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Turning People Strategy Into Operational Reality

Strategic guidance. Hands-on leadership. Practical solutions that work.

I partner with founders, executives, and HR leaders to design, build, implement, and sustain the people programs, processes, and systems their organizations need to move forward.

Welcome!

I’m Amanda Malcolm, Founder & Principal Consultant of NextPhaseHR.
 

More than an HR consultant. A trusted partner who helps leaders move their business forward.

With 25 years of experience in HR leadership, people strategy, organizational effectiveness, HR technology, change, and transformation, I bring both strategic perspective and hands-on expertise to the organizations I support.
 

I've led everything from the development of foundational HR programs and processes to complex, enterprise-wide
transformation initiatives. I understand what it takes to turn
ideas into practical solutions—and to see them through to implementation, adoption, and lasting results.
 

Whether you need a trusted advisor, someone to design and implement a new program, or an experienced leader to move an important initiative forward, I bring the judgment, ownership, and follow-through to help you get there.

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HOW I SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

WHEN CLIENTS REACH OUT

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Clients typically call me when:

  • HR and people processes are inconsistent, unclear, or difficult to run

  • Leaders need greater structure or confidence in making people decisions

  • New programs or practices need to be designed, built, or strengthened

  • Important people initiatives lose momentum or need experienced leadership to move forward

  • An HR system is being selected or implemented without the right foundations in place
     

​WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK WITH ME
 

Clients don’t just bring me in for expertise—they bring me in because they know the work will get done, and done well.

  • You won’t have to chase progress or wonder where things stand

  • You’ll be kept informed, without being overwhelmed

  • Your team will feel supported, aligned, and clear on what’s happening

  • I bring strong judgment around what needs attention—and what doesn’t

  • When challenges arise, I address them proactively and thoughtfully

  • I take ownership of the work, so you don’t have to carry it alongside everything else on your plate

WHAT I HELP PUT IN PLACE
 

I support founders, executives, and HR teams by designing, building, and implementing practical solutions that support their business priorities, including:

  • People strategies and practices aligned with business priorities

Bringing structure and clarity to organizational effectiveness, talent management, and the people practices that help businesses operate and grow.

  • Programs that are actually used and sustained

Designed to work in the real world — not just on paper

  • Systems that reflect how your organization actually operates

With the right decisions, structure, and processes behind them

  • Initiatives that move forward and stick

With the leadership, alignment, and follow-through needed to get them over the finish line

EXPERIENCE SNAPSHOT
 

My experience spans strategic HR leadership and advisory, organizational effectiveness, people and talent management, leadership coaching and development, HR technology, and transformation.
 

I've led HR functions and cross-functional teams, designed and implemented people programs, guided HR technology selection and implementation, and led complex organizational initiatives through change, adoption, and sustainment.
 

My work spans startups, growing businesses, and established organizations—bringing both senior-level strategic leadership and hands-on execution to initiatives of varying size and complexity.

YOU DON'T NEED ALL THE ANSWERS BEFORE REACHING OUT
 

Sometimes the challenge is clear. Other times, you just know something needs to change.
 

Whether you're exploring an idea, navigating a challenge, or looking for experienced support to move an important initiative forward, I'd love to hear what's on your mind.

 

 

 

 

Because your next phase deserves people practices you can trust, run, and rely on.

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 Core Values

 

~ Authenticity  ~ Trust  ~ Impact 

🔹Authenticity – I believe in real, honest partnerships built on trust and transparency. I don’t sugar-coat the truth or offer fluff—but I deliver it with care, empathy, and your best interests at heart. I do what’s right for your business, not just what’s easy—and I’ll always share what you need to hear in a way that supports you and your goals.
 

🔹 Trust – Trust is the foundation of every successful partnership. My clients count on me as a true extension of their leadership team, and I take that responsibility seriously. I build trust by delivering on commitments, communicating with transparency, and creating space for open, honest conversations. With discretion, integrity, and clarity, I help leaders navigate change with confidence.

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🔹Impact – My work isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about driving meaningful, lasting change. I focus on solutions that are practical, sustainable, and aligned with what matters most to your business and your people.

CREDENTIALS & AFFILIATIONS

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