.
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Workforce planning & productivity
We help resolve complex workforce challenges, from staffing and rostering to performance management, ensuring your team can meet demand and deliver for customers.
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Post merger integration
We help ensure a smooth transition after a merger by aligning leadership, governance and strategy. Our team works with you to integrate operations, optimise resources and build a unified culture that drives sustainable growth and long-term performance.
Scott Langdon, Partner | Sydney
Meet Scott, a specialist in our team
“Succeeding in challenging circumstances for trusted clients who share my core values and passion to win.”
Scott Langdon, Partner | Sydney
