HR Services for Small Businesses
HR made simple for small businesses
Most small businesses don’t need a full-time HR person, but that doesn’t mean HR isn’t important.
With the Fractional HR Department, you can tap into the expertise of experienced HR consultants whenever you need it. Compliance, recruitment, documentation, employee relations, and more. We’ll guide you through it all, so you can focus on running your business.
How we make HR services for small businesses easy
Many small businesses come to us after trying to manage HR on their own. If your approach so far has been juggling HR yourself or hoping problems don’t crop up, it might be time for some extra support.
The Fractional HR Department gives you access to CIPD-qualified HR professionals who understand the realities of small business life. With decades of experience, we can help you navigate complex HR issues, stay compliant with UK employment law, and avoid the risks that come from guesswork or outdated HR advice.
Flexible HR services that can grow with your business
Our fractional HR services are built around what your business needs right now. That could be giving advice on a one-off issue, helping you build up the HR function within your business, or providing ongoing support as your team grows.
Here are just a few of the different ways we support small businesses.
Legal compliance and documentation support
Making sure your contracts, policies, and HR processes are compliant and up to date.
Recruitment and onboarding support
Attracting the right people and setting them up for long-term success.
Managing discrimination complaints
Protecting your people and your business with practical, sensitive guidance.
Employee communication strategies
Helping you create clear, consistent channels so your team always feels informed and aligned.
Building and strengthening culture
Creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and motivated to do their best work.
Handling disciplinary procedures
Giving you the confidence to handle issues confidently, clearly, and in line with HR best practices.
Employee well-being initiatives
Supporting health, balance, and engagement across your workforce.
Redundancy consultation and guidance
Helping you make fair, commercially sound decisions you can act on immediately.
Leadership development
Equipping your managers to lead with confidence and get the best out of their teams.
Think of us as an extension of your team, just without the extra overhead costs.
What our clients say
“The team were a huge help in bringing all the agency HR requirements up to date. Quickly, efficiently, with current thinking. No task was too onerous. It is wonderful to have their professional advice at the end of the phone.”
Sarah Street, Founder of Street & Co
“If you are a small business in need of any HR support please reach out to them, they are amazing value for money and worth every penny.”
Simon Long, Owner of Pink Cleaning
“The service is always excellent, all of the team are great and you really understand small businesses.”
Matthew Lagden, Chief Executive of the Institute of Legacy Management
Our HR services for small businesses
Flexible, on-demand HR support for small clinics and practices — perfect if you just need occasional HR support without a long-term commitment.
Ongoing strategic HR support, acting as your in-house team. Works best for teams looking for consistent HR support and a close working relationship.
High-touch program for strategic HR transformation that’s designed for teams looking to take a more proactive approach to HR.
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Discover how we can support your business with flexible, practical HR solutions
Get big business HR on a small business budget
Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats, but HR doesn’t have to be one of them. With the right HR support, you can stay legally compliant and get the most out of staff, without having to second-guess every decision you make.
Frequently asked questions
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We adapt our services to fit the size, setup, and stage of your business. Even with a small team, we can help you put the right HR foundations in place, handle issues confidently, and plan for growth.
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Not at all. In fact, many small businesses start with a one-off project and then choose to continue with more ongoing support when they’re ready. Our HR As You Go service is ideal for this kind of flexible arrangement.
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Yes. We regularly support small businesses through disciplinary actions, grievances, performance concerns, and other sensitive people challenges.
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When you have a qualified HR consultant on hand, you can make confident decisions, reduce risk, and proactively build a workplace where employees can thrive — all of which directly supports business growth.
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That’s completely fine and very common. We will always meet you where you are, starting with the basics and then building from there at a pace that works for your business and budget.