Menzies, the accountancy firm, has launched an HR consultancy to provide advice to employers and the initiative will be spearheaded by the company's own HR director.

Menzies will work with its clients to develop people management and development plans and implement employee leadership and management structures.

The HR consultancy is led by Ed Hussey (pictured), the company's HR director. Hussey who has over 20 years' HR experience, joined Menzies in 2008, having previously worked for BAA, Allianz Cornhill and Nelsons.

The launch is the latest step in developing Menzies' range of specialist services for owner-managed businesses.

Hussey said: "We believe that attracting, developing and retaining the right people is key to business success and growth. In the current economic environment it is vital to maximise efficiency and maintain staff motivation levels.

"We work with our clients to develop practical solutions which are focused on improving business performance and are tailored to their needs. Our HR professionals provide commercially focused advice and support which can make a real difference to our clients' business objectives."