About Us

At Watson Workplace Consulting, we understand the commercial and operational dynamics of our clients' businesses. We are experts in providing practical solutions for workplace relations, human resources, organisational development, and change. With over 20 years of experience, we have the knowledge, objectivity and flexibility to meet the distinctive needs of each client. Our goal is to empower clients with the confidence to take bold action and achieve their desired outcomes.

Meet The Crew

Charles Watson

Founder & Principal

Charles understands the commercial and operational drivers of his clients' businesses, offering practical, commercially driven solutions. With over 20 years of experience at law firms and industry bodies, he has a depth of knowledge and experience across a range of industries. He specialises in workplace relations, covering performance management, termination, employment contracts, company policies, workplace restructuring and change, conflict resolution, work health and safety, compliance and more. Charles has a high level of success advocating for clients, and regularly appears before the Fair Work Commission. With a particular interest in corporate governance, Charles has advised a wide variety of clients on appropriate strategies for managing risks faced by business owners and boardroom members. He is also a regular contributor to trade press and media on workplace relations issues.

David Birmingham

Organisational Development and Change Specialist

David has delivered change strategies and programs for a diverse range of organisations, both locally and internationally, in commercial and not-for-profit sectors. He specialises in creating bespoke change programs, leveraging deep knowledge of change methodologies and techniques. David's initiatives include organisational culture programs, leadership development, process improvement, employee reward programs, digital transformations, and risk and compliance projects. His key strength lies in an ability to engage with employees at all levels, identifying issues, and designing pragmatic solutions for sustainable change. David's communication skills, including presentation and workshop facilitation, are widely recognised as outstanding.