HR Consultancy
HR Partnering
Our HR Partnering service provides expert guidance to help your business handle even the most challenging people management issues. With a dedicated HR Consultant by your side, we’ll support you with employee relations, project work, and management coaching, ensuring you’re equipped to make confident decisions.
Our comprehensive service encompasses:
- Advising on updates to HR policies and procedures
- Managing disciplinaries and grievances, investigations and hearings
- Supporting absence management, including long-term sickness and disability cases
- Overseeing the performance management process
- Handling leave, including maternity, paternity, parental, adoption and carer’s leave
- Providing redundancy and restructure support
- Delivering training and coaching for managers to help develop people management skills
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The benefits of HR partnering with WorkNest
Outsourcing your HR activity to a specialist service provider can save your business time and money, and free up internal resource to focus on core business objectives. Outsourced HR experts have the knowledge and capabilities to efficiently handle everything from payroll to compliance, allowing your business to operate more effectively and cost-efficiently.
How we help
Set your business up for long-term success with strategic HR advice and support
WorkNest’s HR Partnering service provides expert, hands-on support to help your business manage even the most complex people matters. Our experienced HR Consultants bring a wealth of knowledge, having resolved countless challenges across various industries. They’ll deliver tailored, legally compliant solutions that work for your organisation, offering guidance by phone, email, or onsite when needed.
Key benefits of our service include:
- Flexibility to use your consultancy time for any HR matter—no restrictions.
- Resolving disputes swiftly to minimise commercial and legal risks.
- Proactive management of issues to prevent escalation and complex ER challenges.
- Expert support with redundancy and TUPE processes, ensuring compliance.
- Keeping your policies and documents up to date amidst ever-changing employment laws.
- Review the entire journey an employee takes with your organisation including onboarding, performance management, executive support and resource planning.
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Explore our HR Consultancy services
We offer end-to-end support through the whole employee lifecycle
Outsourced Payroll Services
Take the stress out of employee payroll processing and pension administration with support from a dedicated Payroll professional who will ensure payments are accurate and made on time.
Outsourced HR Administration
By providing comprehensive administrative support across the full employee lifecycle, WorkNest takes the hassle out of HR management.
Outsourced Fixed-fee Recruitment
Our comprehensive and cost-effective fixed-fee recruitment service, allows businesses to streamline their hiring process, access a wider talent pool, and save time and resources on administrative tasks. Ultimately contributing to improved candidate quality and successful talent acquisition.
WorkNest’s HR Consultants can align your HR strategy with your business goals by ensuring you have the right people, with the right skills, in the right roles. We’ll help you build a motivated, engaged workforce that drives success and supports your organisation’s vision.
Whether you need expert advice on organisational change, hands-on support with sensitive matters, or comprehensive management of specific HR challenges, our tailored solutions ensure that your project is aligned with your goals and delivered on time and on budget.
Popular FAQs
Common questions about our HR Manager services.
Will I be assigned a dedicated HR Manager?
Absolutely! We believe in providing personalised and comprehensive support. Once you engage our services, you will be assigned a dedicated HR Manager who will act as your main point of contact. Your HR Manager will be there to support you with various aspects, including employee life cycle management, strategic HR partnering, and assisting you in building and managing a People Plan that aligns with your organisation’s goals.
What contract lengths do you offer?
We understand that flexibility is crucial when it comes to contractual arrangements. Our HR Manager services offer a minimum 12-month contract, allowing you to establish a solid partnership and experience the benefits of our expertise. If you prefer a longer-term contract, we can tailor it to your specific needs and preferences.
Is there a cap on usage each month?
No, there are no usage caps for the remote HR Consultancy services we provide, which includes telephone and email support. We strive to be readily available to address your HR-related queries and concerns. Additionally, we will establish a structured approach by scheduling regular diarised meetings to provide meaningful updates and ensure that actions are promptly progressed.
Are there any limitations on the number of employees or specific industries you specialise in?
We have extensive experience across all industries and can cater to large and small organisations. When you engage our HR Manager services, we will allocate an HR Consultant who possesses a deep understanding of the sector in which you operate. This ensures that you receive tailored and industry-specific support.
Are your HR professionals certified or have relevant qualifications?
We take pride in our highly skilled and qualified HR professionals. All of our HR experts are fully trained and either hold or are working towards a CIPD qualification, depending on their level of experience. You can trust that our team has the knowledge and expertise required to effectively address your HR needs.
Are you familiar with the HR requirements and regulations in England, Scotland and Wales?
Rest assured, our team is fully up to date with the latest changes in employment legislation across the UK. We prioritise staying informed and ensure that our team receives monthly updates to keep their knowledge current. You can rely on our expertise to navigate the HR requirements and regulations in England, Scotland, and Wales effectively.
How do you ensure the security and confidentiality of sensitive employee data and HR information?
Protecting the confidentiality and security of your sensitive employee data and HR information is our utmost priority. We have implemented robust internal processes that include secure transmission of data. Our staff undergoes thorough training on GDPR and confidentiality protocols to ensure compliance and maintain the highest standards of data security.
What HR software or systems do you use?
We utilise our proprietary software suite, which includes our HR software, PeopleNest, and eLearning software, LearningNest. These advanced tools allow us to streamline HR processes, enhance efficiency, and provide you with a seamless experience. With our user-friendly software, you can expect in-built tools like automation to cut down on admin and a simple interface to improve adoption.
What is your pricing structure?
Transparency and simplicity are at the core of our pricing structure. We offer a fixed monthly retained service based on the number of employees in your organisation. This ensures predictable and manageable costs, allowing you to budget effectively and focus on other aspects of your business.
How quickly can we expect a response to our enquiries or HR-related issues?
Our HR Manager service is designed to be proactive, minimising the likelihood of frequent enquiries or issues. We work collaboratively with you to establish monthly actions and activities that address your HR requirements effectively. However, if you have any additional queries or concerns, you will have direct access to your named HR contacts, who are committed to providing timely responses and support.
99.2% Client happiness rating
97% Client retention rating
Who you’ll be working with
Toyah Marshall
Principal Employment Law Adviser
Client stories
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Gus Hosein
Executive Director, Privacy International
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Suzy Gray
ICNARC
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Tim Walker
Poor Servants of the Mother of God
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WorkNest provided fantastic support with our recent staffing review. Christian sought to really understand our organisation, and offered clear advice throughout. He was consistently responsive and flexible, and provided a valuable sounding board in respect of some of the more challenging parts of the process. I look forward to continuing to work with WorkNest in the future.”
Celia McKeon
Chief Executive,
The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust (JRCT)
Why choose us?
Experts in HR
At WorkNest HR, we’re known for our bespoke service and the quality of our support. Not only is our expertise unmatched, but we take the time to know you so that we can function as a true extension of your team.
- 40 employed HR Consultants, many of whom are CIPD qualified, chartered and fellows
- A dedicated Organisational Development Team of specialist trainers and consultants
- Cradle-to-grave HR service for new start-ups and growing businesses – everything from managing your HR administration through to defining your HR strategy
- Specialists in managing projects such as pay and reward, recruitment, HR systems, onboarding, redundancy and restructuring
- HR Consultants based in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, Chester, Horsham and London, working remotely and in your premises
