How much does a business consultant cost in the UK?
The VouchQuote team ·
Independent UK business consultants usually charge between £500 and £8,000 for a defined piece of work. Day rates run from about £400 to £1,200 depending on experience and specialism.
Typical fees
- A half-day advice session: £300–£600
- A one-week review with a written plan: £2,000–£4,500
- A multi-week project with workshops: £4,500–£8,000+
- An ongoing retainer: £500–£2,000 a month
Scope it before you price it
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What a good proposal contains
- The deliverables, in plain words
- The number of days and who does them
- What they need from you and your team
- What happens if the scope changes
Check the fit
Choose someone who has solved this problem for a business your size, and ask to speak to two recent clients about what changed afterwards.
Quick answers
How much do business plan writers cost?
£500 to £2,500 depending on how detailed the financial forecasts need to be and who the plan is for.
What is a business consultant’s day rate in the UK?
Independent consultants typically charge £400 to £1,200 a day.
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