People Matters HR

08/06/2026

Last week I received an AI letter on behalf of another HR company explaining that because of changes to legislation I needed to review all my HR documents and they offered a free HR audit.

Not a bad shout in sentiment but why send it to me? I ignored it.

Three days later and another AI reminder arrived urging me to take claim one of the five available seats to take advantage of their incredible offer.

I responded this time to thank them and pointed out that our company name “People Matters HR” was a clue to what we do and that as a result I had to decline their generous offer!

A very embarrassed Director emailed to apologise, I said he didn’t need to, it gave me a chuckle, but I think his AI tool needed to learn to read and do it’s research a bit better.

Be careful how your AI thingy’s are representing your business.

07/06/2026

We’ve received this amazing review from Carren Bell, CEO of Lagans Foundation, who we have proudly supported for several years.

Lagans Foundation are a children’s health charity, based in Bolton, that provides specialist home‑based care and respite for families with babies, children, and young people who have complex health needs, especially heart defects and feeding difficulties.

“Everyone needs a HR team like People Matters!
The dedication to our team has transformed our business from a survival and fire fighting excerise to a truely supportive and developmental team offering career oportunities, developmental support and open discusions to coach and learn and build strong teams who work together.
I can't imagine being with anyone else. My only wish is that we had done it sooner... !

Thanks team People Matters HR your our superstars.”
by Carren Bell

Thanks Carren ❤️

21/05/2026

We are very sorry to announce that our gorgeous Sheska, Director of Barketing passed away this morning. We will all really miss our furry friend, she was literally part of the family.

21/05/2026

Great company, good people and we can vouch for the standard of their work, they built our office! If you are looking for a joinery position with a great company, this is it.

🚨 Our team is expanding! 🚨

We are currently taking applications for Multi Skilled Joiners to join our family run business, to work in and around Manchester, working alongside our team to complete high quality renovations.

What are we looking for?

- Qualified (City & Guilds Level 2 or above)
- Polite
- Professional
- Reliable
- Have a full UK driving licence
- Ideally have at least 10 years experience in the industry and at least 2 years experience in Joinery

If this sounds like you, please email [email protected]

05/05/2026

Join the PMHR Team

HR Client Manager – People Matters HR (Home‑based, North West travel)

Do you believe that people matter?

We’re a values‑led, family‑run HR consultancy that doesn’t just do things right — we do the right thing. We’re a team of nine, growing organically, and we’re looking for an HR professional (CIPD Level 5) ready for their first step into consultancy.

What you’ll do

• Advise managers and business owners on all aspects of people management
• Manage ER cases end‑to‑end
• Deliver HR projects across recruitment, performance, engagement and change
• Build strong, trusted client relationships

What we’re looking for

• CIPD Level 5
• Solid generalist HR experience
• Confident, values‑driven, great with people
• Full driving licence & car

What we offer

• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Health cash plan
• Group life insurance
• Income protection
• Home‑based working
• Supportive, family‑run team with real development opportunities

If you want a role where you can make a real difference and be part of a team that truly lives its values, we’d love to hear from you.

[email protected]

22/04/2026

Tomorrow the People Matters HR team will be making an exhibition of ourselves at the North West Business Fair, in partnership with the East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce and we are really looking forward to meeting friends old and new. 😊

📅 Thursday 23rd April

📍 Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa

⏰ 12–3pm, pop in anytime

There’s is a great mix of businesses exhibiting from across the North West, perfect if you’re looking to make new connections, find suppliers, or just see what’s out there. Plenty going on, so definitely worth popping in 👀

If you haven’t already, there’s still time to register 👇

Thursday 23rd April 12 - 3pm Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa Book Your Delegate Tickets Register for FREE to visit Thebestofnorthwest Business Fai

17/04/2026

We are proud to share with you that People Matters HR are through to the final judging in the Best of North West awards in Best Business to Business category and Entrepreneur category!!

15/04/2026

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15/04/2026

Check our our latest blog about the new Fair Work Agency

As the new Employment Rights bill comes into effect, the Fair Work Agency hopes to centralise enforcement of the changes it brings.

06/02/2026

We would love to share some great news!

People Matters HR have been nominated in 3, yes 3 categories in the Best of North West awards.

We always look forward to these because the votes come from you - our friends and clients.

We have been nominated in the following categories:

Best Loved Bury Business

North West’s Best Business Support Service

North West’s most Loved Legal and Professional Service

There are plenty of other great North West Businesses who have been nominated in different categories, so share the love!

You can vote here:

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