HR Support
HR Support | Practical HR Support for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
Expert HR Support when you need it most
Managing employees can be one of the most rewarding aspects of running a business, but it can also be one of the most challenging. Whether you're dealing with a disciplinary issue, managing sickness absence, updating employment contracts, or trying to keep up with changing employment law, having access to expert HR support can make all the difference.
At Creative HR Services, we provide practical, commercially focused HR support for businesses across the UK. Our team of three experienced HR consultants has over 58 years of combined HR experience, helping employers confidently manage their people while reducing legal risk.
We become an extension of your business, providing professional HR advice and support without the cost of employing an in-house HR manager.
Whether you need one-off advice or ongoing HR support, we're here to help.
Professional HR Support for your business
Every business is different, which is why we tailor our HR support to your organisation.
Some clients contact us for help with a single employee issue. Others choose ongoing support through one of our HR retainers so they always have an experienced HR consultant available when they need advice.
Our HR support services include:
- Employment law advice
- Employment contracts
- Staff handbooks and HR policies
- Disciplinary and grievance procedures
- Performance management
- Capability procedures
- Sickness absence management
- Workplace investigations
- Redundancy and restructuring
- Settlement agreements
- Flexible working requests
- Family-friendly rights
- Recruitment support
- Manager training
- HR strategy and organisational development
Whatever stage your business is at, we can provide the HR support you need.
HR support for small businesses
Many small and growing businesses don't need a full-time HR manager, but they do need reliable HR advice when people issues arise.
Our HR support is designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses that want expert guidance without the overhead of employing an in-house HR professional.
We work with businesses employing anything from a handful of people to teams of over 100 employees, providing practical advice that helps owners and managers make informed decisions.
Whether you're recruiting your first employee, managing a growing team or dealing with a complex employee relations issue, we're here to support you.
Flexible HR support to suit your business
We understand that every business has different requirements, which is why we offer a range of flexible HR support options.
HR Retainers
Ideal for businesses that want ongoing support from a dedicated HR consultant.
Our retainers include proactive advice, employment law updates, HR documentation, priority support and regular guidance to help you stay compliant.
HR Compliance Club
Our HR Compliance Club provides professionally drafted HR policies, employment law updates and practical guidance to help businesses remain compliant as legislation changes.
Bank of HR Hours
Purchase a bank of hours to use throughout the year, giving you flexible access to experienced HR professionals whenever you need them.
Pay As You Go HR Support
Perfect if you only need occasional HR advice or support with a one-off issue.
There are no ongoing commitments, simply contact us when you need expert HR guidance.
We can support your business throughout the entire employee lifecycle.
- Recruitment
- Job descriptions
- Recruitment advice
- Interview guidance
- Employment contracts
- Onboarding
- Managing Employees
- Performance management
- Probation reviews
- Employee wellbeing
- Absence management
- Flexible working
- Manager coaching
- Resolving Employee Issues
- Disciplinary procedures
- Grievances
- Workplace investigations
- Capability
- Redundancy
- Settlement agreements
- Developing Your Business
- Manager development
- Leadership coaching
- Employee engagement
- Succession planning
- HR strategy
- Organisational development
Why choose Creative HR Services?
Choosing the right HR partner is about more than employment law knowledge.
You need HR consultants who understand commercial realities and provide practical advice that works for your business.
Businesses choose Creative HR Services because we offer:
- Over 58 years of combined HR experience
- Team of three experienced HR consultants
- CIPD HR professionals
- Practical, commercially focused advice
- Specialists in supporting SMEs
- Flexible HR support options
- Fast, responsive service
- Transparent pricing
- UK-wide remote and on-site support
- Long-term partnerships built on trust
Our aim is to help employers manage their people confidently while reducing the risk of costly employment disputes.
Helping businesses prepare for employment law changes
Employment law is changing significantly, with new responsibilities for employers continuing to be introduced.
We help businesses prepare by reviewing employment contracts, updating HR policies, supporting managers and ensuring your people practices remain compliant.
Taking a proactive approach to HR helps reduce risk, improve consistency and create a more positive workplace for everyone.
Frequently asked questions
What does HR support include?
Our HR support includes employment law advice, contracts, HR policies, employee relations, recruitment support, manager training and strategic HR guidance.
Do you provide HR support for small businesses?
Yes. We specialise in supporting small and medium-sized businesses that need experienced HR advice without employing an in-house HR manager.
Can you help with difficult employee issues?
Absolutely. We regularly advise employers on disciplinary procedures, grievances, performance management, sickness absence, investigations and redundancy processes.
Do I need an HR retainer?
Not necessarily. We also offer pay-as-you-go HR advice, bank of HR hours and our HR Compliance Club, allowing you to choose the level of support that suits your business.
Can you support businesses remotely?
Yes. Most of our HR support can be delivered by telephone or video call, enabling us to work with businesses throughout the UK.
Looking for professional HR Support?
Whether you're facing a difficult employee issue, need help updating your HR documentation or want the reassurance of ongoing HR support, Creative HR Services is here to help.
Contact us today to find out how our experienced team can support your business with practical, proactive HR advice that helps you stay compliant, reduce risk and focus on growing your business.