Raficq Abdulla MBE
Consultant

Raficq brings a unique perspective to Consultancy Works. A South African Asian Muslim, he has been living and working in the UK since 1965 and has worked extensively with Christians, Jews and Muslims in the interfaith dialogue. Alongside his professional career, he is also a writer and broadcaster with the BBC.

Raficq counsels individuals and advises businesses and corporate groups on legal issues. He also looks at the effectiveness of groups working together, particularly in the boardroom. His strength lies in sensing the hidden issues that motivate and trouble groups and individuals.

“In my counselling work, I encourage personal exploration in a safe but alert way. When appropriate I will challenge assumptions but in such a way as to make it possible for the client to break out in their own time. The client embarks on their own journey and I am there as a guide and a trusted companion.”

Raficq currently mentors a number of senior academics and executives on core values and their employment roles, but he qualified as a barrister. After taking a degree in Jurisprudence at Oxford, he took on many roles: company secretary in Beecham Group plc, corporate lawyer at Lex Service plc and Harris Queensway plc, and deputy secretary and legal advisor to Scope. In each case he has inevitably acted as advisor, mentor and repository of the institution’s governance.

Alongside other colleagues, he is also leading discussions with government to initiate dialogue and create programmes for young people to learn from positive international Muslim role models. His work in this area is grounded in both practical business experiences, knowledge of the various faiths, and his work on spirituality.