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Advising organisations on people, performance and governance.

We work with leaders and boards on HR advisory, organisational structure, reward and compensation, performance frameworks, leadership development and corporate governance, supporting clear, defensible decisions as organisations grow.
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HR Advisory & Retainer Support Corporate Governance & Board Advisory Leadership, Governance & Succession Compensation, Reward & Job Architecture Organisation & Performance Design

Why organisations choose us

We support leaders and boards with HR and corporate advisory where decisions carry real organisational, financial and governance consequences. Our work brings structure, clarity and sound judgement to performance, leadership and governance challenges that cannot be solved with templates or theory.

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Straightforward advice
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Experienced judgement
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Senior-level partnership
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Structured solutions

When it's complex,
we help simplify.

We support leaders and boards with clear, structured HR and corporate advisory on performance, governance and organisational structure.
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Our Mission

We help organisations make better people, performance and governance decisions, bringing clarity, structure and judgement where it matters most.

Our values

From targeted HR and corporate advisory work to long-term partnerships, we help leaders and boards navigate growth with clarity, structure and disciplined decision-making.
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Integrity
We give honest, evidence-based advice, even when it’s uncomfortable.
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Clarity
We turn complex organisational issues into clear decisions and practical solutions.
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Professional Excellence
We work to the highest standards and keep investing in knowledge, insight, and expertise.
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Straightforwardness
No jargon. No sugar-coating. Just direct, constructive guidance.
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Agility
We move quickly, think creatively, and design solutions that are both practical and forward-looking.
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Partnership
We work side-by-side with leaders, understanding their context and shaping decisions together.
OUR TEAM

The People
who shape Surge

A senior HR and corporate advisory team supporting leaders and boards through complex people, governance and organisational decisions.

[Joseph F.X.] Zahra
Joseph F.X.
Zahra

Partner-
Corporate Governance,
Strategy
& Board Advisory
[Maria] Bartolo Zahra
Maria
Bartolo Zahra

Managing Partner -
HR & Compensation Advisory

Strategic Reads

Reward, Pay and Role Design

What 2025 Has Taught Me: HR Lessons on Clarity and Consistency

16 Jan, 2026 - Maria Bartolo Zahra
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Culture, Values and Behaviour at Work

Let's stop calling it culture: it is poor management

13 Jan, 2026 - Maria Bartolo Zahra
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