Running a business is exciting, but managing people can sometimes feel overwhelming. From recruitment and performance management to employment law and workplace wellbeing, HR responsibilities can quickly grow alongside your business. For many small and medium-sized organisations, hiring a full-time HR manager isn’t always practical. That’s why more businesses are turning to outsourced HR, giving them access to expert support without the cost of an in-house team member.
Back to basics – what is outsourced HR?
Outsourced HR means partnering with an external HR consultancy to help manage some or all aspects of your people strategy. This could be occasional support on tricky employee situations/conversations or acting as your fully outsourced HR department.
The key benefit is flexibility. You can access professional HR support when you need it, without the cost and commitment of employing a full-time specialist.
Who is outsourced HR for?
Outsourced HR is particularly helpful for small and medium-sized businesses that don’t yet need, or can’t justify, a full-time HR manager.
Many business owners end up juggling HR themselves alongside their main role. While this is common, it can also be stressful, especially when dealing with sensitive employee issues or navigating the ever-changing employment laws (that are happening right now!).
Having an experienced HR partner means you’re never facing those challenges alone. Here at Rise HR, our clients work with a dedicated HR Consultant who understands your business and can guide you through situations with confidence.
Why use Rise HR? HR Support tailored to Your Business
One of the biggest advantages of outsourcing your HR support to Rise HR is that we are a small team with a diverse skills mix, and we all care. We get to know your business, understand how you work, and the support is tailored.
No two organisations are the same. The challenges faced by a family-run business, a charity, or a growing professional services firm can be very different. Here at Rise HR, we take the time to understand how your business operates, your culture, and the industry you work in.
This means the advice and solutions you receive are practical, relevant, and designed to work for your organisation – no tick boxes or generic HR guidance.
What services can Rise HR support with
Rise HR can support your business with a wide range of people-related activities, including, but not limited to:
- Performance management
- HR training and development
- Workplace mediation
- Employee handbooks, policies, and employment contracts
- Organisational restructures
- Recruitment and hiring guidance
- Psychometric testing
- Salary and benefits benchmarking
- Employee engagement initiatives
- Mental health and wellbeing support
Whether you’re dealing with a difficult workplace issue, planning for growth, or simply want to improve your workplace culture, we can provide the support you need.
What are the benefits of partnering with Rise HR?
- Access to expert advice
Our HR consultants stay up to date with employment law and best practice through CPD and regular collaborations within the team, helping you manage people issues confidently and compliantly. - A team of specialists
Rather than relying on a single HR professional, you benefit from the knowledge and experience of a whole team who regularly share insights and keep their skills up to date. If your usual consultant is unavailable, another member of the team can step in. This means you’re always supported. - Experience across industries
We work with organisations across a variety of sectors, varying sizes and all have brought difference challenges. Rise HR has been built on experience and trust, it’s why we have clients that have been with us since the start. - Flexible support that grows with your business
Some organisations use outsourced HR as their fully outsourced department, while others simply want expert advice behind the scenes as and when difficult situations arise. The level of support can evolve as your business grows – we understand that and we’ve various options we can discuss.
Is outsourced HR cost-effective?
For many of our client’s outsourced HR is a far more cost-effective option than hiring an in-house HR manager. Instead of paying a full-time salary, benefits, and training costs, you only pay for the level of support you need, while gaining access to experienced professionals.
A partner in your business
Outsourced HR isn’t just about policies, procedures, or compliance. It’s about supporting the people who make your business successful.
At Rise HR, we pride ourselves in taking the time to get to know your organisation from the inside out. We become your trusted partner. Helping you recruit the right people, support and motivate your team, and build a positive workplace culture where employees can thrive.
For many business owners, that support provides something invaluable: confidence and peace of mind.
If you’re a growing business feeling the pressure of managing HR alone – maybe this is nudge you need to reach out. Get in touch to find out how we might be able to support you, call us on: 0844 845 6704 or e-mail us: hello@risehr.co.uk.