HR for SMEs and New Businesses

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HR support for SMEs to help save time and manage people with confidence.

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SMEs face unique challenges when it comes to managing people. Our HR services give you the confidence to stay compliant and the freedom to focus on what matters most — running and growing your business.

The challenge

Why SMEs Need HR That Makes an impact

For small and medium-sized businesses, every decision counts. The way you manage your people—how you hire, retain, and support them—has a direct impact on growth, compliance, and culture.

Yet many SMEs operate without structured HR, leaving them exposed to risk, wasting valuable leadership time, and missing opportunities to improve performance.

That’s where impact HR comes in. Our HR services provide ongoing, expert support that keeps you compliant, frees up your time, and delivers the strategic HR guidance your business needs to thrive.

  • What makes our HR for SMEs different?

    We don’t just provide HR advice—we become an extension of your business.

    • Peace of mind from day one – We handle your people issues so you don’t have to.
    • Clear, practical guidance – Relevant advice and documentation tailored to your business.
    • Time back for leaders – We free you to focus on growth and customers.
    • From hands-on to strategic – Support that flexes as your business evolves.
    • A true partner – HR experts who understand your culture and goals.

    Our aim is simple: to deliver HR that makes a real impact every day.

  • The impact SMEs can expect

    Partnering with impact HR delivers results you can measure:

    • Reduced risk – Stay compliant and avoid costly disputes.
    • Greater efficiency – Streamlined processes and systems.
    • Stronger teams – Recruitment and engagement strategies that boost retention.
    • Strategic growth – People planning aligned to your long-term business objectives.

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Everything you need to know about HR support for SMEs with impact HR

  • Do you offer ad hoc HR support?Reveal

    Yes—we provide both retained and flexible ad hoc services. Get in touch to discuss the best option for you.

  • How long is a retained contract?Reveal

    We agree terms based on your business needs—many SMEs start with 12 months to provide continuity and value.

  • Will I have a dedicated point of contact?Reveal

    Yes, at Enhanced and Premium levels you’ll have a named HR consultant who knows your business inside out.

  • How do you stay up to date with employment law?Reveal

    Our consultants continuously monitor legal updates, Acas guidance, and case law to ensure your documentation and processes remain compliant.

  • Can I try the service before committing?Reveal

    Yes, speak to us about trial periods or starting with a short project.

The support you need. The impact your business deserves

Whether you need essential compliance, ongoing advice, or strategic HR planning, our retained services give you the confidence, clarity, and capacity to grow your business sustainably.

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What makes us different?

We don’t just offer advice, we become an extension of your business. We take the time to get to know you and your organisation, so we can deliver bespoke, relevant advice and documentation that works for your team and culture across the entire employment lifecycle.

We are also flexible in how we work with you. Choose from:

We can even enhance our services with admin support, HR software, elearning tools, recruitment support, payroll and more, giving you a complete people management solution, tailored to what you actually need and real value to your business.

Outsourcing your HR to us means gaining a reliable partner dedicated to supporting your people, protecting your business, and helping you thrive.

Our aim is to make a real impact in your business where it matters most: your people.

MORE WAYS WE CAN SUPPORT YOUR BUSINESS Flexible services to complement your SME HR Support package

  • Retained HR Support

    With our retained HR service, you get unlimited advice, bespoke documentation, and hands-on case management — all for a fixed monthly fee that keeps you compliant, confident, and free to focus on growth.

    Visit the Retained HR Support page

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    Pay as you go HR support

    Sometimes you don’t need ongoing HR support — you just need the right advice, or the right documentation, exactly when the situation calls for it. Our Pay As You Go (PAYG) HR services give you the flexibility to access expert support without committing to a retainer.

    Visit the Pay as you go HR support page

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    Elearning

    Empower your team with elearning designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses. Our carefully curated course bundles provide the tools to ensure compliance, boost productivity, and build a thriving workplace culture. With flexible, CPD-accredited elearning courses, your staff can train anytime, anywhere.

    Visit the Elearning page

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    HR Software

    The right HR software (also known as HRIS or HR systems) helps UK SMEs save time, stay compliant, and create a seamless employee experience. From onboarding and absence tracking to performance management and payroll, HR software powers a more effective HR function.

    Visit the HR Software page

  • Employee Wellbeing

    We believe employee wellbeing isn’t a “nice to have” — it’s a business essential. When your people feel supported both in and out of work, they’re more engaged, motivated, and resilient. Our Employee Wellbeing services are designed to help you protect and enhance the wellbeing of your team through practical, evidence-based solutions that improve attendance, performance, and overall workplace culture.

    Visit the Employee Wellbeing page

  • Bespoke HR Training Programmes

    At impact HR, we understand that no two organisations are the same. That’s why our training is never off-the-shelf — it’s designed around your people, your challenges, and your goals.

    Whether you’re looking to build leadership capability, improve team performance, or strengthen compliance with UK employment law, our bespoke HR training programmes ensure your workforce gets the support they truly need.

    Visit the Bespoke HR Training Programmes page

Make an enquiry

Let’s talk

Start making your impact.

Whether you need day-to-day HR support, ad-hoc support or a long-term partner, we’re here to help.

Get in touch for a free initial chat — no pressure, just practical advice from people who get it.

0330 2369866
hello@impacthr.co.uk

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