About us
From trusted recruitment to strategic growth partner, this is Henton Consulting.
WHAT WE DO
Built on Reputation. Evolved for What’s Next.
Henton Consulting is a specialist recruitment and advisory firm built on 20 years of real-world industry knowledge. Originally founded in 2004 as Howard Recruitment by the late Paul Howard, the business was created to provide professional, honest recruitment services to Australia’s built environment sectors, and quickly became a trusted name in talent delivery
Today, under the leadership of Director Guy Ingleby, Howard Recruitment has evolved into Henton Consulting, a name that reflects our expanded scope. We now help organisations not just hire, but grow, restructure, enter new markets and make confident commercial decisions.
Where We Started
Henton Consulting was born from two complementary journeys, both grounded in delivery, integrity and sector knowledge. Howard Recruitment was established in 2004 by the late Paul Howard, with Deena joining soon after. Under her leadership, the business grew into a trusted partner across construction, property, government and engineering, known for its professionalism and results-first approach.
In parallel, Guy Ingleby built his career in resources and infrastructure recruitment, leading national teams and complex delivery programs. In 2015, he founded Henton Consulting to offer clients more than recruitment, strategic support across leadership, growth and organisational structure. In 2017, the two businesses merged, combining Howard’s legacy in recruitment with Henton’s focus on advisory and growth. Today, Henton Consulting is built to help organisations hire better, scale smarter and lead with confidence.
Howard Recruitment Timeline
1998
Deena starts in recruitment in Sydney
2004
Paul Howard establishes Howard Recruitment
2005
Deena joins Howard Recruitment
2005
Howard Recruitment secures first Blue Chip PSA
2010
Howard Recruitment reaches 7 staff, with a BDM/Resourcer structure
2011
Howard Recruitment establishes temporary Recruitment Division
2013
Howard Recruitment secures contingent and executive search government contract
2017
Howard Recruitment & Henton Consulting merge and restructure
Guy Ingleby Timeline
2004
Guy starts in recruitment in Sydney
2005
Guy establishes national resources division
2007
Guy commences WA state manager role with Constructive
2008
Outsourced contract with ASX listed company
2009
WA office reaches 10 total staff
2009
Guy returns to Sydney as principal consultant with Constructive
2014
Guy moves into client director role
2015
Guy establishes Henton Consulting
2025
Henton Consulting is relaunched and rebranded
OUR JOURNEY
Today we don’t just recruit, we advise, structure and support organisations through the moments that shape their future, growth, change, leadership transition and market entry. Across Australia, we partner with businesses that need clarity, capability and people who can perform. Our work spans nine core sectors, each served by specialist consultants who understand the commercial pressures and delivery realities leaders face.
We work with clients across nine core verticals:
Construction Property & Development Facilities Management Engineering Renewables & Resources Corporate Government Not-for-profit Aged care
Our services extend beyond recruitment, providing support across three interlinked areas:
Recruitment
We connect you with the industry’s best, permanent hires and executive leaders who aren’t just qualified, but capable of moving your business forward.
Consulting & Advisory
We design smarter organisations. from workforce planning and organisational structure to talent attraction strategies, we help you build a foundation for growth.
Growth
Beyond hiring and planning, we help you win. our growth services open new markets, drive revenue opportunities, and strengthen your competitive position.
OUR DIFFERENCE
Where strategy, structure & hiring come together
Henton Consulting was built to solve the problems that matter most to you.
We don’t operate on a transactional model. We’re built for strategic moments - the point where hiring, structure and business direction collide. That’s where we do our best work. We’ve intentionally expanded beyond recruitment because most growth bottlenecks aren’t solved by one hire. They need sharper thinking, faster alignment and a partner who knows how businesses move, and stall, from the inside. That’s our edge. We’re not in your industry. We’re inside your business, when clarity counts.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Reviews
Here’s what our clients have to say about working with us. real experiences, real feedback.
Guy was always available to offer advice and guidance where needed.
Guy is not only a very successful consultant in his own right, he is also a manager who strives to help others achieve their potential.
Nick Sullivan - Recruitment Systems & Improvement Specialist
INSIGHTS
News & Resources
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