HR North West

30/03/2026

We’re currently taking on a small number of new clients at HR North West.

If you’re a business owner who:
🔷 Is dealing with employee issues and not sure what the “right” answer is
🔷 Wants to stay compliant but doesn’t have time to keep up with employment law
🔷 Needs support with tricky conversations, restructures or change
🔷 Or simply wants to get their HR foundations right

That’s where we come in.

Practical, no-nonsense HR support, when you need it, without the cost of an in-house team.

Drop me a message for a free initial chat.

16/08/2023

New Business Owner and just need the basics?

We got you!! 💁🏼‍♀️

Drop us a message today for a FREE 30 minute consultation on how HR North West can support your business

14/08/2023

So why do I need a HR Consultant?? 🤷🏼‍♀️

“We just download paperwork from the internet, we google advice, and Sam from Admin helps us out - Sams always wanted to work in HR - it’s development” 😳

Ermm, well, yes.. you could do this. However is this really how you prioritise your people? Your biggest asset and the face of your business? 🤦🏼‍♀️

As a HR Consultant we cover all the basics (the ones that keep you safe, risk free and compliant)- contracts, policies, procedures, employee relations - all the boring stuff 😴

✨HOWEVER✨we can also help with your culture, morale, employee engagement, coaching, training, development and succession planning!!

✨This is what sets you apart from your competitors
✨This is what reduces labour turnover and helps you retain great talent in your business
✨This increases knowledge, stretches employees and increases moral and productivity
✨This is what makes “ok” managers into great leaders
✨This is what makes you an employer of choice - who doesn’t want easier recruitment
✨This is what improves your customer service offering

Happy Customers =
✅Customer Retention & Greater Demand
✅Increased Sales
✅Increased Profit
✅Business Success 🚀

Can Sam from admin do that……

24/06/2023

Exciting News!

HR Northwest is back open for business and taking on new clients. We’re ready to help you take your HR and People strategy to the next level. With years of experience and a proven track record of success, we're the perfect partner to help your business thrive.

Contact us today to see how we can help you achieve your business goals together

HR Consultant
Helping businesses navigate employee issues, stay compliant and build stronger teams.
Straightforward, commercially focused HR support, without the overhead of an in-house team

04/07/2022

In June we delivered HR training to one of our client's (non-HR) managers. The Manager's role is often a busy and varied one, so the purpose of the training was to equip the managers with the skill, knowledge and confidence to lead their teams and deal with team challenges.

The areas we covered included
🔹The importance of the contract of employment, HR policies and following procedure.
🔹Managing holidays
🔹Managing sickness absence
🔹Managing performance (unsatisfactory and setting targets)
🔹We discussed some case studies and how to best deal with different situations. We also covered the consequences of getting things wrong.

Why is it important that Managers have this training?

🔷Often when businesses promote or recruit staff they do so due to the persons skill and expertise in their field. The person may not have been trained in how to be a manager - How to manage and lead a team of people.
🔷The behaviour and approach of the Manager is central to and vital when dealing with HR issues such as conflict, unsatisfactory performance or absence issues, but also in supporting the health, wellbeing and engagement of their team.
🔷It is important that Managers are skilled in how to address people management issues in the first instance and promptly, so a small ni**le does not escalate into a major problem.

If you feel your managers would benefit from some HR training (which we can bespoke to your requirements) then please feel free to get in touch with us today

16/06/2022

As of the 6th April 2022, 2 changes were made to the fit note.

1. A new updated version of the fit note

2. The note will contain the name of the doctor authorising the form, however it will no longer require to be physically signed in ink by the Doctor.

The Government have now announced another change to the fit note.

With effect from 1st July 2022, more healthcare professionals will be able to certify and issue the fit note. This will include a medical practitioner, a registered nurse, occupational therapists, registered pharmacists and registered physiotherapists.

07/06/2022

We often get asked, what exactly do I need HR for?

Well...

🔹If you're looking to hire your first employee
🔹Growing your business
🔹Restructuring or managing changes
🔹Effectively managing your team
🔹Awkward people stuff - dismissals and difficult conversations
🔹Training your employees
🔹Managing sickness absence (long and short term)
🔹Keeping records up to date (and compliant)
🔹Making sure you protect your business and stay out of tribunals
🔹Coaching managers and a safe sounding board

We pretty much handle any aspect of your HR to do list (and these above are just some of the things we get involved in!)

We understand that not every business has its own HR team, so general HR tasks are handled by directors, office managers, and administration staff who aren't qualified HR professionals, leaving your company vulnerable to many legal risks. Having someone on your side (like us) may save you time, frustration, and money while allowing you to focus on your day job!

So if this sounds like something you need in your business, then get in touch with us. Call 07808528777 or email [email protected]

20/05/2022

👑EXTRA BANK HOLIDAY NEXT MONTH👑

Next month we will receive an extra Bank Holiday on Friday 3rd June to commemorate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

In addition to this the May Day bank holiday will be moved to Thursday 2nd June, in effect creating a four-day weekend for the event.

🔹How should employers manage this?
🔹Are employees entitled to paid time off for this day?

If you need a bit of help working this out, please contact us to arrange a conversation

06/10/2020

HR Workshops and Training Days

If you are experiencing any HR issues in your business or are looking to make changes, our HR Workshops can help.

🔹Managing Employees Effectively🔹

-Covering
How to manage misconduct
How to manage poor performance
How to conduct a fair disciplinary process
How to conduct a grievance process
Managing persistent absence
Managing long term absence
Equality Act 2010

🔹Managing Organisational Change🔹

-Covering
How to carry out a fair redundancy process
Changing terms & conditions of employment

If you are interested in booking one of our HR workshops, drop us a message for a delegate price list

20/09/2020

YOU CAN GET OUR ADVICE FOR FREE! 🙌🏼

If you are a small to medium sized tourism business based in Lancashire, and your business suffered as a direct result of the Covid-19 pandemic, you may be entitled to a Kickstart Lancashire Tourism Grant.

The grant is between 1k - 5k and can be used for specialist professional HR advice.

Contact us for more information!