We work with a small number of clients at any one time. That is a deliberate choice — it means every engagement receives genuine attention rather than a templated response.
Most of our work begins with a conversation.
Please read our Contractual Terms and Conditions for more information.
Pricing & Commercial Structure
| Service | Description | Delivery Model | Timeline | Fee Structure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic | Sometimes you have already done the thinking and need someone to review it honestly — a business plan, a funding application, a market analysis, or a commercial proposition. We will read it carefully, assess the business proposition, and offer a 3-pathway recommendation report. | One-off fixed scope | Within 5 business days | £395 fixed fee |
| Navigator Growth | If you are developing a business plan, preparing a funding application, or working through the commercial logic of a new venture or project, we can work alongside you to shape and structure that thinking. This is project work — scoped, costed, and delivered to a clear brief. We have specific experience with Innovate UK, UKRI, Horizon Europe, Scottish Enterprise, and a range of sector-specific funding programmes. If you are unsure whether your project qualifies, a conversation costs nothing. | One-off project | Timelines and fees depend on what is involved. | Typical projects range from £695 to £3,500 depending on complexity, application type, and the level of research required. |
| Navigator Global | Internationalisation advisory, route-to-market planning, and partner identification support | Monthly retainer or fixed-scope project | Defined in SOW | From £1,250 or quoted per project |
| Navigator Commerce | Commercialisation strategy, operational growth planning, and scaling advisory | Monthly retainer or fixed-scope project | Defined in SOW | From £1,250 or quoted per project |
| Bespoke Intelligence | Tailored market intelligence, competitor analysis, due diligence, and opportunity assessment | Bespoke project | Defined in proposal | Quoted per engagement |
| Funding & Grant Support | This is among the more specialised work we do. A well-prepared application is not simply a form — it is a commercial argument, and it benefits from the same rigour as any other piece of strategic thinking. We work with founders from initial eligibility assessment through to submission, either as a fixed project or in stages depending on the timeline and funding body involved.
Please get in touch with a brief description of the opportunity and where you currently are in the process.
| Fixed project fee or staged engagement | Defined in SOW | All funding and grant work is quoted individually. |
Payment Terms
| Item | Terms |
|---|---|
| VAT | All fees exclude VAT unless stated otherwise |
| Invoicing | Monthly retainers billed in advance |
| One-off Projects | 50% payable upon acceptance, 50% upon delivery |
| Payment Due Date | 30 days from invoice date |
| Late Payment | Statutory interest may apply under the Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998 |
All pricing is indicative and may vary depending on scope complexity, delivery requirements, regulatory constraints, timeline acceleration, or multi-market coverage.
NorthStar Consulting UK reserves the right to decline engagements that fall outside its operational, ethical, or sector expertise.
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