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Charlie

also invests · investor profile500 Global

London, GB · Founded 2015 · 2 known investors

charliehr.com

Charlie (CharlieHR) is HR software that automates HR tasks for small companies and startups, with one-to-one HR support services (Charlie Advice and Charlie Plus) to help them manage people and build engaged teams. The company is based in the UK and serves small businesses.

Future of WorkHR TechSaaS

Founders & leadership

Charlie was founded in 2015 by Ben Gateley and Rob O'Donovan.

BGBen Gateley
Ben GateleyinCEO & Co-FounderCEO & Co-Founder at Charliehr
RORob O'Donovan
Rob O'DonovanCo-Founder & Chairman
VMVicky Magill
Vicky MagillCFO
TOTimi Olotu
Timi OlotuCRO
TC
Tom Carrington Smith

Investors · 2

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Companies House · registry record

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Registered name
CHARLIE HR LTD
Company number
09787589
Status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
21 Sept 2015
Registered office
20-22 Wenlock Road, London, N1 7GU
Nature of business (SIC)
62012 — Business and domestic software development
Accounts
last made up to 31 Dec 2025 · next due 30 Sept 2027
Confirmation statement
last made up to 20 Sept 2025 · next due 4 Oct 2026

Current officers · 2

  • Benedict James Robert Gateley director, appointed 21 Sept 2015
  • Robert James O'Donovan director, appointed 21 Sept 2015

Source: Companies House public register · retrieved 9 Aug 2026. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Frequently asked questions

What does Charlie do?
Charlie (CharlieHR) is HR software that automates HR tasks for small companies and startups, with one-to-one HR support services (Charlie Advice and Charlie Plus) to help them manage people and build engaged teams. The company is based in the UK and serves small businesses.
Who founded Charlie?
Charlie was founded by Ben Gateley, Rob O'Donovan in 2015.
Who are Charlie's investors?
Charlie's investors include 500 Global, Seedcamp.
Where is Charlie headquartered?
Charlie is headquartered in London, GB.