Concordis International nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

Concordis International nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

Feb 25, 2026 | News and insight, Social value

We are incredibly proud to see Concordis International nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, a truly significant and well-deserved recognition.

Concordis’ work is grounded in the patient building of sustainable relationships in places where conflict has fractured trust and stability. By working alongside local leaders and communities, they help create the conditions for dialogue, understanding and long-term peace.

We are proud to support Concordis International, an organisation whose impact is shaped by the courage and commitment of local peacebuilders working in some of the most challenging environments in the world.

Congratulations to Concordis International and thank you to the Quaker organisations who have recognised the importance of this work.

Read the full article here.

Concordis International is an international non-governmental organisation (INGO) based in the UK, operating in the Central African Region: Cameroon, Chad, Central African Republic, Sudan, Abyei and South Sudan. We are peacebuilders. Concordis staff support those who live in conflict zones. We only go where we are invited. We have twenty years of experience – our expertise lies in building trust with all conflict parties and bringing them together to have those difficult conversations. We work hand in hand with communities, helping them find workable solutions that address the root causes of conflict and contribute to lasting peace and economic development. We are committed to finding sustainable solutions that benefit all those involved: women and youth, as well as men; local administrative authorities, community leaders, and civil society; those who choose to take up arms and those who don’t. We engage for the long term to build trusting relationships and leave a legacy that enables future conflict to be managed peacefully within the community.

To find out more about Concordis International, visit their website.

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week

Feb 13, 2026 | Social value

National Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity to reflect on how we build the capability that major programmes rely on!

Delivering in complex environments requires more than technical expertise. It demands leadership, sound judgement, commercial awareness and the ability to navigate governance, stakeholders and organisational dynamics. These capabilities are developed over time – through structured learning combined with real responsibility.

We were proud to see Sam Platten complete his apprenticeship while contributing within live programme environments. His progression reflects the strength of integrating academic development with practical delivery experience, building transferable skills that apply across sectors and contexts.

As someone who has completed both Project Management and Business & Management apprenticeships, I’ve seen first-hand how powerful this route can be.

Combining work and study allowed me to:

  • Apply theory directly to real projects
  • Progress through multiple roles while learning
  • Gain experience across tunnelling, rail, consulting, and the nuclear industry
  • Earn while learning and make higher education financially viable

One of the biggest misconceptions about apprenticeships is that they limit career progression. In reality, they accelerated mine. Apprenticeships build practical, transferable skills that are essential in complex industries, and they open doors well beyond traditional expectations.

Apprenticeships are not a ‘second option’ – they are a credible, respected pathway into incredible careers. If we want to widen access, grow talent, and challenge outdated perceptions, we need to keep championing them.

Sam Platten, ResoLex

For organisations responsible for major projects, investing in people is fundamental to long-term performance. Supporting apprenticeship pathways forms part of our wider commitment to social value, widening access to opportunities, strengthening professional capability, and contributing to more resilient, effective programme delivery across the industries we serve.

This National Apprenticeship Week, we celebrate Sam’s achievement and the steady development of leadership capability that underpins successful outcomes in complex environments.

Building Capability Through Mentoring

Building Capability Through Mentoring

Jan 28, 2026 | News and insight, Social value

At ResoLex, insight, creativity, and partnership shape how we work with our clients and how we contribute beyond our projects. Mentoring is one way we put these values into practice, creating positive impact by sharing experience, building confidence, and supporting the next generation of professionals.

Mentoring allows us to offer practical guidance and encouragement to students as they navigate key transitions, from university into working life. It’s a natural extension of our client work: building capability, fostering collaboration, and creating environments where people feel supported to thrive.

Over the last year, Joanna Jarvie, one of our Senior Consultants, has been part of a mentoring programme with City St George’s, University of London, which connects students with industry professionals for guidance and support.

For Jo’s mentee, that support took many forms, including preparing for interviews and assessment centres, practising case study presentations, connecting with other professionals for a research project, and offering advice on the first steps of working life. Together, these conversations helped build confidence and clarity about what comes next.

The student reflected:

“Jo was a fantastic mentor and provided brilliant support and guidance during my final year at university. She was always approachable, patient, and generous with her advice. The feedback she gave really helped me grow in confidence and feel more prepared for life after graduation.”

Mentoring benefits everyone involved. For the mentee, it builds confidence, skills, and direction. For the mentor, it offers space to reflect, share experience, and gain fresh perspectives. And for the wider industry, it helps create a pipeline of motivated, well-prepared professionals.

Jo is continuing her mentoring work throughout 2026, and we’ll keep sharing stories that show how our Social Value initiatives contribute to lasting impact.

We’ve been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in 2025 for Consulting & Professional Services

We’ve been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in 2025 for Consulting & Professional Services

Sep 4, 2025 | 25 in 25, News and insight, Social value

We’re delighted to share that ResoLex has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in 2025 for Consulting & Professional Services™ by Great Place to Work® UK 🎉

This recognition is based entirely on anonymous feedback from employees across the industry. Great Place to Work® UK used their research-backed Trust Index© employee survey to assess workplace culture, exploring how organisations support work-life balance, fulfilment, job satisfaction, psychological safety, and financial security.

The Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™ list includes organisations across a wide range of knowledge-intensive roles, spanning across management consultancy, legal services, engineering, marketing, recruitment, and more.

“Employees in consulting and professional services are under increasing pressure to perform amidst digital transformation and shifting client expectations, reshaping how people work. The top-performing workplaces in this sector stand out by actively supporting their employees through change. Employees have shared with us that clear, consistent communication from leadership, and a focus on inclusive decision-making have helped to ensure colleagues feel supported, informed, and empowered.

Congratulations ResoLex, on creating a truly great workplace and earning recognition as a UK’s Best Workplace in Consulting & Professional Services™”

Benedict Gautrey, Managing Director of Great Place To Work® UK

At ResoLex, we’re proud of the culture we’ve built together, one rooted in collaboration, trust, and the belief that strong relationships underpin successful outcomes. This recognition is a reflection of the amazing people who make ResoLex what it is.

You can view the full list here: UK’s Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™ 2025 | Great Place to Work® UK

Guest blog: Work experience at ResoLex

Guest blog: Work experience at ResoLex

Jul 18, 2025 | News and insight, Social value

My work experience placement at ResoLex showed itself to be a valuable and fun insight into the professional world. I thoroughly enjoyed the unique experience of meeting different employees in both one-on-one scenarios and group discussions. The structure of the day allowed for six different meetings where I had the opportunity to discuss their roles, responsibilities and career trajectories. I also had the chance to discuss my future with employees, including Jay, who studied business management, which I’m also planning to study after my A levels.

I loved coming to London and getting an understanding/ experience of business culture, which I feel was especially prominent in a small company like ResoLex. Not only do I feel more educated and confident in a business environment, but I also now look forward to working in one. I was given a busy, structured schedule full of a range of different meetings, both online and in person, including a group meeting where I was encouraged to share ideas and got to witness how professional meetings are conducted. Everyone that I had the pleasure of speaking to seemed to take a high interest in my time and reason for being there, which hugely contributed to why I enjoyed and learnt so much from my day here.

Overall, I deeply appreciate the time and effort put towards my day. It’s rare that students are given opportunities outside of simple tasks or shadowing others during work experience, with many spending their time not engaging in any actual activity. However, I was kept busy the entire day thanks to the team at Resolex and have genuinely gained so much from it.

Thank you, everyone.

Freddie Le Roux