Tailored outsourced HR services for start-ups and small companies.

Our Employment Contracts and Documentation service encompasses the drafting and management of legally compliant employment contracts, offer letters, and associated paperwork for start-ups and small companies. We can also design a seamless onboarding process to ensure your new employees feel welcomed, informed, and prepared to contribute effectively to your organisation from day one.

 As a small business owner, you’re required by law to have some employment policies in place such as disciplinary and grievance procedures.  Our HR professionals specialise in crafting comprehensive HR policies for start-ups and small companies as well as developing employee handbooks tailored to meet the specific needs and objectives of your organisation. Using our expertise, we ensure that all principal HR policies are meticulously drafted to align with current employment laws, industry best practices, and your company's unique culture. Your HR policies and handbook will be professionally crafted, clearly communicated, and effectively implemented, fostering a productive and harmonious work environment while mitigating legal risks. 

Workforce Planning is a crucial aspect of our outsourced HR services. We will work with you to develop comprehensive strategies for your long-term workforce needs. This includes identifying critical skill gaps, succession planning, and implementing talent management strategies to ensure that all start-ups and small companies are well-prepared for future growth and industry challenges.

Our Performance Management service includes the design and implementation of effective performance appraisal systems and documentation for all start-ups and small companies. Through our outsourced HR services, we provide expert guidance on providing valuable employee feedback as well as helping to create professional development plans for your staff. This helps organisations optimise employee performance, fostering growth and productivity.

Our highly experienced team of HR professionals can provide thorough HR audits to start-ups and small companies to verify that your business operations align with best practices and legal requirements. Through these audits, potential compliance shortfalls or areas for improvement in your existing HR processes and policies can be identified, leading to enhanced efficiency, better compliance, and overall organisational effectiveness. Through our outsourced HR services, we offer two types of audits: 

Primary - Assessing foundational HR practices and policies. This includes reviewing recruitment processes, onboarding procedures, and basic employee documentation such as contracts and employee handbooks. Additionally, compliance with employment law and regulations will be evaluated to ensure legal adherence from the outset. Identifying any gaps or areas requiring improvement early on can help establish a solid HR framework that supports the company's growth trajectory. Moreover, fostering a culture of transparency and compliance from the beginning can lay a strong foundation for future HR initiatives and organisational success.

Secondary - Regularly reviewing HR processes is essential to staying abreast of changes in employment law, evolving best practices, and maintaining relevance in the ever-changing business landscape. By conducting periodic audits, our HR professionals can identify areas where updates or adjustments are needed to ensure compliance and efficiency. This proactive approach not only mitigates legal risks but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement within the organisation, ultimately enhancing overall performance and employee satisfaction.

Our comprehensive recruitment and selection service offers an all-encompassing solution to meet the staffing needs of start-ups and small companies effectively, for less than half the cost of a Recruitment Agency*. 

We specialise in developing tailored job descriptions that accurately detail roles and responsibilities while highlighting your company's unique culture and values to attract top talent. 

Our candidate screening process is meticulously designed to identify individuals who not only possess the necessary skills and qualifications but also align with your organisation's mission and vision. 

Moreover, we craft compelling job adverts that resonate with potential candidates, leveraging our expertise in copywriting and marketing strategies to maximise engagement and reach. 

Additionally, our outsourced HR services includes strategic posting of vacancies across a wide array of mainstream job boards and social media platforms, ensuring maximum visibility and access to a diverse pool of qualified candidates. 

Our Recruitment and Selection specialists can streamline the hiring process, save you valuable time and resources, and make well-informed hiring decisions that drive organisational success by establishing high-performing teams that propel your business forward.

*assuming the standard agency commission being 12-15% of annual salary of position being filled. 

Managing absence through sickness can be challenging to get right without creating unnecessary conflict, embarrassment, or a breakdown in trust. We will work with you to find feasible solutions to helping your staff strike the perfect balance between work and homelife responsibilities without significant impact on your business. We can also guide you through effectively addressing lateness with your employees, helping to resolve issues as soon as they start to emerge.    

Our team brings a wealth of experience conducting numerous investigations into bullying, harassment and discrimination cases across various sectors and industries. They have led on and presented detailed reports into investigations against protected characteristics including religion or belief, race, age, gender reassignment, disability, sex, sexual orientation, and many more. They are at ease dealing with senior leadership and those on the office or shop floor, managing grievances and disciplinary hearings. 

Our professionals can provide expert assistance in managing grievances and disciplinary hearings, offering guidance on procedural compliance, fair treatment, and conflict resolution. With a meticulous approach and extensive experience across various industries, we can ensure a thorough and equitable process, fostering positive workplace relationships and legal compliance.

HR Solutions is always available to offer comprehensive support in conducting investigations, hearings, and appeals with precision and impartiality. Through meticulous fact-finding and adherence to legal protocols, we ensure fairness and integrity throughout the process. With our expertise and attention to detail, we can facilitate transparent resolutions and uphold procedural justice for all parties involved.

Our team of HR professionals specialise in helping small companies and start-ups foster effective communication skills to enhance employee relations across your business. Through developing your clear and empathetic communication strategies, we can facilitate constructive dialogue, help resolve conflicts, and build trust among all your staff.   

Our team of professionals include ACAS trained mediators who will act completely independently to find solutions to conflict in the workplace. These mediators work in a completely non-judgmental manner to resolve disputes and restore accord throughout your business. Mediation is purely a voluntary process that each staff member involved in the dispute needs to be committed to and is always more successful when utlised early, so contact us sooner rather than later; our team is ready whenever you need our support.